Hope International University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Suburb: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	326
Religious affiliation	Churches of Christ
Student to faculty ratio	13 to 1
Acceptance rate	40%
Students retention rate	66%
On-time graduation rate	42%

Located in Fullerton, California, Hope International University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

Hope International University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, Hope International University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Hope International University is reported to be 42%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, California state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 56% whereas the national average was 58%.

The retention rate of students at Hope International University is 66% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in California is 85%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Hope International University do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

40%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$35,450

Cost of attendance at Hope International University in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average	$6,749
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$35,450

Cost of attendance at Hope International University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average	$20,840
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 97 of freshman students at Hope International University received on average $25,680 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$25,680

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	39	43%	$4,832	$188,455
Other Federal Grant	74	82%	$3,340	$247,180
State Grant/Scholarships	36	40%	$7,021	$252,744
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	87	97%	$19,934	$1,734,276
Total Grant & Scholarships	87	97%	$25,680	$2,234,200

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Hope International University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Hope International University students is 42.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 50.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 29.6%.

42.0%

African American 50.0% 2 students
white 32.4% 11 students
unknown 60.9% 14 students
hispanic 27.6% 8 students
Mixed Race 52.6% 10 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Golden State Athletic Conference
Basketball Golden State Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Golden State Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)

Service Offerings

Hope International University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Hope International University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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