Admissions Overview
The admission process at Hamline University has a 90% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Hamline University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
90%
Less Selective
Application Volume
3,185
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
14%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Hamline University has a 90% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Hamline University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Hamline University. About 3% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,146 to 1,393. Additionally, about 32% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 20 to 28.
SAT Scores
3% of students submitted400
1600
1146 – 1393
200
800
593 – 695
200
800
553 – 698
ACT Scores
32% of students submitted1
36
20 – 28
1
36
20 – 28
1
36
19 – 28
Admission Statistics
3,185 students applied to HAMLINE. Of those, 90% were accepted (2,861 students). Of these 2,861 accepted students, 395 chose to enroll.
3,185
Total Applicants
2,861
Students Admitted
395
Students Enrolled
90%
Acceptance Rate