Hope International University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Hope International University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Christian Churches and Churches of Christ
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Hope International University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Fullerton, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 550, and admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 35%. The university offers 17 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 43%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $34,500.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile930-1070
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
69%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
13%
Unknown
13%
Black
3%
Hispanic
2%
Two or more races
9%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
6%
Socio-economic diversity
21% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
17
Total Online Enrollment
755
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.69% online, 31% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
51% On-campus
49% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates50% online
Associate75% online
Bachelor's29% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's64% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
42%
State Grant Aid
40%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
21%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$37k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Education. | |||
| 3 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 4 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 6 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 7 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 8 | Psychology. | |||
| 9 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 10 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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