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 619, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 40%. The university offers 17 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 42%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $34,250.
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- #10 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Counseling Programs of 2022
- #12 Ranked in Best Online Christian Colleges
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
40% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
66% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
42% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankConsidered (not required)
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
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 Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1000-1180
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
57%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
41%
Unknown
8%
Black
8%
Hispanic
22%
Two or more races
12%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
7%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
43% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
22
Total Online Enrollment
652
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.57% online, 43% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
37% On-campus
63% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate75% online
Bachelor's41% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's82% 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 for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| 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
82%
State Grant Aid
40%
Institution Grant Aid
97%
Pell Grant
43%
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
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | 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 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 8 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 9 | Psychology. | |||
| 10 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 11 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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