by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Hope worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Hope is ranked #2,401 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Michigan, it ranks #68 of 77 for value.
Among the majors Hope offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances | #15 of 15 |
| Special Education | #15 of 15 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities | #21 of 22 |
| Accounting / Finance | #36 of 43 |
| Accounting and Business/Management | #36 of 43 |
| Teacher Education | #44 of 53 |
| General Engineering | #45 of 66 |
| Engineering | #48 of 70 |
| History Education | #94 of 106 |
| Biology | #108 of 179 |
Read the full Hope value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Hope College is ranked #4 out of #80 in Michigan for quality and #68 out of #77 for Michigan value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Hope financial aid page to be sure.
Hope College is ranked #2,401 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Hope College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Hope costs about $28,321. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $113,282 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $55,645 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,182 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,321 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $113,282 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Hope net price and the factors that affect it.
What Hope costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Hope degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $222,580 | — | — |
| All Students | $113,282 | #2,401 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $108,728 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $222,580 | — | — |
| All Students | $113,282 | #68 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $108,728 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Hope shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,365 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,069 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,837 |
| $75K–$110K | $26,104 |
| Over $110K | $31,356 |
About 96% of Hope undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,475 per year. Get more details on the Hope financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Hope net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.