Hollins University

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Hollins University, a liberal arts school, provides students a well rounded foundation in education by having a curriculum with a diverse range of subjects. This college is located in Roanoke, VA, a predominately suburban area. Hollins University has an enrollment of approximately 1,100 students.

Students can submit either the SAT or ACT exam scores at this school. A score within the range of 970 to 1220 on the SAT exam, or 21 to 27 on the ACT exam is among the 25th - 75th percentile range among accepted students. We were able to estimate the Hollins University average GPA (3.13 - 3.45) of admitted students by applying sampled GPA data on over 150 schools. Approximately 70% of all students which applied were accepted at Hollins University, and from those that were granted acceptance roughly 26% continued on to enroll. You can get more information from the admissions office website at hollins.edu.

Overall Hollins University Acceptance Rate - Fall 2013

69.3%

The overall acceptance rate for Hollins University was reported as 69.3% in Fall 2013 with over 824 college applications submitted to Hollins University. Both in state and out of state applicants are included in these figures. We do not have data on transfer acceptance rates currently.

Accepted Applicants Profile

  • ACT Scores: 21 - 27
  • Average GPA: 3.13 - 3.45

How Hard Is It to Get into Hollins University?

Applicant Selectivity: Medium

When determining how difficult it is for students to get into Hollins University, ACT/SAT test scores and high school average GPA ranges of accepted students of previous years can help estimate the selectivity of a school.

Historical Trend and Acceptance Rate 2021 Projection

The historical trend chart shows acceptance rates from the previous years, from which we have projected the acceptance rate for the 2021-2022 school year. The overall acceptance rate trend for Hollins University has been on a downward trend over the past few years.

Acceptance Rate By Year

  • 2009-2010: 87.8%
  • 2010-2011: 88.9%
  • 2011-2012: 82.7%
  • 2012-2013: 66.0%
  • 2013-2014: 69.3%
  • Projected Acceptance Rate 2021-2022: 74.3%

How Does Hollins University Compare?

69.3%
This School
55.5%
National Avg

The acceptance rate for Hollins University is twenty-five percent higher than the national average of all colleges which is around 55.5%.

Nearby Similar College Acceptance Rates

SchoolAcceptance Rate
Southern Virginia University99.9%
Randolph College83.4%
Sweet Briar College84.3%
Averett University63.3%
Bluefield College57.3%

Admissions Rates & Enrollment Rates - Details

General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions

  • High School GPA Scores are Required
  • School Records are Required
  • Submit Recommendation Letters are Required
  • Standardized Test Scores (SAT,ACT,...) are Required
  • TOEFL Exam (Foreign Language Students) are Required

Number of Applicants, Percent Accepted, and Enrolled Students (Fall 2013)

TotalMaleFemale
Applicants824-100.0%
Admitted571-100.0%
Enrolled148-100.0%

Average ACT/SAT Scores of Applicants to Hollins University (Fall 2013)

ACT®Score Range
English0 - 0
Math0 - 0
Composite Score21 - 27
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School Details

Address

7916 Williamson Rd NW
Roanoke, VA 24020

Phone

(540) 362-6000

Website

School Code

#003715

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