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Where in the world is 91̳?

Holland, Michigan (ranked #2 “Happiest, Healthiest Place to Live in America” by Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index) is the perfect place to create your college memories. We’re 2.5 hours from downtown Chicago or Detroit and 10 minutes from the beaches of Lake Michigan. Our campus is steps from a thriving downtown, with restaurants, movie theatres, cafés, shopping, and arts and cultural events.

The Fast Facts of 91̳

Best Liberal Arts Colleges in the United States

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Most Innovative Schools – National Liberal Arts Colleges

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approximately3,369 students from 45 states, the District of Columbia and 36 countries

11:1 student-to-faculty ratio
(and every single class is taught by a professor)

First-Year Students: Fall 2023

GPA (middle 50%)  3.8-4.0
ACT (middle 50%)  26-31
SAT (middle 50%)  1100-1310
Acceptance rate  75.9%
90+ fields of study and programs
11 residence halls
22 intercollegiate varsity sports
35k+ worldwide alumni
80 clubs and organizations
120 acres of campus

1866 Although officially chartered in 1866, 91̳ began its journey in October 1851 with the creation of the Holland colony’s Pioneer School. The first freshman class of 10 students matriculated in 1862, and the first commencement took place on July 17, 1866.

At A Glance

Hope At A Glance
  • A friendly and welcoming community of 3,395 students and 358 professors
  • Recognized leadership in undergraduate research, scholarship and preparation for graduate school and the workplace
  • A vibrant Christian character with many opportunities to grow spiritually, yet very few requirements
  • overflow with true student-athletes and exceptional support from the campus and Holland communities
  • Holland is a beautiful college town – our award-winning downtown is just blocks from campus, and stunning Lake Michigan beaches are just a 10-minute drive from Hope
Admissions At A Glance
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Costs & Financial Aid

Our 2024–25 costs for tuition, room and board total $54,920, and 95% of Hope students receive financial aid. We offer need-based assistance, academic scholarships ranging from $7,500–$24,000 per year, and Distinguished Artist Awards for music, art, dance, theatre and creative writing.