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Holy Names University

3500 Mountain Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00118300
  • President: Dr. William Hynes
  • Fax: (510) 436-1199
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 1,164

Holy Names University

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

    - State Approved for Certification

  • ROTC

    • - Army

Religious Affiliation

  • Roman Catholic

Website:

www.hnu.edu

Mission Statement

Holy Names University, an academic community committed to the full development of each student, offers a liberal education rooted in the Catholic tradition, empowering a diverse student body for leadership and service in a diverse world.

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Accreditation

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Other Dominant Fields)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Majority Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Holy Names University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biology Degree-2-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Business Administration Degree-2220
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Finance Degree---
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Human Resources Degree---
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International Business Degree---
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Marketing Degree-6-
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Corporate Communications Degree-5-
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Communications and Journalism

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Communications Degree---
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Digital Communication and Media Degree-2-
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Software and Media Applications, Other Degree---
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Education

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Education Degree--2
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Education, Teaching Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities Degree5-16
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Elementary Education Degree2--
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Music Teacher Education Degree2--
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Secondary Education Degree2--
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Special Education Teaching Degree3-2
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Teaching English As Second Language Instructor Degree---
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Urban Education and Leadership Degree--5
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English Language and Literature

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Creative Writing Degree--5
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English Language and Literature Degree-3-
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Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies

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Latin American Studies Degree-1-
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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Spanish Language and Literature Degree---
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Family Practice Nurse Degree1--
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Nursing Degree-14-
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Nursing Administration Degree---
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Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other, Other Degree14--
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Pre-Nursing Studies Degree---
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Public Health, Community Nurse Degree---
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History

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History Degree-2-
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Interdisciplinary Studies

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Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree---
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Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution Degree---
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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General Studies Degree-7-
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Liberal Arts Degree-5-
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Humanistic Studies Degree---
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Philosophy Degree-2-
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Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other Degree2-8
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Religious Studies Degree---
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Psychology

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Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other, Other Degree---
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Counseling Psychology Degree---
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Forensic Psychology Degree--16
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Physiological Psychology, Psychobiology Degree---
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Psychology Degree-15-
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Human Services Degree-1-
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Recreation and Fitness Studies

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Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree-2-
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Social Sciences

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Criminology Degree-3-
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International Relations and Affairs Degree-3-
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Political Science Degree---
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Sociology Degree-4-
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Theology and Religious Vocations

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Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other Degree5--
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Pastoral Studies, Counseling Degree-316
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Music Degree-1-
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Music Pedagogy Degree--2
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Music Performance Degree--21
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Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Reviewed on: March 07, 2012 Flag Review
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  • I feel like for the money I am paying to go here, they could definitely improve the dorms and some other facilities. I also feel some of the staff could be more helpful, and they should offer more financial aid. The education is decent though and the teachers seem to know their stuff, just feel like there is nothing special about it. Get your degree and be done.

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Holy Names University accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Holy Names University.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.hnu.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Holy Names University admissions office phone number is (510) 436-1351. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.hnu.edu

Admissions Links

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Recommended
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants215454669
Number Granted Admission (%)136 (63%)292 (64%)428 (64%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)52 (38%)74 (25%)126 (29%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam10080%
ACT ® Exam4334%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading410500
SAT ® Math420500
SAT ® Writing400510

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite1721
ACT ® English--
ACT ® Math--

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 1,164

    • - Undergraduate: 710

    - Graduate: 454

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 275

    - Female: 860

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 183

    - Female: 510

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.4 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 92

