Hope International University
Fullerton, CA · Private · 564 undergrads
- Admit rate: 33.0% (828 applicants)
- SAT middle 50%: 840–1220
- Undergraduates: 564 (1.9% international)
- Average net price: $29,310 (per year after aid)
- Graduation rate: 49% (within 6 years)
Deadlines
- Early Action: Dec. 1, 2026
- Early Action II: Feb. 1, 2027
- Rolling: Before the start of the fall 2027 semester
Essays
Reflective question 1 (1-2 paragraphs)
Tell us about any experiences that have influenced and shaped your faith, academic goals, and career goals.
Reflective question 2 (1-2 paragraphs)
Hope International University seeks to develop servant leaders. How do you define and currently display leadership? In what ways do you plan to display leadership in college?
Reflective question 3 (1-2 paragraphs)
Hope International University has a strong emphasis in supporting our student body in growing not only academically and professionally, but also spiritually. Is spiritual growth important to you? Why or why not?
Editor's notes
- Apply by Dec. 1 if you're ready. Admission is rolling, but the two Early Action dates only count if every item, including transcripts and the reflective answers, has arrived.
- Take the three reflective questions seriously; they're the only writing HIU asks for, and they're about faith, servant leadership and spiritual growth. Answer each one honestly with one real example.
- Know the minimums. You need two of three: a 2.5 weighted GPA, SAT 900 or ACT 19, or top half of your class. If one of those is shaky, sending test scores can make up the difference.
- Line up your references early: one church leader and one teacher or employer, neither a relative.
