Holy Family University Viewbook, 2016-17

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Greater than you thought possible.

Thanks for thinking about us. As you contemplate your college choices, the first step is determining your own needs and interests. We imagine things like the quality of academic programs and the opportunity for an active student life are among them. How about a successful athletic program or a focus on serving the community? Or maybe a supportive environment where everyone knows your name? If these ring true for you, then it only makes sense that you’d take a closer look at Holy Family University.

Well-rounded and goal-oriented. At Holy Family University, your education is focused on professional development and access to tools that can jump-start your career. Pursue your degree with us—you’ll be surprised how much time you spend outside of the classroom, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Additionally, enjoy a vibrant campus with an incredibly active student life, one that might surprise you, whether you choose to live here or commute.

Education with a mission. A special part of joining our family is the importance placed on

actively serving the community. Whether supporting well-known non-profit organizations, volunteering locally, or participating in a day of service—you’ll be invited to join our tradition of helping others. It’s just another notable aspect of getting your education at Holy Family University.

Quality and value. Know what it’s like to be at a MONEY ® Magazine Value All-Star. We’ve been ranked for three straight years as a university that adds the most value.* Get a private university education at one of the lowest net costs possible in the region. Learn from accomplished and supportive faculty who are deeply invested in your well-being and success after graduation.

Your future begins today. You’re a person who wants not only to go far professionally, but also to be a part of something bigger on the way there.

At Holy Family University, you’ll be joining a close-knit community— one predicated on the belief that each student is an important member of our family. Inspire us with your achievements and get set to make your contribution. * MONEY ® 2014-2016

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We’re here to help you shine.

University education with personalized attention.

If you like the idea of attending a school where everyone knows your name, you owe it to yourself to take an even closer look at Holy Family University.

While many schools, including ours, can claim small student to faculty ratios, far fewer can boast the true merits of a close-knit family environment. Just ask our students.

Supportive faculty. Here, family truly is our middle name. At Holy Family University, you’ll be mentored by engaged and engaging faculty—230+ respected experts—who have the time and commitment to care about your future. You’ll be encouraged, inspired,

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and required to participate in a team setting that mirrors the realities of true work life in today’s fastpaced, innovative global community. You might also choose to travel with some of these professors in one of our various study abroad programs.

Four highly ranked schools. Choose from more than 40 majors that can lead you anywhere you can imagine. Whether in the School of Arts & Sciences, the School of Business Administration, the School of Education, or the School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions, our students thrive in an environment that’s challenging, demanding, and rewarding, with more than 460 courses running this fall alone!

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Academic excellence. Since 1954, Holy Family University has provided students an education focused on professional development—built upon a foundation of humanities, philosophy, religious studies, and the social and natural sciences.

Our objective is to foster the growth of well-rounded world citizens. So whether you’ve dreamed of being a teacher, scientist, entrepreneur, nurse, artist, or attorney—you’ll be ready to step into a career with a future. In fact, MONEY ® reports our graduates earn an average of $12,150 more than graduates of peer institutions; NPR included us in their top 50 “Schools That Emphasize Upward Mobility”; and The Chronicle of Higher Education named us in their top 10 schools in the nation for Best Salary Outcomes. * MONEY ® 2014 * National Public Radio (NPR), September 2015 * The Chronicle of Education, August 2016

Family Facts • More than 460 powerful courses running in Fall 2016, across more than 40 majors, in the four schools: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Education, and Nursing and Allied Health Professions.

• 5- and 6-year Bachelor/Master’s Degree options available.

• Enrollment: 2,712 total (2,045 undergraduate, 667 graduate).

• 230+ engaging and accomplished faculty who know you by name.

• 12:1 student to faculty ratio.

• Graduates who earn an average of $12,150 more than graduates of peer institutions.

“ I wanted small, individualized education, and I found exactly that at Holy Family University.”

Meagan, Junior

School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions

School of Education

School of Business Administration

School of Arts & Sciences

Your road to success can be surprisingly affordable.

Get your money’s worth. Continuing your education involves commitment—from both you and the institution you choose. So as you explore your options, consider not just tuition price but also the overall value you’ll receive.

In fact, for three straight years, 2014–2016, MONEY ® named Holy Family University to its Added Value All-Star ranking.

