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Holy Family University

Philadelphia, PA

Overview

  • Type
    4-year • Private
  • Campus Life
    Small • Urban
  • Average Per Year After Aid
    $12K
  • SAT Range
    930–1220
  • Graduation Rate
    56%

Holy Family University is a small, 4-year, private university. This coed college is located in a large city in an urban setting and is primarily a commuter campus. It offers certificate, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

From the Institution

Holy Family University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown, PA. Founded in 1954, the University is informed by its values-driven mission. Holy Family embraces diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming and accessible learning community for all. The University comprises four schools: Arts & Sciences, Business & Technology, Education, and Nursing & Health Sciences. Nestled in the heart of a historic residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia, and a bucolic setting in Bucks County, the University is just minutes from the excitement of Center City. Holy Family enrolls more than 3,600 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and was rated the 2023 Safest College in Philadelphia by Niche.com. Holy Family University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth.

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College Board Code
2297
Application Types Accepted
  • Common Application
  • Online through college's own website
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic Church
Fee Waiver Info
Available to all qualified students. Visit the college website for details.

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