Faithful. Welcoming. Transformational.

Faithful. Welcoming. Transformational.

Hope College is a four-year liberal arts college where academic excellence and vibrant Christian faith join together in a supportive and welcoming community in downtown Holland, Michigan. This rare combination of deep roots and rigorous preparation equips our students to live faithfully into their vocations and make a difference in the world.

About Hope

Highlights

Anchored Tuition Pledge

Anchored Tuition Pledge

Hope College has announced the “Anchored Tuition Pledge,” committing to hold tuition at the starting rate for each incoming class beginning with the fall 2022 semester — and to keep it at the present level for all current students.
Hope Forward

Hope Forward

Hope Forward is an entirely new funding model that will provide fully-funded tuition for every student at Hope College.
Graduate Report

Graduate Report

75% of Hope College grads were employed and 22% were in graduate school within six months of graduation. This is the Hope difference.
Virtual Campus Tour

Virtual Campus Tour

Our picturesque, historic campus is just blocks from award-winning downtown Holland and just minutes from Lake Michigan beaches. We invite you to take a look around campus.
#KeepingHope Blog

#KeepingHope Blog

Stories about people who believe in hope during challenging times.
Hope Athletics Highlights

Hope Athletics Highlights

We stayed Strong and True. Go Hope! Watch the video →
The Hope College Connection

The Hope College Connection

An innovative online community for calling and career that brings together students, alumni and families for mentoring and experiential learning.
Rankings and Recognitions

Rankings and Recognitions

Proud to be ranked the #1 private college, best Christian college and best liberal arts college in Michigan by Niche.

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Academic Programs

Academic Programs

Liberal arts curriculum. Graduate-level research. Hands-on opportunities. The highest standards. These are the elements that help Hope students from every discipline succeed — in school and in life.

 Hope's Christian Aspirations

Hope's Christian Aspirations

Hope College is a Christian community that invites all its members into a holistic and robust engagement with the historic Christian faith and a personal encounter with the living Christ through the Holy Spirit.

 Campus Life

Campus Life

The Hope College campus is a place to come alive. We have hundreds of student organizations, groups and events you can plug into, serve with, play in, root for and grow with.

 Athletics

Athletics

#BeStrongBeTrue. As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women.

 Arts

Arts

At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.

 Cost and Financial Aid

Cost and Financial Aid

Planning for college expenses is easier when you’ve got an expert on your side. We’re here to help.

Merry Christmas

Warm Christmas greetings from Hope College! Christmas is a holiday full of tradition. Whether you are revisiting old traditions with family and friends or beginning new ones, our prayer is that you experience “the thrill of hope” and rest from weariness that Immanuel, God with us, offers.

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Hope Honored for Sustainable Excellence

Hope College has been recognized for sustainability excellence by the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum.

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Hope College Receives National Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award

Hope College has received the 2022 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.

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Hope College and Western Theological Seminary Establish “3-2” Pastor-Preparation Program

The new Vita Scholars Program will enable students to graduate both from Hope with a Bachelor of Arts degree and from the seminary with a Master of Divinity degree after a total of five years instead of the usual seven.

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Hope College Announces “Anchored Tuition Pledge”

Hope College has announced the “Anchored Tuition Pledge,” committing to hold tuition at the starting rate for each incoming class beginning with the fall 2022 semester — and to keep it at the present level for all current students.

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It's a Lofty Ambition, but then Again the College is Named "Hope," not "Settle."

The college’s new Hope Forward initiative seeks to fully fund tuition for every student up front. While that’s the most tangible goal, it’s only one of several.

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News & Events

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  1. campus life

    Hope Honors Staff for Service Anniversaries

    Hope College staff members were honored for service anniversaries during the college’s annual recognition luncheon, held on Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the Haworth Hotel.

  4. arts

    Hope College to Present 34th Musical Showcase on Feb. 3

    The 34th annual Hope College Musical Showcase will be presented on Friday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts. The concert will feature more than 200 Hope College students performing in the Department of Music’s major instrumental and vocal ensembles and as soloists.

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  4. Health Professions Showcase

    Admissions

    Health Professions Showcase

    Health Professions Showcase
    Date
    Location
    Jim and Martie Bultman Student Center
  5. Celebrate Dance!

    Academics

    Celebrate Dance!

    Celebrate Dance!
    Date
    Location
    Standard Bar & Grill

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