At a glance
Average net price
$21,829
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
67.1%
Admission rate
84%
Undergrad size
1,031
In-state tuition
$44,638
Out-of-state tuition
$44,638
Cost of attendance
$58,821
Median earnings (10y)
$53,957
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,201
- ACT midpoint
- 28
- Retention
- 81.8%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (23%), humanities & arts (23%), stem (22%).
- STEM22%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services14%
- Business19.5%~201 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation13.5%~139 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology9.5%~98 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication9.5%~98 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~88 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education7.0%~72 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences6.5%~67 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English4.0%~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering3.5%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History3.5%~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.5%~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology1.0%~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
24 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 72 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 67 | $26,826 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 57 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 51 | $36,467 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 50 | $26,148 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 41 | $31,813 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 18 | $26,998 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 15 | $49,315 | $26,898 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Engineering Science. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Hanover College
Hanover College is a mid-sized institution located in Hanover, Indiana, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,031 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Hanover College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,829 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $44,638 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $58,821 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 67.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 81.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,957 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Hanover College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), stem (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Hanover College accepts 84% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,201. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 28.
Location & campus
Set in Hanover, Indiana (town), Hanover College draws students from across Indiana and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Hanover College
Q.How much does Hanover College cost?
The average net price at Hanover College is $21,829 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $58,821.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Hanover College?
Hanover College has a 6-year graduation rate of 67.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Hanover College?
Hanover College admits 84% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Hanover College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Hanover College graduate earns $53,957 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Hanover College?
Published tuition is $44,638 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Hanover College located?
Hanover College is located in Hanover, Indiana (ZIP 47243).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Hanover College at their official website.