Which verb form follows hope?

Often, an infinitive will follow "hope"

Other forms are possible.

Explanation:

Examples: I hope to attend college after I finish high school. (infinitive)

My parents hope to have good weather for their vacation. (infinitive)

Jon and Jen hope running will improve their endurance. (gerund)

You hope posting this question gets a good answer! (gerund)

Not to be confused with the verb form that follows "wish:" Subjunctive

I wish I were rich and famous.