Hanover College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Hanover, Indiana with 1,031 undergraduates. It admits 84% of applicants, costs an average of $20,095 a year after grants and graduates 69% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Hanover College acceptance rate and admissions
Hanover College admitted 84% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 560 to 650, math 550 to 630). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Hanover College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action II | Dec 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action II, Dec 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($60 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Hanover College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Hanover College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,727 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,452 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $60,338 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $20,095 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $20,095 a year after grants and scholarships, $40,243 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Hanover College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Hanover College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 69% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $59,112 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 46% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Hanover College majors and what graduates earn
Hanover College awarded bachelor's degrees in 33 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from economics ($73,827).
All 33 majors at Hanover College
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Hanover College
1 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 1 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,031 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 50% women, 50% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hanover College?
Hanover College admitted 84% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Hanover College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,727. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $20,095 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Hanover College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 560 to 650 in reading and writing and 550 to 630 in math, and 23 to 29 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Hanover College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Hanover College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Hanover College?
69% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Hanover College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $59,112 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.