Hope  /  Financial aid

Paying for Hope

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Hope actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Hope's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$16,113/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$17,573/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$20,372/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$25,779/yr after aid
$110k+$33,751/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$54,270
Tuition & fees$37,240
Room & board$14,400
Average net price$28,643
Students on aid97%
Financial needDoes not meet full need for everyone
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

Hope cost & aid FAQ

How much does Hope cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $28,643 per year at Hope after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $54,270. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does Hope cost by family income?

At Hope, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $16,113 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $33,751 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does Hope give financial aid to international students?

Limited aid for international students, mostly merit. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Hope's financial aid office.

Does Hope meet full financial need?

Does not meet full need for everyone. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.

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