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.
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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 is an entirely new funding model that will provide fully-funded tuition for every student at Hope College.
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
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
Stories about people who believe in hope during challenging times.
Hope Athletics Highlights
We stayed Strong and True. Go Hope! Watch the video →
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
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
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 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
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
#BeStrongBeTrue. As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women.
Arts
At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.
Cost and Financial Aid
Planning for college expenses is easier when you’ve got an expert on your side. We’re here to help.
Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell will host a dynamic keynote presentation at Hope
College on Thursday, March 9, at 7 p.m. that will provide an energizing exploration
of how to improve access to college. Hope College has been recognized for sustainability excellence by the West Michigan
Sustainable Business Forum. 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. 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. 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. 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.
Malcolm Gladwell to Keynote Catalyst Summit at Hope
Hope Honored for Sustainable Excellence
Hope College Receives National Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award
Hope College and Western Theological Seminary Establish “3-2” Pastor-Preparation Program
Hope College Announces “Anchored Tuition Pledge”
It's a Lofty Ambition, but then Again the College is Named "Hope," not "Settle."
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Admissions
Junior Day
Junior Day- Date
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- Richard and Helen DeVos Fieldhouse
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Great Performance Series: Camille Thurman with the Darrell Green Quartet
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- Knickerbocker Theatre
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Academics
The Winners and Losers of School Choice
The Winners and Losers of School Choice- Date
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- Graves Hall
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The Hope College Connection Live | Washington D.C.
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- Volkswagen Group of America - Government Affairs Office
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Admissions
Junior Day
Junior Day- Date
- Location
- Richard and Helen DeVos Fieldhouse
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