Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
75.85%
SAT Average
1,237
ACT Range
26-31
Hope College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 75.85%. This means approximately 759 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,274 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
75.85%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $40,420 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $40,420 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $52,206 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,749 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 16.43% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 46.32% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Hope College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$40,420
Room and board
$12,180
Books and supplies
$1,150
Other expenses
$2,040
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$52,206
Average net price
$25,749
Average aid coverage
51%
$26,457 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Hope College pays approximately $25,749 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Michigan average of $16,178 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Hope College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Hope College net price
$25,749
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Hope College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $40,420 and average net price at $25,749. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$40,420
Current net price
$25,749
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
82.26%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$58,427
Undergraduates
3,274
10-Year Median Earnings - Hope College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Hope College graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Hope College?
Undergraduates
3,274
Completion rate
82.26%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
16.43%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
46.32%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 16.43% of Hope College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 46.32% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Hope College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Hope College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Hope College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Hope College is listed at President's Office, 141 East 12th Street, Holland, MI 49423-9000. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Hope College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope College | 75.85% | $40,420 | $25,749 | $58,427 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Similar Schools in Holland
This local cluster focuses on nearby Holland schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Holland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope College's acceptance rate?
Hope College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 75.85%.
How much is Hope College tuition?
Hope College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $40,420.
What is Hope College's average net price?
Hope College's average net price in the local dataset is $25,749.
What does Hope College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,365 for Hope College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Hope College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $58,427 for Hope College.
Is Hope College accredited?
Hope College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Hope College?
The local dataset lists 3,274 undergraduate students at Hope College.
What percentage of Hope College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Hope College in the local dataset is 16.43%.
What is the federal loan rate at Hope College?
The federal loan rate for Hope College in the local dataset is 46.32%.
Where should I verify Hope College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Hope College or the latest official federal education data.