Hollins University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Roanoke, Virginia with 665 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants, costs an average of $20,875 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.
Hollins University acceptance rate and admissions
Hollins University admitted 68% 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 610 to 700, math 540 to 640). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Hollins University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Oct 15, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Feb 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Feb 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Hollins University’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.
Hollins University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $44,640 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,200 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $60,566 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $20,875 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $20,875 a year after grants and scholarships, $39,691 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 Hollins University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Hollins University 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 $48,102 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 56% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Hollins University majors and what graduates earn
Hollins University awarded bachelor's degrees in 26 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from psychology ($45,633).
All 26 majors at Hollins University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 17 | $35,097 | $45,633 | $27,000 |
| English | 16 | $31,813 | $38,172 | $24,750 |
| Fine and studio arts | 20 | n/a | $27,014 | $27,000 |
| Biology | 17 | n/a | n/a | $27,000 |
| Business | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International relations | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dance | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 Hollins University
9 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 9 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Dance | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 10 | $45,228 | n/a |
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 665 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 100% women, 0% men
- 8 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize suburb
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hollins University?
Hollins University admitted 68% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Hollins University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $44,640. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $20,875 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Hollins University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 610 to 700 in reading and writing and 540 to 640 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Hollins University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Hollins University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Hollins University?
69% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Hollins University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $48,102 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.