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Academics
Grounded in a general liberal arts education, Hope College offers specialized study in more than 90 majors, minors and pre-professional programs.
Admissions
Flourishing programs in 90+ disciplines. A vibrant Christian mission. $50 million in new campus construction. Championship athletics. 94% placement within 6 months of graduation. There’s never been a better time to consider Hope College.
Research
Research abounds at Hope. Our students and faculty carry out high-quality research projects that are challenging, meaningful and contribute to exciting new knowledge in a broad range of disciplines.
Arts
At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.
Campus Life
The Hope College campus is a place to come alive. We have hundreds of student organizations, groups and events you can plug into, serve with, play in, root for and grow with.
Athletics
As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women. The college is home to the 2022 NCAA Division III National Championship women’s basketball team.

Phelps Scholars Program

New friends, new classes, new responsibilities — make the most of your first year of college.
The world & its people

Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in a global age.
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The Phelps Scholars Program prepares students to succeed and thrive in a world filled with people from many different backgrounds and who hold many different views.

The Phelps Scholars Program is a unique combination of residential life, academic engagement and social activities that prepares students to be leaders in an increasingly global society. Phelps Scholars make a one-year commitment to live in community with others from a broad range of cultural backgrounds, and they explore together the issues of diversity that shape our world.

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“To put it simply, the Phelps Scholars Program changed me, changed my goals and changed the lens with which I view the world. I am forever grateful.”

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The Phelps Scholars Program has been recognized by the Association of American Colleges & Universities as an exemplary diversity program in higher education.

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Hope CollegePhelps Scholars Program

Scott Hall113 East 13th StreetLower LevelHolland, MI 49423

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Phelps Scholars was the best decision I’ve ever made. It gave me the tools, vocabulary and skills to meet difficult conversations and dialogue in a way that leave me open to learning and growth.
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The world & its people