College comparison

Elmhurst University vs Hanover College

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL	Hanover College Hanover, IN
Acceptance rateElmhurst University is more selective	74%	84%
SAT (25–75)	990–1260	1110–1280
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	3,006	1,031
Avg net price	$24,185	$21,829
Median earnings (10 yr)Elmhurst University reports higher median earnings	$61,462	$53,957
Graduation rate	70%	67%
Median debt	$20,489	$25,250
Economic mobility	—	0.4%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Elmhurst University or Hanover College harder to get into?

Elmhurst University is more selective: Elmhurst University's acceptance rate is approximately 74% and Hanover College's is approximately 84% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Elmhurst University vs Hanover College?

The middle-50% SAT range is 990–1260 at Elmhurst University and 1110–1280 at Hanover College. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.