Hamline University
Hamline University is a private research university in Saint Paul, Minnesota, enrolling about 1,776 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 87.63% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $61,106 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $50,004
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,744 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 87.63% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,776 96.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 60.45%
- Average SAT Score: 1160
Hamline University: what the data shows
Common questions about Hamline University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Hamline University?
Hamline University is located in Saint Paul, MN (ZIP 55104-1284).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Hamline University public or private?
Hamline University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Hamline University cost?
Published tuition: $50,004.
Average net price after aid: $20,744.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,371 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $18,001 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,767 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,015 |
| $110,001+ | $27,196 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $200,016.
How hard is it to get into Hamline University?
Admission rate: 87.63%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1160 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Hamline University?
Total enrollment: 1,776 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Hamline University?
150%-time completion rate: 60.45%.
First-year retention: 78.2%.
What do graduates of Hamline University earn?
Median earnings: $47,139 six years after entry; $61,106 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,770.
40.70% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Hamline University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (951 completions)
- CIP 520201 (66 completions)
- Agricultural Business and Management (62 completions)
- Casino Operations and Services (49 completions)
- CIP 220302 (49 completions)
- Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education (44 completions)
- General Psychology (43 completions)
- CIP 131338 (39 completions)
- CIP 130499 (38 completions)
- CIP 131401 (36 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Hamline University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 87.63%; completion rate 60.45%; median earnings $61,106 at 10 years; net price $20,744. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$50,004
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Hamline University was $50,004.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,744
2024 Value
In 2024 Hamline University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,744.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$82,976 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,744 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$200,016 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Hamline University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
40.70% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
57.95% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Hamline University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Hamline University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $35,108 | $35,108 | $20,500 |
| 2014 | $36,270 | $36,270 | $20,611 |
| 2015 | $37,886 | $37,886 | $21,150 |
| 2016 | $39,181 | $39,181 | $21,332 |
| 2017 | $40,332 | $40,332 | $21,103 |
| 2018 | $41,290 | $41,290 | $20,492 |
| 2019 | $42,774 | $42,774 | $20,866 |
| 2020 | $45,145 | $45,145 | $20,474 |
| 2021 | $46,221 | $46,221 | $18,813 |
| 2022 | $46,616 | $46,616 | $21,691 |
| 2023 | $48,311 | $48,311 | $21,385 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
87.63% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1160
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Hamline University in 2024 is 1,776 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
78.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.37% 100% Completion Time
60.45% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.37% of students graduating from Hamline University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Hamline University.
Return on Investment
$23,770 Median Student Debt
$61,106 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
38.90% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
636.43% Return on Investment
3.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Hamline University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 66 completions
Agricultural Business and Management: 62 completions
Casino Operations and Services: 49 completions
CIP 22.0302: 49 completions
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education: 44 completions
General Psychology: 43 completions
CIP 13.1338: 39 completions
CIP 13.0499: 38 completions
CIP 13.1401: 36 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 951 completions
Most popular programs at Hamline University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Hamline University graduates.
About
Hamline University is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Paul, MN, offering 66 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,776 students. The admission rate is 87.63%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1160. The institution maintains a 60.45% graduation rate. Approximately 40.70% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Saint Paul, MN 55104-1284
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 66 distinct degree programs, Hamline University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Hamline University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $50,004 and average net price is $20,744 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Hamline University?
The admission rate is 87.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Hamline University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Hamline University reports midpoint SAT about 1160 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Hamline University earn?
Median earnings are $47,139 six years after entry and $61,106 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Hamline University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 60.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Hamline University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,770.
How big is Hamline University?
Total enrollment is about 1,776 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Hamline University public or private?
Hamline University is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Paul, MN.
Is Hamline University an HBCU?
No. Hamline University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Hamline University a tribal college?
No. Hamline University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Hamline University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Hamline University does not meet that proxy (reported share 10.3%).
Is Hamline University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Hamline University: United Methodist.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.