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Holy Family University
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  • 4 Year
  • PHILADELPHIA, PA

Holy Family University

    Report Card

    grade B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade C+
    2. Value
      grade A
    3. Diversity
      grade B+
    4. Campus
      grade C+
    5. Athletics
      grade B minus
    6. Party Scene
      grade C
    7. Professors
      grade C
    8. Location
      grade B
    9. Dorms
      grade B
    10. Campus Food
      grade B
    11. Student Life
      grade C+
    12. Safety
      grade A

    About

    9801 FRANKFORD AVENUE
    PHILADELPHIA, PA 19114
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference

    From Holy Family University

    Thinking about your future? We are too!

    Holy Family University is a fully accredited Catholic, private, co-educational university with our main campus in Northeast Philadelphia with an additional location in Newtown (Bucks County), Pennsylvania.

    Founded in 1954 by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, Holy Family provides a holistic, values-centered education offering outstanding academic programs, and opportunities for hands-on learning, tailoring your coursework toward your career.

    Guided by expert faculty, while learning with fellow students who will become lifelong friends, you will receive a personalized, affordable, and job-ready education to prepare you for success in your field of study and in life.

    Holy Family University Rankings

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    78%
    SAT Range
    870-1080
    ACT Range
    18-21
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $15,234 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $21,957 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Scholarship

    Academics

    Professors
    grade C
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    11:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
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    Majors

    50 Years of Nursing at Holy Family

    academic spotlight

    During the 2023-24 academic year, Holy Family University will celebrate 50 Years of Excellence in Nursing Education. For five decades, Holy Family has educated generations of nurses in practice and leadership to advance compassionate care. Holy Family University nursing graduates are found in every major hospital and healthcare institution throughout our region and beyond.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      12%
    • On Campus
      0%
    • Online
      88%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,848 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    290
    Undergrads Over 25
    23%
    Pell Grant
    46%
    Varsity Athletes
    8%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    24%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $52,700 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    57%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
    National
    83%

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