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Holy Family University

Philadelphia, PA 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate71%

Holy Family University Academics

Holy Family University requires at least 120 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Holy Family University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Holy Family University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 55% of students who start college at Holy Family University graduate within six years.

Holy Family University true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Holy Family University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Holy Family University?

Holy Family University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Holy Family University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Holy Family University

When choosing a major, Holy Family University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Holy Family University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major. Holy Family University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Family University


Does Holy Family University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Holy Family University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Holy Family University Have An Online Program?

✅ Holy Family University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Holy Family University Give AP Credit?

✅ Holy Family University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Holy Family University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Holy Family University true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Holy Family University.

Does Holy Family University Require Internships?

🟨 Holy Family University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Holy Family University


Dual Degree Programs at Holy Family University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Holy Family University offers these dual degree programs:

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Holy Family University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Holy Family University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Holy Family University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

3,081

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

71%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$32,558

Out-of-State

$32,558

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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