    - Female: 350

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 635

    - Part-Time: 500

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 536

    - Part-Time: 157

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 99

    - Part-Time: 343

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien252%
American Indian60.5%
Black28524%
Asian12110%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander313%
Hispanic19617%
White24821%
Unknown20718%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18151%
Ages 18-1922019%
Ages 20-2116214%
Ages 22-2412211%
Ages 25-2914213%
Ages 30-3411110%
Ages 35-39767%
Ages 40-4913712%
Ages 50-6511110%
Age Over 65141%
Age Unknown252%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 70%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students39%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male21%
Female52%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien-
Black45%
Asian29%
Hispanic39%
White40%
Unknown50%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less29%
5 Years35%
6 Years39%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Holy Names University, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.hnu.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$20,681$23,688$18,227
$0 - $30,000$18,302$21,529$16,384
$30,000 - $48,000$17,729$19,031$14,972
$48,001 - $75,000$21,541$24,856$20,297
$75,001 - $110,000$22,587$27,132$18,159
More Than $110,000$26,824$24,954$21,494

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$30,390$28,690$27,340
In-State Tuition and Fees$30,390$28,690$27,340
Out of State Tuition and Fees$30,390$28,690$27,340
Books and Supplies$1,656$1,620$1,638

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$10,260$9,456$9,320
Other Expenses$3,096$2,979$3,042
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,863$10,980$10,872
Other Expenses$4,059$3,897$3,996
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,185$3,897$4,140

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$45,402$42,745$41,340
In-State$45,402$42,745$41,340
Out of State$45,402$42,745$41,340
Off Campus
In-District$46,968$45,187$43,846
In-State$46,968$45,187$43,846
Out of State$46,968$45,187$43,846
Off Campus with Family
In-District$36,231$34,351$33,118
In-State$36,231$34,351$33,118
Out of State$36,231$34,351$33,118

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Holy Names University financial aid office phone number is (510) 436-1327. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid11199%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid11199%$21,821
All Federal Grants6558%$5,295
Pell Grants6457%$4,850
Other Federal Grants3229%$1,055
State/Local Grants & Scholarships4944%$5,848
Institutional Grants & Scholarships11098%$16,286
All Student Loans10493%$7,079
Federal Student Loans10493%$6,179
Other Student Loans98%$10,401

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)8.5%5.0%3.1%
Number in Default24147
Number in Repayment281278221

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 439
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $5,370

On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

  • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $4,890
  • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 19

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Nearby Public Area
Drug Related--1

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Forcible Rape--1
Burglary71411
Vehicle Theft--1
Nearby Public Area
Forcible Rape1--
Aggravated Assault1--
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape--1
Burglary265

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Basketball Conference: California Pacific Conference
  • College Track & Field Conference: California Pacific Conference

Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Total Aid$1,424,621$702,139$722,482
Ratio (%)100%49%51%

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes1647985
Unduplicated Athletes1647985
Basketball341717
All Track Combined261313
Golf1010-
Soccer512823
Softball16-16
Volleyball271116

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$9,950$9,374
Assistant Coaches---

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches301416
Basketball743
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches532
All Track Combined321
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches11-
Golf22-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches11-
Soccer734
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches523
Softball5-5
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches4-4
Volleyball633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees285145140
Faculty Status18545140
Tenured Faculty1515-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service18545140
Primarily Instruction18545140
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial2222-
Other Professionals4343-
Technical and/or Paraprofessional3535-
Clerical And Secretarial2525-
Service and/or Maintenance88-

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$67,179 (43)$72,551 (15)$64,301 (28)
Professor$77,743 (12)$85,463 (5)$72,229 (7)
Associate Professor$70,531 (11)$73,826 (4)$68,648 (7)
Assistant Professor$60,108 (18)$60,942 (6)$59,691 (12)
Lecturer$49,000 (2)- (-)$49,000 (2)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$112,582 (2)- (-)$112,582 (2)
Professor$129,031 (1)- (-)$129,031 (1)
Assistant Professor$96,133 (1)- (-)$96,133 (1)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$68,287 (45)$72,551 (15)$66,155 (30)
Professor$79,884 (13)$85,463 (5)$76,397 (8)
Associate Professor$70,531 (11)$73,826 (4)$68,648 (7)
Assistant Professor$61,084 (19)$60,942 (6)$61,150 (13)
Lecturer$49,000 (2)- (-)$49,000 (2)
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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