Why
Hastings College?

Our top-tier education comes from outstanding faculty who love to teach and support students just like you.

The world has changed and so have we.

We’ve aligned what we do with advice from CEOs, leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs and others who advise, hire and work with students and graduates.

What Students Say

“Having people support me and tell me that I was worth it, that I could do something really amazing, it’s changed my life.”

“The community here was unlike anything else that I experienced. At Hastings you really get that opportunity to do and be a part of everything, or as much as you want.”

“I really like the block schedule because it gives us more time to learn and do hands-on activities. We can go into more detail, ask more questions and get to know classmates better.”

“Hastings College has a really unique mission in that they're not just trying to get you out in four years. They're trying to make you a workforce ready, professional on day one after college.”

“I realized how much less stress I have only having to focus on two classes at a time.”

“On my first visit and observing professors asking students how they were doing and making jokes and the students just being so close. It was somewhere I wanted to be.”

“Everyone here wants you to succeed, and they are going to do what they can to support you to help you get where you want to go.”

“I really like the block schedule because it gives us more time to learn and do hands-on activities. We can go into more detail, ask more questions and get to know classmates better.”

Preparing you for life as a leader after Hastings College.

Your place matters.

We deliver a top-tier education through outstanding faculty who love to teach. It’s one of the best things about being intentionally small—from classes you’re in to a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. It’s who we are.

Faculty Insights

“We're rooting for you on every assignment, test or quiz. We want you to succeed!”

Dr. Amanda Solembiology professor

"The professors at HC are there because they care about being good teachers and mentors."

Bob Amyotpolitical science professor

“College might be intimidating. You might miss your family, your friends, your hometown, your routine, etc. But you will LOVE college if you give it a chance. I always tell students that college was where I found MY PEOPLE!”

Dr. Jessica Henrycommunications professor

“Visit with your professors. Before class, after class or stop by their office. We choose to teach at Hastings College because we want to work with and get to know our students. That is why this is a great place to be!”

Dr. Darci Karrteacher education professor

“Some of us eat at the same tables you do at lunch and some have even slept in the very same dorms you do. We get it. And more than anything we want to be your advocate, your mentor and your cheerleader.”

Rev. Doodle Harrischaplain

"YOU CAN DO THIS and you are not alone!"

Stephanie Furrerpsychology professor

What to expect at Hastings College

We’ve developed a four-year plan to help you discover your own path, grow your strengths and be ready for wherever life takes you.

Plan Your College Experience

Our first-year programming encourages you to explore all Hastings has to offer, build on what motivates you, connect to a support team and figure out life as a college student!

Your First Weeks

During your first weeks on campus, you’ll complete a MCode for Students assessment. It will reveal what motivates you and drives you to perform your best. It will help you:

Take charge of your education and academic journey.
Take advantage of everything campus has to offer.
Take ownership of your value, engagements and actions.
Take control of your career path and future.

Your First Semester

During your first semester you’ll discover all the ins and outs of college life — it’s an orientation packed with practical know-how, opportunities to grow as a person and activities designed to build a common experience.

It’s just the start of your first year and everything college should be.

Positioned for Success

Our four-year plan sends you out into the world in the most successful position possible.

Plan your college experience at Hastings College.

Block Schedule

We divided our semesters into blocks — so students take just two classes at a time. It’s improved the college experience for our students.

Deeper learning.
Greater Flexibility

At Hastings, you’ll take just two 4-credit classes at a time in focused 8-week blocks. That means you can really dig into your subjects, get to know your professors and keep stress low — no juggling five classes at once!

Deep Concentration, Less Stress

With fewer classes at once, you can master what you’re learning and remember it longer.

Stronger Connections

Smaller, daily classes mean more one-on-one time with professors and classmates. It’s a collaborative learning environment.

Connect & Catch Up

Wednesdays are different — no classes in the afternoon. Instead, we have Common Student Hour, when every professor is available and all offices are open. It’s your time to get help, ask questions or simply drop in.

Plus One Scholarships & Finding Your People

Most students come to Hastings wanting to be part of a group or team, whether that’s in athletics, the arts or other activities. It’s a great way to get a scholarship — and find “your people.”

We’re a campus of performers and love to recognize you for your talent and potential!

Art
Athletics
Media
Music
Service and Community Engagement
Speech (Forensics)
Spiritual/Faith
Sports Management Internship Program
Theatre

Plus One Scholarship

At Hastings, you’ll get a scholarship for doing something you already love because we love to recognize you for your talent and potential.

We call these “plus one” scholarships because we add them to your academic scholarship. Our academic scholarships are automatically awarded when you apply to Hastings — it couldn’t be easier!

Find Your People

Besides helping pay for school, by joining a group, you’ll connect with others and find friends you want to hang out with. They’ll be your biggest cheerleaders and support team — it’s what makes college so great.

We love to see students performing at their best — your place matters! In the classroom and whatever area you’re involved in, this is your time to shine.

WhyHastings College?