Frederick, MD · Admissions

Hood College

Acceptance Rate & How to Get In

Hood College has a 77.8% acceptance rate, making it accessibleadmits a majority of applicants. Here is what the numbers say it takes to get in.

77.8%
Acceptance rate
SAT (mid 50%)
ACT (mid 50%)
Test required
Testing

How hard is it to get into Hood College?

With a 77.8% acceptance rate, Hood College is accessibleadmits a majority of applicants. It enrolls roughly 1,194 undergraduates (small city setting) in Frederick, MD. Solid grades, a sensible test plan, and thoughtful essays go a long way here.

What it takes to get in

  • Testing policy: Test required. Confirm on the school's site, since policies shift each cycle.
  • Essays: at Hood College's selectivity, the application essays are often what separates similar applicants. Make them specific and authentically yours.

Cost

Published tuition is about $47,700 per year before aid. Many students pay less after financial aid — check the school's net price calculator.

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Hood College admissions FAQ

What is Hood College's acceptance rate?
Hood College's acceptance rate is 77.8%, which makes it accessible — admits a majority of applicants.
Is Hood College test-optional?
Hood College's current testing policy is: Test required. Always confirm on the school's admissions site, as policies change by cycle.

Sources & official links

Figures are the most recent available from Common Data Set, IPEDS, and public reports, and are approximate. Always confirm details on Hood College’s official admissions site.