Hamline University
Faith-based college · Saint Paul, MN · 1,776 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
88%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1133–1391
ACT (middle 50%)
19–28
Average net price
$22,756
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$61,822
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
53%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Hamline University?
Hamline University accepts about 88 of every 100 applicants (88%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1133 and 1391 on the SAT. A score at or above 1391 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1133, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–28.
The latest federal data says Hamline University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Hamline University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Hamline University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $61,822 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $22,756 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $51,994 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$51,994
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$51,994
- Room & board$12,830
- Total cost of attendance$61,822
- Average net price after grants$22,756
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Biology, Education, Psychology.
Hamline University FAQ
- What is Hamline University's acceptance rate?
- 88% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Hamline University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1133–1391. Aim for 1391 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Hamline University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–28.
- Is Hamline University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Hamline University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Hamline University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Hamline University cost?
- About $61,822 a year before aid; $22,756 on average after grants.
- What is Hamline University's FAFSA school code?
- 002354. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Hamline University receives your information.
- What is Hamline University's graduation rate?
- 53% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Hamline University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel UniversitySaint Paul, MN | 88% | 1190–1300 | $30,995 | 72% |
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