Hamline Acceptance Rate and SAT/ACT Scores

Hamline University Admission Requirements and Statistics

[updated for 2024-2025 admission data]

How hard is Hamline University to get into?

This page provides the latest information on Hamline University (Hamline)'s admission process, acceptance rate, and student profile. Hamline's acceptance rate is 87.63% for 2024-2025 admission. A total of 3,475 students applied and 3,045 were admitted to the school. Its acceptance rate is relatively high, making it somewhat easy to get into Hamline.

To apply to Hamline, it is required to submit high school GPA and record. The SAT and ACT score is not required, but considered for admission. In addition, english proficiency test score is also considered (required).

Hamline's acceptance rate places 17th out of 37 Minnesota colleges with competitive admission.
The median SAT score is 1270 and the ACT score is 23 at Hamline. Hamline's SAT score ranks 7th out of 16 Minnesota colleges that consider SAT score for admission.
Hamline's yield rate is 15.86%, which is moderately lower by 9.60 percentage points (approximately 37.7% lower) compared to similar colleges with acceptance rates between 80% and 90% (average yield: 25.46%). You can compare colleges with similar acceptance rates to Hamline at Minnesota colleges with acceptance rates higher than 70%.

Admission Statistics

For the academic year 2024-25, Hamline's acceptance rate is 87.63% and the yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 15.86%. 1,331 men and 2,139 women applied to Hamline and 1,153 men and 1,887 women students were accepted.

5 applicants who has another gender applied and 5 were accepted.

Among them, 179 men and 299 women were enrolled in Hamline. You can explore the Hamline's admission rates and SAT score trends over the past decade, including year-by-year data and analysis, by visiting Admission Trends page.

Acceptance Rate and Admission Statistics at Hamline
	Total	Men	Women	Another Gender	Gender Unknown
Applicants	3,475	1,331	2,139	5	0
Admitted	3,045	1,153	1,887	5	0
Enrolled	483	179	299	5	0
Acceptance Rate	87.63%	86.63%	88.22%	100.00%	-
Yield	15.86%	15.52%	15.85%	100.00%	-

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2024)

Hamline University 2025 Acceptance Rate By Gender chart

Median SAT and ACT Score

For the academic year 2025, 10 students (2% of enrolled students) submitted SAT scores and 114 students (24% of enrolled students) submitted ACT scores as part of the admission process at Hamline.

The median SAT score for admitted students is 1,270, including 635 in SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and 635 in SAT Math. The 75th percentile SAT EBRW score is 728 and the 25th percentile is 568. For SAT Math, the 75th percentile score is 663 and the 25th percentile is 565.

The median ACT composite score is 23, with a 75th percentile score of 28 and a 25th percentile score of 19 at Hamline. The median ACT Math score is 23 and the median ACT English score is 23.

How competitive is Hamline's score?

The SAT and ACT scores at Hamline University are similar to the average score compared to similar colleges (SAT: 1,173, ACT: 25 - private (not-for-profit) master's college and university with larger programs).

2025 SAT and ACT Scores at Hamline
	25^th Percentile	50^th Percentile (Median)	75^th Percentile
SAT Total	1,133	1,270	1,391
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing	568	635	728
SAT Math	565	635	663
ACT Composite	19	23	28
ACT Math	17	23	26
ACT English	18	23	26

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2024)

Hamline University 2025 SAT and ACT Score Chart

Application Requirements

It requires to submit High School GPA, High School Record (or Transcript), Completion of College Preparatory Program, and English Proficiency Test to its applicants.

The SAT and ACT test score is not required, but considered in admission process at Hamline. The english proficiency test is required .

The next table summarizes the application requirements to apply Hamline University.

For more admission information such as minimum GPA and deadlines, see its online application page .

Hamline Admission Requirements
High School GPA	Required
High School Rank	Considered, if submitted
High School Record (or Transcript)	Required
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required
Recommendations	Considered, if submitted
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Not Considered
SAT / ACT	Considered, if submitted
English Proficiency Test	Required
Other Test (Wonderlic,WISC-III,etc)	Not Considered
Work experience	Not Considered
Personal statement or essay	Considered, if submitted
Legacy status	Not Considered

General Admissions Information

The following provides general admission information for applying to Hamline:

Open Admission Policy: No
Undergraduate Application Fees: -
Graduate Application Fees: -
Admission Information: https://www.hamline.edu/admission-aid/admission
Online Application: https://www.hamline.edu/admission-aid/admission/apply
Calendar System: Four-one-four plan
Course for High School Students: Not Offered
Credits Accepted: Credits for Life Experiences, Advanced placement (AP) Credits
Degree Offered: 1-Year Certificate, 2-Years Certificate, Bachelor, Post-Bachelor Certificate, Master, Post-Master Certificate, Doctoral (Research)

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What is the acceptance rate at the Hamline?

Hamline is relatively easy to get into, with an acceptance rate of 87.63%.

What SAT or ACT scores are required for admission to Hamline?

Hamline recommends submitting SAT or ACT scores, but they are not strictly required for admission. The average SAT score required for admission to Hamline is 1,270, and the average ACT score is 23. Meeting or exceeding these scores will improve your chances of admission.

Does Hamline require essays or personal statements?

Hamline recommends submitting a personal essay or statement, but it is not strictly required.

Are recommendation letters required for Hamline admission?

Hamline recommends submitting a recommendation letter, but it is not strictly required.

Is there an application fee?

Hamline does not require an application fee for undergraduate or graduate admission.

Do I need to submit my high school transcript?

Yes, Hamline requires applicants to submit high school GPA, high school record or transcript as part of the admission process.

Are there any specific admission requirements for international students?

Yes, Hamline requires international applicants to submit an English proficiency test (like TOEFL or IELTS) as part of the application.

What is SAT code and ACT code for Hamline?

The institutional SAT code for Hamline is 6265 and 4-digit ACT code is 2114.