Hastings College
About Hastings College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hastings College is a private university in Hastings, NE. It has a 71.3% acceptance rate and a 54.6% graduation rate, serving approximately 918 students.
Founded
1882
Location
Hastings, Nebraska
Students
914
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
48.9%
Below national average
Tuition
$37,770
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,452
After financial aid
SAT Average
1320
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$51,303
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Hastings College accepts 71.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1320/ 1600
Average: 1320 out of 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
65.6%
4-Year Grad
42%
6-Year Grad
49%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 42% graduation rate is below average, but 65.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,770
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,050
Books & Supplies
$1,030
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,422
After Financial Aid
$24,452
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$21,646
Receive Grants
27.4%
Take Loans
61.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $51,422/yr, including $12,050 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,452.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Hastings College fund their education.
While in School
27.4%
Get Grants
Free money
61.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$66,876
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $51K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Hastings College.
Gender
48.7%
Female
51%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
891
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
23
Graduates
27.5%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
1.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (49% women, 51% men). 27.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.3% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
891
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hastings College fields 12 varsity teams with 687 student athletes, about 77% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
Great Plains
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
687
77% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
416
Men
271
Women
9
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hastings Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,303
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$48K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Fine and Studio Arts
—
18 grads
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
—
15 grads
Psychology, General
—
15 grads
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Common questions about Hastings College
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.