C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100
Quick Stats
3,368
Total Enrollment
82%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
76%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Hope College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $357,248
- Avg rent near campus: $1,624/mo — vs ~$633/mo campus room rate
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $37,240 | $37,240 |
| Room | $5,700 | |
| Board | $6,920 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $55,790 | $55,790 |
Financial Aid
97%
Receive Any Aid
18%
Receive Pell Grants
46%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Business Administration and Management, General
114 grads/yr
Psychology, General
88 grads/yr
Engineering, General
59 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
53 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
46 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
45 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
28 grads/yr
Political Science and Government, General
25 grads/yr
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
23 grads/yr
Chemistry, General
21 grads/yr
Philosophy
16 grads/yr
Spanish Language and Literature
16 grads/yr
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
15 grads/yr
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities
15 grads/yr
Computer and Information Sciences, General
15 grads/yr
Social Work
14 grads/yr
English Language and Literature, General
14 grads/yr
Accounting
13 grads/yr
Sociology, General
13 grads/yr
Religion/Religious Studies
13 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Hope College's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
3,368
Total Students
60%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
78%
Hispanic
8%
Black
3%
Asian
3%
Two or More
4%
Non-Resident
2%
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
86%
Hybrid (Some Online)
13%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
95%
25-64 (Adult)
2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hope College?
Hope College has an acceptance rate of 76%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Hope College?
Tuition at Hope College is
$37,240 for in-state students
and $37,240 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at Hope College?
The graduation rate at Hope College is 82%.
This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Hope College a good school?
Hope College has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Hope College?
Hope College has a total enrollment of 3,368 students.
Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology