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Hollins University
Most applicants get into Hollins University — 68% were admitted — so the real questions are cost, fit and outcomes, covered below.
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Hollins University occupies suburban Roanoke, VA — a private campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat. Hollins University enrolls women only — one of the few remaining single-sex campuses in the country.
Its highest-earning path is Psychology, General, where graduates median $45,633 four years out. Faculty pay averages $87,312 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 665 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 74% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1100 and 1330 — above the VA middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Hollins University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Hollins University is test-optional: scores are considered when submitted but not required. The 1100–1330 range below describes admitted students who chose to submit — typically Hollins University's stronger testers — so treat it as the higher end of what gets in.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 550 | 650 | 710 |
| SAT Math | 550 | 590 | 620 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 27 | 29 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Hollins University received 2,992 applications and admitted 2,120 (70.9%), with 192 enrolling.
How Hollins University compares
| Hollins University | Virginia median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 68% | 83.1% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $43,560 | $21,650 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $40,075 | $53,453 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Hollins University's median earnings are $40,075 — below the Virginia benchmark of $53,453. Weigh that against the $43,560 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
Hollins University lists tuition at $43,560 for everyone — private schools don't do residency pricing. Hollins University's sticker and net price can differ sharply after aid; treat $43,560 as the ceiling, not the bill.
With 665 undergraduates, Hollins University is small enough that class size and faculty access are structural, not marketing claims.
64.6% graduate within six years. Roughly 35% don't — ask a Hollins University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Hollins University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Psychology, General | $45,633 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $38,172 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $27,014 |
Median earnings for these 3 Hollins University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $40,075 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 23 additional Hollins University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Hollins University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1100–1330 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 68% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Hollins University's acceptance rate?
70.9% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 2,120 admitted from 2,992 applicants.
How much does Hollins University cost?
At Hollins University, published tuition is $43,560 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Hollins University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Hollins University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $40,075 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Virginia
- Hampton University — 62.3% admitted
- James Madison University — 71.5% admitted
- Emory & Henry University — 83.7% admitted
- University of Mary Washington — 79.8% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.