Hiram College: what international applicants need

What are Hiram College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Hiram College admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Hiram College's acceptance rate?

93.5% for students who started in fall 2024: Hiram College admitted 1,634 of its 1,747 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Hiram College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Hiram College is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Hiram College's application fee for international students?

Hiram College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Hiram College accept?

Hiram College doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Hiram College require?

Hiram College doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Hiram College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Hiram College doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Hiram College have?

16 of Hiram College's 1,026 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Hiram College cost for international students?

Hiram College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $27,600, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $11,850. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $42,822 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Hiram College give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, Hiram College gave institutional scholarships or grants to 6 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source