Campus Identity
Hastings College is a small private nonprofit university in Hastings, NE. Approximately 891 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 72% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 45/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Hastings College is a small private nonprofit university in Hastings, NE. Approximately 891 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 72% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 45/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Hastings College is a under 1,000, small-town school with NAIA athletics and an active Greek scene. The campus is 141 miles from Mt. Crescent Ski Area.
Athletics
NAIA
GPAC
Greek Life
Active Organizations
Fraternities & sororities present
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Town setting
Weather
Cold Climate
44°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Hastings College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Crescent Ski Area, 141 miles away with 2 lifts and 50 skiable acres. All are within 224 miles of campus.
Missouri
South Dakota
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Hastings, NE
Hastings has a cool climate, with winters averaging 26°F in Jan and summers peaking around 77°F in Jul.
Station: HASTINGS MUNICIPAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Hastings College in NE earns a composite safety score of 45/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $37,770 |
| Fees | $1,780 |
| Room & Board | $12,050 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $51,600 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
46 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hastings College located?
Hastings College is located in Hastings, NE. The main campus address is 710 N Turner Ave, Hastings, NE. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Hastings College?
Hastings College has an acceptance rate of 72%, making it moderately selective. Out of 2,102 applicants, 1,506 were admitted in the most recent year. 891 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for Hastings College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Hastings College scored between 26 and 30 on the ACT, with a median of 28. About 4% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Hastings College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Hastings College charges $37,770/year in tuition. Including room and board ($12,050/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $33,590/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,452/year — what students actually pay. Use Hastings College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Hastings College have college sports?
Yes — Hastings College competes at the NAIA level in the GPAC. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is Hastings College the right fit for me?
Whether Hastings College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (72% admit rate), avg net price ($24,452/year after aid), campus culture in Hastings, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Hastings College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Hastings College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Hastings, NE
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's
- NCAA
- NAIA
- Conference
- GPAC
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 44°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 45/100
- Nearest Airport
- Grand Island, NE (GRI) · 26 mialso EAR (35 mi), OLU (80 mi)
Location
Hastings, NE