Holy Family University

What is the accreditation of Holy Family University?

Holy Family University holds institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Institutional accreditation applies to the university as a whole; it is distinct from approval or accreditation granted to an individual professional program.

This distinction matters particularly in nursing, education, and other fields tied to licensure. Students should confirm that their specific program has any required professional accreditation or state approval and meets the rules of the state where they intend to practice. Institutional accreditation is also relevant to eligibility for federal student aid, but it does not mean another college must accept every transfer credit or that a graduate automatically qualifies for a professional license.

What are the admission requirements at Holy Family University?

First-year applicants to Holy Family University generally need an application and a record of secondary-school study showing high school completion or an equivalent credential. Admissions reporting identifies the secondary-school transcript and GPA as required parts of the review; class rank and recommendations may be considered but are not required.

SAT and ACT scores are considered when submitted but are not required under the reported admissions criteria. Among enrolled first-time students, only a small minority submitted either test, so published scores describe test submitters rather than the entire entering class. The reported first-year admission rate was about 71%, which describes a past applicant pool, not an individual applicant's likelihood of admission.

Applicants educated in another language should check the university's current English-proficiency rules; institutional reporting identifies TOEFL as a requirement for applicants to whom that rule applies. Nursing and other specialized programs may also have prerequisites or separate progression standards. Applicants should check the current admissions instructions for their intended term and program before deciding whether to submit optional materials.

What are the application fees and waivers at Holy Family University?

Applicants should check the fee displayed in Holy Family University's current application before submitting it. Application charges and waivers can differ by applicant category or application route, and an application fee is separate from any enrollment deposit.

A student who may qualify for a need-based or other fee waiver should ask admissions how to request it before paying or submitting an application that requires payment. Transfer, graduate, and program-specific applications may follow different procedures from the first-year undergraduate application.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Holy Family University?

Prospective students interested in ROTC should verify a current participation arrangement with both Holy Family University and the ROTC unit they hope to join. Participation through a nearby host institution, if available, is different from having a unit based on Holy Family's campus; applicants should not assume that one branch's arrangement applies to Army, Air Force, and Navy ROTC alike.

ROTC participation may involve a separate application, a course and training schedule, medical and eligibility standards, and - in the case of certain scholarships or commissioning paths - a military service obligation. Before enrolling, students should confirm whether ROTC classes fit their degree plan and whether any scholarship can be applied to Holy Family's charges.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Holy Family University?

Holy Family University admits transfer applicants and generally considers coursework from other accredited institutions for transfer credit. Reported entry options include fall, spring, and summer terms. Admission as a transfer student and acceptance of particular courses toward a degree are separate decisions.

Applicants should expect to provide official transcripts from colleges attended and check whether their circumstances or intended program call for a high school record. Holy Family also reports accepting credit through AP, CLEP, DSST/DANTES, and certain American Council on Education recommendations, subject to its evaluation and degree rules.

A practical step is to request a program-specific credit evaluation, not just a count of accepted credits. A course may transfer as elective credit without satisfying a major requirement, and programs with sequenced courses or clinical placements may have additional limits. Transfer students should also confirm the minimum number of credits they must complete at Holy Family to earn its degree.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Holy Family University?

Students considering international study should establish which study-abroad options Holy Family University currently approves for their degree. A short faculty-led course, a semester with a partner, and an independently chosen third-party program can have different application, credit, and financial-aid rules.

Before committing to a program, students should obtain written academic approval showing how its courses would satisfy Holy Family requirements. Nursing, education, and other majors with tightly sequenced courses may have less scheduling flexibility. Students using aid should also ask the financial aid office how the program's enrollment status and charges affect their awards.