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Hanover College

359 Lagrange Road, Hanover, IN 47243
Tel: (812)866-7000
Private not-for-profit | 1,123 students
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Hanover College is a private, coeducational liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Founded in 1827, Hanover is the oldest private college in Indiana. The College is located in southeastern Indiana on 650 acres overlooking the Ohio River. Hanover’s student body of 1,050 men and women from 36 states, including Alaska and Hawaii, and 18 countries.

School Overview:

Hanover College
CountyJefferson County, IN
Title IV EligibleParticipat
Carnegie ClassificationBaccalaureate Colleges--Liberal Arts
Institution LevelFour or more years
Institution ControlPrivate not-for-profit
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		95 staff115 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment1,123 students1,633 students
# Full-Time Students		1,116 students1,434 students
# Part-Time Students		7 students137 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		-1%
% Asian		2%2%
% Hawaiian		-1%
% Hispanic		3%3%
% Black		1%6%
% White		93%84%
% Two or more races		1%2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2012-13)		$30,268$24,462
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2012-13)		$30,268$24,744
 
Percent Admitted64%64%
SAT Reading (25-75%)500-620450-570
SAT Math (25-75%)490-600460-573
SAT Writing (25-75%)470-580440-570
ACT Composite (25-75%)22-2820-25

School Notes:

  • Founded in 1827, Hanover College is the oldest private college in Indiana. Hanover is located in southeastern Indiana, a scenic area of natural beauty.
  • The Bachelor of Arts degree is awarded in more than 30 areas of study, including Anthropology, Art History, Studio Art, Biochemistry, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Classical Studies (Greek & Latin), Communication, Computer Science, Economics, Education (Teacher Certification), English, Environmental Studies, Exercise Science, French, Geology, German, History, International Studies, Latin American Studies, Mathematics, Medieval-Renaissance Studies, Music, Philosophy, Physics (Including Astronomy), Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Theatre, and Theological Studies. Pre-Professional Programs includes Medicine, Law, Dentistry and Veterinary.
  • Hanover College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
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