About the University
Hamline University is the top-ranked university in Minnesota in its class according to U.S. News & World Report, and the only Minnesota school in its class to be considered a "great school at a great price." Founded in 1854, Hamline is also Minnesota's first university, and among the first co-educational institutions in the nation.
Hamline University ranked first in Minnesota and ninth among 137 universities in the Midwest region and among the top schools nationally in the magazine’s Best Universities-Master’s category of 562 schools, based on criteria compiled by U.S News. Hamline has been ranked in the top nine in the Midwest since it was added to the Best Universities-Master’s category in 2001.
Creative and innovative teaching and learning attract a diverse student body of nearly 4,900 undergraduate and graduate students to Hamline University.
Church Relations
Hamline University's Office of Church Relations serves as a bridge between the university and the United Methodist Church. In representing the church to the university, the staff serves to keep in focus the ethics and values of the United Methodist tradition as they relate to academic endeavors. When representing the university to the church, the staff promotes support for and understanding of the work of the university, its faculty, students, and staff.
Hamline University's Office of Church Relations serves as a bridge between the university and the United Methodist Church. In representing the church to the university, the staff serves to keep in focus the ethics and values of the United Methodist tradition as they relate to academic endeavors. When representing the university to the church, the staff promotes support for and understanding of the work of the university, its faculty, students, and staff.
Scholarship Information
All scholarships listed are awarded based on merit, not need. There are two types of scholarships: Academic Scholarships and Additional Scholarships. Students may receive one academic and one or more additional scholarships, not to exceed total tuition.
Academic School Scholarships for First Year Students
Hamline Trustee Scholarships*
3.26/4.0 cumulative average $6,500
3.26/4.0 cumulative average $6,500
3.26/4.0 cumulative average and a 23 ACT (composite) or 1060 SAT (critical reading and math) $7,500
Hamline Founders Scholarships* up to $10,000 Hamline Honors Scholarships* up to $12,000
Official Website
http://www.hamline.edu/












