Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 81.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 82.3%
- Retention Rate
- 90.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,427
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,800
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $284/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor | $67,101 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $58,777 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $58,108 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $44,942 | $24,499 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $44,418 | $25,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $40,768 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $25,800 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $38,621 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $35,416 | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $31,581 | $26,670 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $26,636 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $28,055 | $24,493 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $25,194 | $27,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $25,194 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $23,649 | $24,499 |
Outcomes Overview
Hope graduates typically enter education, healthcare, business, and ministry careers, reflecting the college's liberal arts foundation and Christian mission. The median debt of $26,800 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46, meaning graduates owe roughly 46 cents for every dollar they earn annually. Monthly loan payments of $284 consume about 5.8% of typical graduate income, which falls below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.4% employment rate demonstrates strong job placement success. Ten years out, median earnings of $58,427 provide solid financial stability for a liberal arts degree. The 80.7% loan repayment rate indicates most graduates manage their debt successfully. Hope delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking values-based education with practical career preparation.