C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
48/100 · earnings-weighted

Hastings College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Hastings, Nebraska 68901
Hastings College campus, Hastings, NE
Hastings College campus, Hastings, NE. Photo: Ammodramus, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 53%
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
A+
91/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,011
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
70%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Hastings College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$51,303
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,590
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
48.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,320
Average SAT
27.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 53% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 41st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NE wage index 0.94). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Hastings College

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Marketing$39,319$64,708-7%#299 of 516#276$19,375
Business Administration, Management and Operations$47,525$61,465-10%#740 of 1176#694$25,320
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$48,238-12%#469 of 610#445—
Biology—$40,723-29%#820 of 841#820$23,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$40,406————$25,609

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Hastings College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $208,289
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,253/mo — vs ~$636/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 68944 (4.9% cap, Harvard)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $33,950 $33,950
Room $5,720
Board $5,970
Total Cost (On-Campus) $52,240 $52,240

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
69%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,011
Total Students
52%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 11%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 90%
Hybrid (Some Online) 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Hastings College?
Hastings College has an acceptance rate of 70%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Hastings College?
Tuition at Hastings College is $33,950 for in-state students and $33,950 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Hastings College?
The graduation rate at Hastings College is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Hastings College a good school?
Hastings College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): 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 (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Hastings College?
Hastings College has a total enrollment of 1,011 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology