Kalamazoo College vs Hollins University

Kalamazoo College and Hollins University, two esteemed institutions of higher learning, offer distinct educational experiences. Kalamazoo College, nestled in the vibrant city of Kalamazoo, Michigan, boasts a higher acceptance rate, allowing more students the opportunity to pursue their academic aspirations. Hollins University, situated in the historic town of Roanoke, Virginia, stands out for its predominantly female student body, fostering a unique and supportive learning environment. While Kalamazoo College excels in the fields of biology, business, and psychology, Hollins University shines in the arts, communication, and social sciences. Both institutions boast impressive graduation rates, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavors. Explore the comprehensive comparison table below to delve into further details and discover which institution aligns best with your academic goals and personal preferences.

	Hollins University	Kalamazoo College
Overview
Location	Roanoke, Virginia	Kalamazoo, Michigan
Campus setting	Suburb: Midsize	City: Small
College type	4 year	4 year
Control/business model	Private (Non Profit)	Private (Non Profit)
Calendar system	4-1-4	Quarter
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate	Undergraduate
Students retention rate	74.0%	85.0%
Common app member	Yes	Yes
Religious affiliation

Admission
Acceptance rate	74.7%	79.6%
Application fees	$40
SAT range	N/A	1160 - 1380
ACT range	N/A	24 - 30
Students submitting SAT score		26.0%
Students submitting ACT score		11.0%
Total number of applicants	3,093	3,350
Total number of admissions given out	2,311	2,666
Admitted students who chose to enroll	234	382
Yield rate	10.1%	14.3%
Test scores (SAT/ACT)	N/A	N/A
High school GPA	Required	Required
Recommendation letters	Required	Required
High school transcript	Not required	Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL)	Required	Required

Tuition and Fees
Sticker price	$54,640	$68,832
Average net price	$23,825	$27,395
Tuition	$39,360	$53,976
Room & board	Room/dormitory: $8,900 Meal plan: $5,760	Room/dormitory: $5,316 Meal plan: $5,916
Available payment plans	Prepaid tuition plan	Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid (Grants & scholarships)	100.0% Average amount $33,997	99.0% Average amount $40,208
Students receiving federal student loan	62.0% Average amount $5,409	32.0% Average amount $5,066
Students taking out private loans	6.0% Average amount $11,453	3.0% Average amount $13,150

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students	713 Men 0.0% Women 100.0%	1,241 Men 43.7% Women 56.3%
Graduate students	142 Men 28.9% Women 71.1%	N/A
Racial/ethnic diversity	Low	Low
Out-of-state students	N/A	N/A
International students	7.7%	5.2%
Campus local/setting	Suburb: Midsize	City: Small
Dormitory capacity	667	834
First year students are required to live on campus?	No	No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from	N/A	N/A

Academics
Popular study areas	Visual & Performing Arts English Language and Literature Education Social Sciences History	Social Sciences Foreign Languages and Literatures Psychology Visual & Performing Arts Ethnic Studies
Students to faculty ratio	9:1	10:1
Institutional accreditation	Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges	Higher Learning Commission

Outcome
Graduation rate	58.7%	76.4%
Dropout rate	41.3%	23.1%
Transferred out	N/A	N/A
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)	Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Master's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $28,960 Year 3: $32,950 English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $16,495 Year 2: $26,353 Year 3: $27,617 Biology, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $26,470 Year 2: $20,140 Year 3: N/A Psychology, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $20,862 Year 2: $26,739 Year 3: N/A Dance (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $29,840 Year 2: $45,529 Year 3: N/A	Business/Commerce, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $43,367 Year 2: $47,729 Year 3: $52,173 Psychology, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $21,169 Year 2: $22,920 Year 3: $42,343 English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $31,536 Year 2: $20,140 Year 3: $39,152 Social Sciences, Other (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $27,345 Year 2: $31,038 Year 3: $31,277 Biology, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $21,784 Year 2: $19,045 Year 3: $30,710 Chemistry (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $28,535 Year 2: $41,565 Year 3: N/A Economics (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $34,802 Year 2: $55,964 Year 3: N/A Fine and Studio Arts (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $17,180 Year 2: N/A Year 3: N/A History (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $21,568 Year 2: N/A Year 3: N/A

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