Hope International University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Fullerton, California with 564 undergraduates. It admits 33% of applicants, costs an average of $31,029 a year after grants and graduates 53% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Hope International University acceptance rate and admissions
Hope International University admitted 33% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 3. 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 420 to 570, math 420 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Hope International University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $38,650 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,200 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $53,509 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $31,029 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $31,029 a year after grants and scholarships, $22,480 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 Hope International University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Hope International University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 53% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,254 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 38% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Hope International University majors and what graduates earn
Hope International University awarded bachelor's degrees in 13 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($61,912).
All 13 majors at Hope International University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 42 | $46,038 | $61,912 | $21,001 |
| Social Sciences, General | 4 | n/a | $58,263 | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | 6 | n/a | $50,647 | n/a |
| Psychology | 28 | n/a | $47,206 | $15,500 |
| Education | 14 | n/a | $45,971 | $19,500 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 18 | n/a | n/a | $17,275 |
| Human development and family studies | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | 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 Hope International University
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 70 | $52,061 | $54,666 |
| Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education | Master's | 34 | $60,735 | $41,000 |
| Business administration | Master's | 25 | $61,419 | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 15 | $107,066 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 564 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 54% women, 46% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hope International University?
Hope International University admitted 33% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Hope International University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $38,650. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $31,029 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Hope International University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 420 to 570 in reading and writing and 420 to 650 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Hope International University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Hope International University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Hope International University?
53% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Hope International University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,254 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.