Admissions Overview
The admission process at Hope College has a 80% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Hope College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
80%
Less Selective
Application Volume
5,152
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
23%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Hope College has a 80% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Hope College 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
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 Hope College. About 48% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,090 to 1,330. Additionally, about 2% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 31.
SAT Scores
48% of students submitted400
1600
1090 – 1330
200
800
550 – 670
200
800
540 – 660
ACT Scores
2% of students submitted1
36
24 – 31
1
36
23 – 31
1
36
23 – 29
Admission Statistics
5,152 students applied to HOPE. Of those, 80% were accepted (4,145 students). Of these 4,145 accepted students, 955 chose to enroll.
5,152
Total Applicants
4,145
Students Admitted
955
Students Enrolled
80%
Acceptance Rate