Admissions Overview
The admission process at Hope College has a 76% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Hope College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
76%
Less Selective
Application Volume
5,206
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Hope College has a 76% 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
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
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 42% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,090 to 1,310. Additionally, about 14% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 26 to 31.
SAT Scores
42% of students submitted400
1600
1090 – 1310
200
800
550 – 660
200
800
540 – 650
ACT Scores
14% of students submitted1
36
26 – 31
1
36
25 – 31
1
36
24 – 31
Admission Statistics
5,206 students applied to HOPE. Of those, 76% were accepted (3,949 students). Of these 3,949 accepted students, 834 chose to enroll.
5,206
Total Applicants
3,949
Students Admitted
834
Students Enrolled
76%
Acceptance Rate