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Academics
Grounded in a general liberal arts education, Hope College offers specialized study in more than 90 majors, minors and pre-professional programs.
Admissions
Flourishing programs in 80+ disciplines. A vibrant Christian mission. $50 million in new campus construction. A 2014 Division III national championship. 95% placement within 6 months of graduation. There’s never been a better time to consider Hope College.
Research
Research abounds at Hope. Our students and faculty carry out high-quality research projects that are challenging, meaningful and contribute to exciting new knowledge in a broad range of disciplines.
Arts
At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.
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
As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women. The college is home to the 2014 NCAA Division III National Championship women’s volleyball team.

The dean of students is committed to the intellectual, spiritual and personal development of each student.

Our office provides support, challenge and care, and creates an environment where students can explore and become all God intends them to be.

Each of the seven departments in Student Development:

Supports the whole-person development of each student
Works to enhance students’ experience through programs, services, partnerships and connections
Promotes an inclusive campus climate
Helps students successfully navigate campus life

Our office is a central place for students, parents, faculty and staff to get help navigating the complex issues of student life.

We expect that every student will be committed to:

Becoming all that God intends them to be
Establishing relationships which respect differences
Engaging in intellectually challenging activities
Being accountable for their decisions

Likewise, staff members work to:

Promote a safe, respectful, healthy and inclusive campus
Coordinate specific programs and services
Monitor and respond to emerging situations that impact students

Report a concern for a student

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Webinar: Racial Battle Fatigue

26 Jul

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion would like to invite you to attend a webinar on "Racial Battle Fatigue: Shift Your Campus Culture to Better Support Students, Faculty & Staff of Color".

Webinar: Racial Battle Fatigue

Date: Wednesday, July 26
Location: Richard and Helen DeVos Fieldhouse

Webinar: Racial Battle Fatigue 2:00 pm - Richard and Helen DeVos Fieldhouse, 2A07/2A08

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06 Apr

Bultman Student Center update

The Jim and Martie Bultman Student Center is being constructed in the central campus, adjacent to Hope’s Pine Grove, and will open in time for the 2017-18 school year. This new 42,000-square-foot facility will offer a spacious lounge featuring a fireplace and expansive views of the Pine Grove, a 200-seat multipurpose theater, a cafe, a chapel and a large flex space for events and student activities.

Bultman Student Center update

Get Connected on Campus

The Office of Student Life provides opportunities to participate through student organizations and leadership opportunitites.

Hope CollegeStudent Development

DeWitt Student Cultural Center141 East 12th StreetFloor 1Holland, MI 49423

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Hope by the Numbers

80+Student Groups and Organizations

Sponsored by Student Life and with such a wide array of interests represented, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved and make your mark.
1,161Service hours during Time to Serve

Time to Serve is held in the beginning of Fall semester and volunteers with 37+ nonprofits in one day
92%Experiential Learning at Hope

92% of students participate in internships, off campus study, service, research, student teaching or clinical rotation programs during their time at Hope.
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81%On-Campus Housing

2,472 students (81% of the total) live in cottages, residence halls and apartments on-campus.