Hislop College has defined the attributes that every student shall have on completion of a programme are:
| ATTRIBUTES | LIFE SKILLS |
| Domain knowledge | Possess a breadth and depth of disciplinary knowledge |
| Investigative | Ability to analyze and synthesize information from a variety of sources and media |
| Critical thinking | Ability to apply creative and innovative thinking to problem-solving |
| Resourceful and Responsible | Motivated, conscientious and capable of handling independent work |
| Effective Communication | Present ideas clearly and confidently with skills to negotiate with others |
| Ethical and Moral values | Driven by honesty, integrity and commitment with a capacity for empathy for fellow human beings |
| Reflective learning | Set aspirational goals for continuous personal and professional growth |