Hampshire College signaled on Saturday that its planned teach-out could be cut short if the school cannot secure enough liquidity to cover expected expenses through the end of the spring shutdown. President Jennifer Chrisler told the campus community that updated projections show the college “does not have enough available funds” for the teach-out plan. The Massachusetts private college previously announced this spring that it would close after the fall semester, citing enrollment and debt pressures. Chrisler emphasized that the teach-out is now contingent on obtaining “sufficient financial resources,” with the college exploring options to raise funds in time for continued operations. The update arrives ahead of the June 1 transfer deadline, creating additional uncertainty for students and faculty who were already planning for a post-Hampshire future. Chrisler also cited vendor demands for up-front payments—an issue that can accelerate liquidity strain for distressed institutions.
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