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Holy Family University, commonly referred to as HF, is a Roman Catholic, coeducational, four-year, private university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It was established in the year 1954 by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. The university operates several campuses located in Northeast and South Philadelphia, Newtown, and Woodhaven. HF grants various graduate and undergraduate degrees in liberal arts and professional programs. The university is a network of the following schools and colleges:
HF’s campus is home to a wide variety of sports teams and events. The college is member of the NJCAA and participates in several games including men’s and women’s basketball, cross-country, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. Their sports teams are nicknamed the Tigers.
Holy Family University is in Philadelphia, PA. Philadelphia is a large city. The school is classified as a Roman Catholic college. Holy Family University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Holy Family University include education and teaching.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Holy Family University scored at least 510 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 420 to 510 in 2007-2008.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 3,487 students study at Holy Family University (in 2007-2008). The school is a largely female school.
Students at Holy Family University can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Holy Family University
9801 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19114-2009
General Phone: (215) 637-7700
http://www.holyfamily.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 385 | elementary school teaching, reading teaching, special ed, teacher education, secondary teaching, education, educational administration, school counseling, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 153 | registered nursing, various nursing, nursing administration |
| Business and Management | 132 | business management, human resources, MIS, accounting, finance, international business |
| Therapy and Counseling | 34 | psychology, counseling psychology, psychology courses, organizational psychology |
| Medical Support and Technology | 25 | radiographer, clinical lab tech |
| Liberal Arts | 22 | humanities, sociology, history, English, French language, Spanish language, economics |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 20 | criminal justice and safety, fire services administration |
| Media | 12 | mass communication |
| Science | 7 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Fine Arts | 1 | fine arts |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 1 | sports and fitness management |
| Religion and Philosophy | 1 | religion |
| Family and Social Work | 0 | social work |
Number of programs and degrees for Holy Family University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 401 | 36 |
| Master's degree | 376 | 15 |
| Associate's degree | 22 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Holy Family University had a total enrollment of 3,487 students (2,555 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 29% |
| Women | 71% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 67% |
| Graduate | 33% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 14% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 84% |
| New Jersey | 10% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 61 % |
Holy Family University offers campus housing for 208 of its 2,555 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 15 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,307 | 935 | 72% | 406 | 43% |
| Men | 367 | 264 | 72% | 118 | 45% |
| Women | 940 | 671 | 71% | 288 | 43% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 510 |
| SAT Writing | 410 | 490 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 97% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 3% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,590 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,590 |
| Room and board | $ 9,400 |
| Room charge | $ 5,600 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 972 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,574 |
Financial Aid:
Holy Family University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 327500)
Holy Family University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 1 | 3 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 33 | 61 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 9 | $82,333 | 14 | $79,308 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $63,637 | 16 | $65,876 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 14 | $60,761 | 18 | $54,922 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $59,193 | 16 | $51,793 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 34 | $66,879 | 64 | $62,212 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 41 | 73 | 114 |
| Basketball | 12 | 13 | 25 |
| Track | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| All Other Sports | 23 | 55 | 78 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Holy Family University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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