Course Description
Hope College is a private Christian liberal arts college in Holland, Michigan. It was originally opened in 1851 as the Pioneer School by Dutch immigrants four years after the community was first settled. The first freshman college class matriculated in 1862 and Hope received its state charter in 1866. Hope College is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America and retains a Christian atmosphere. Its 125 acres (0.195 sq mi) campus is adjacent to the downtown commercial district and has been shared with Western Theological Seminary since 1884.Their commitment to their Christian heritage (founded in partnership with the Reformed Church in America) points us to the deepest engagement in academics and in life.
This rare combination of deep roots and rigorous preparation for the world of tomorrow equips Hope students to go into the world and make an impact in their communities.
Why Hope College:
Academic Excellence: Offering 91 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs, Hope provides the flexibility for students to pursue their academic interests. The student-faculty ratio of 11:1 ensures that small class sizes encourage support and mentoring.
Athletics: A member of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and National College Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III, Hope sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women.
Diverse Community: Hope enrolls 3,133 students from 36 states and territories and 29 countries. With the great opportunities and programs Hope provides, students will be well equipped to succeed in graduate and professional schools or in the workplace.
Research: Hope is ranked #23 by US News and World Report and is one of only 64 colleges and universities recognized for providing outstanding undergraduate research/creative project opportunities, counted among universities like Yale, Stanford, MIT, Princeton, and Northwestern.
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