Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
78.13%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Hood College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 78.13%. This means approximately 781 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,202 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
78.13%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $45,870 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $45,870 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $59,174 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $23,707 | State avg: $16,580. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 36.27% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.73% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Hood College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$45,870
Room and board
$14,250
Books and supplies
$1,430
Other expenses
$3,592
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$59,174
Average net price
$23,707
Average aid coverage
60%
$35,467 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Hood College pays approximately $23,707 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Maryland average of $16,580 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Hood College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Maryland and national averages.
Hood College net price
$23,707
Maryland average
$16,580
National average
$17,506
Hood College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $45,870 and average net price at $23,707. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$45,870
Current net price
$23,707
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
55.29%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$57,089
Undergraduates
1,202
10-Year Median Earnings - Hood College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Hood College graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Hood College?
Undergraduates
1,202
Completion rate
55.29%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
36.27%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.73%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 36.27% of Hood College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.73% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Hood College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Hood College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Hood College lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Hood College is listed at 401 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, MD 21701. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Hood College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hood College | 78.13% | $45,870 | $23,707 | $57,089 |
| University of Maryland Baltimore | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,174 |
| Johns Hopkins University | 7.56% | $63,340 | $18,161 | $87,555 |
| Capitol Technology University | 77.94% | $27,318 | $24,678 | $85,035 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | 44.84% | $40,306 | $15,590 | $82,860 |
Similar Schools in Frederick
This local cluster focuses on nearby Frederick schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Frederick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hood College's acceptance rate?
Hood College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 78.13%.
How much is Hood College tuition?
Hood College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $45,870.
What is Hood College's average net price?
Hood College's average net price in the local dataset is $23,707.
What does Hood College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $15,019 for Hood College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Hood College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $57,089 for Hood College.
Is Hood College accredited?
Hood College's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Hood College?
The local dataset lists 1,202 undergraduate students at Hood College.
What percentage of Hood College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Hood College in the local dataset is 36.27%.
What is the federal loan rate at Hood College?
The federal loan rate for Hood College in the local dataset is 63.73%.
Where should I verify Hood College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Hood College or the latest official federal education data.