Campus & Student Life at Hope International University

Home to about 657 undergraduates in 2020, Hope International University is a small, private university located in Fullerton, California. A safe, suburban environment can offer many of the amenities of city living without the constant hum. Should you tire of the campus however, Hope International University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Hope International University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Hope International University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.

Hope International University is Affiliated With the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ Faith.

Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Christian Churches and Churches of Christ Colleges and Universities.

Hope International University Has a Disability Services Site

For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Hope International University Disability Services.

Hope International University for the Military

While not a "service academy", Hope International University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Hope International University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Hope International University for Veterans Guide.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at Hope International University

Hope International University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.

* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.

Full-time vs. Part-time Studies at Hope International University

Hope International University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 657 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 529 (80.5%). Part-time attendance was 128 (19.5%).

Hope International University is Ranked #512 for Overall Diversity

Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Hope International University receives top marks for overall diversity. We rank Hope International University #512 out of 3,451.

The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.

You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Hope International University by looking closer at the ethnic,  gender,  age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Hope International University Diversity Guide.

Hope International University Competes in the NIAA

Hope International University has a total of 136 student athletes, 65 men and 71 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.

Athletics Financing

For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Hope International University Athletics