Hamline University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With an 87.6% acceptance rate, your strategy at Hamline should be to show you can thrive, not just clear a cutoff. Since Hamline is test-optional and more students submit ACT than SAT, consider sending an ACT around 28 if it strengthens your profile; otherwise, emphasize your GPA and coursework.
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Hamline University facts and stats
Hamline University is an urban institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,806 students. Hamline has a 78% freshman retention rate, above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 61% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14:1.
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How do your scores compare at Hamline?
Key Hamline University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
January 15
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
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Priority Deadline
November 1
Financial Aid Priority
February 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Hamline, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year so you can use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes. For the November 1 Early Action deadline, plan on a September ACT or October SAT as your last fall retake so scores have time to arrive.
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What you'll actually pay
Hamline’s tuition and fees are $50,004, with 91% of students receiving aid. The average merit award is $22,364, making scholarships an important part of many aid packages. Submit the FAFSA by the February 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
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Hamline’s total cost of attendance is about $62,404, including tuition, fees, room, and board. Aid is common, with 91% of students receiving aid and an average aid package of $36,048. Merit awards average $22,364, which can meaningfully reduce the published price for eligible students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $36,676.
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30% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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