BA

Classical Studies

Learn more about studying Classical Studies as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    43,960USD
  • Start date
    Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Hope College says about their program:

Learning a second — or third — language is a major advantage, whether you’re in a classroom or applying for a job. The Department of World Languages & Cultures represents a wide variety of languages; choosing any one of them will give you a leg up in life after graduation.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Applicants to bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary/high school diploma, with an overall grade average equivalent to a 3.0/4.0 GPA (B average).

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    Minimum score of 79 (with no sub score less than 18)

  • IELTS

    Minimum score of 6.5 (with no sub score less than 6)

  • Duolingo English Test

    Minimum score of 105

  • GTEC

    Minimum score of 1200

  • PTE Academic

    Minimum score of 58 (with no band below 53)

English proficiency waivers

  • Students from the following country list where English is the native/primary language

  • Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Caribbean, British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Cook Islands, Dominica, Fiji, The Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, Micronesia, Namibia, Nauru, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua-New Guinea, Philippines, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, United Kingdom, Zimbabwe
  • Students who have been attending an international secondary school for at least two years where the language of instruction is totally in English

Verification of proficiency may still be requested if any information indicates there is an English language deficiency. This decision is at the discretion of the Director of Global Recruitment.

Entry requirements

  • Although an ACT or SAT exam is not required as part of the international undergraduate admission process, Hope College strongly encourages students to submit one of these exam score reports, if possible.

Please note: Students with an ACT or SAT score may receive higher consideration for scholarship

Documents required

  • Secondary school transcript (submitted by your guidance counselor)
  • Official transcripts from any post-secondary school attended
  • Verification of Financial Support
  • Evidence of proficiency in English
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Scholarships at Hope College

  • International Student Scholarship

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    Hope College automatically considers every degree-seeking international undergraduate applicant for a merit-based scholarship of up to $30,000 per year, with no separate application or additional forms required. The award is determined through an overall evaluation of the admissions file, including the quality of secondary school coursework and grades, a personal statement, and examples of activities and leadership. Because it is offered specifically to non-U.S. citizens/residents applying as international students, and international financial aid and scholarships at Hope range from $25,000 to $35,000 per year, this award is explicitly open to and designed for international undergraduates. The scholarship is granted at the time of admission and is renewable for up to four years provided the student remains in good academic standing; recipients are required to live on campus while receiving the award.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    $43,500 per year

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What is the cost of living near Hope College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Hope College

USA student visa requirements