Holy Family University

Holy Family University is not difficult to get into. Around 71% of applicants get into Holy Family University each year. Out of 1,429 applications received in 2023, 1,011 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Holy Family University, the fee for the application is $25.

Holy Family University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Holy Family University's admissions stats.

Holy Family University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.1
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	9%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	95%
Waitlist	No

Holy Family University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Holy Family University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to Holy Family University?

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Holy Family University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to Holy Family University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Holy Family University

Holy Family University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Holy Family University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Holy Family University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Holy Family University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with Holy Family University for more information on admission factors.

Holy Family University Application Requirements

To apply to Holy Family University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Holy Family University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Holy Family University?

Students admitted to Holy Family University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

Out of all students that were admitted, 60% submitted a class rank. At Holy Family University 9% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 29% were in the top 25% and 58% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Holy Family University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Holy Family University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Holy Family University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2018, 95% of Holy Family University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application.

More Information on Transferring to Holy Family University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Holy Family University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Holy Family University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Holy Family University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Holy Family University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Holy Family University.

Does Holy Family University accept transfer credits?

✅ Holy Family University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Holy Family University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Holy Family University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Holy Family University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Holy Family University?

❌ No, Holy Family University is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Holy Family University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Holy Family University is 71%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Holy Family University?

❌ Holy Family University does not offer early decision.

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