Lowest net cost. What’s more, since our beginning, we’ve been steadfast in our commitment to making a college education affordable. So not only have we achieved “value” rankings, but we also offer the lowest net cost option of any private university in

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Philadelphia and one of the lowest net cost options in the entire region.** Financing your education. Pursuing a higher education is an investment in your future and your family’s future. It involves dedication and hard work as well as an understanding of the true costs of attending college and attaining your degree. Be sure to understand the final amount you’ll be paying after significant scholarships and financial aid are applied to your award package.

Financial Aid. We encourage you and your parents to speak with our Financial Aid office to learn about

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the different types of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, loan programs, and employment programs. We’re here to be a helpful partner in making a university education possible. Ninety-nine percent of our new full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance. You are also invited to attend our annual financial aid workshop where you can learn more about what is available, how to apply, and get answers to other important questions you may have. * MONEY ® 2014-2016

** National Center for Education Statistics 2013

Family Facts •A MONEY® Magazine Added Value All-Star for three straight years.* • Lowest net cost private university in Philadelphia.** • 2016-2017 Tuition and Fees $29,750.

Room $7,140. Board $5,806.

• 99% of our new full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.

• Estimate your financial aid options using the net price calculator at holyfamily.edu/calculator • Holy Family University FAFSA code – 003275

“ Holy Family University gives their students as much financial help as possible to make their college experience less stressful.”

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Careers run in our family.

Focused on you and your future. As a member of our family, not only will you be mentored by encouraging faculty who will help you prepare for your chosen profession—but you’ll also have access to tremendous career preparatory programs that go well beyond just achieving a notable university degree.

Co-op programs and internship opportunities.

Each of our undergraduate students has the opportunity to engage in field experience, whether through clinical assignment and student teaching or through internship and co-op. Our Cooperative Education department proudly places 100% of

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students who meet the co-op/internship program requirements. The result — our students have practical, hands-on experience in the field that they are entering upon graduation.

Careers Center services. The Careers Center staff is dedicated to helping you excel beyond graduation.

Students have access to various programs that provide assistance and help you to determine your best profession, develop a strong resume, interview effectively, and improve your networking skills both in person and on social media. The Career Center also hosts on-campus career fairs every fall and spring. Plus, alumni have access to this robust career center for life.

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Family Facts • Structured and supervised learning experiences at international, national, and local organizations that qualify for college credits.

• 100% co-op/internship placement of students who meet prerequisites.

• Careers Center services—available to Holy Family University Alumni for life.

Over 1,000 employers have participated in our Co-op Program. Here a just a few: • American Red Cross • CBS 3 • Environmental Protection Agency • Lockheed Martin • Morgan Stanley Funds • Philadelphia Phillies • Walt Disney World

“ I like the way the professors teach, as well as the learning outside the classroom.”

Juwan, Senior

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Building character through experience.

Student life. Make the most of it. Your college experience is about more than just the academics.

It’s about expanding your horizons, making friends, and having fun. At Holy Family University, you’ll find a host of opportunities befitting of our diverse student population—all worthwhile things to do that help assure some of the best times of your life.

A wide variety of activities. Whether you’re interested in joining an organization like student government or the drama club, taking part in one of our many club sports, or simply joining occasional campus activities like blacklight dodge

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ball or a whitewater rafting trip, we’ve got something for you. You can also consider traveling abroad to places like Italy, Finland, or Morocco. On board for this year? Cuba!

A thriving campus environment. We offer facilities and services designed to enhance your campus experience. Take advantage of a state-of-the-art fitness center and weight room.

Enjoy the Tiger Café. Shop in the bookstore.

Hang out with friends at the Campus Center.

And, of course, take advantage of extensive library services and the modern technology center, all designed to enrich your academic journey.

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Residence life. Countless opportunities.

Choosing to live in residence is an ideal environment for gaining the adaptive skills that prepare you to succeed in an ever-changing world. It’s also a great way to bridge the experience of moving out of your family home, while learning how to work with others.

Get the most from your campus years. Choose from traditional or suite-style dorms or independent on-campus apartments.

Be a Tiger. Year after year, our men’s and women’s athletic teams—all 14 of them—rank highly in prominent college tournaments including the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Central Athletic Collegiate Conference (CACC). Whether you are a student athlete or just want to support your college team, get ready to score across the board.

Family Facts • Residence halls offer traditional and suite-style dorms, as well as independent apartments.

• Join in on the fun, whether you live on campus or choose to commute.

• Be a part of more than 23 student clubs and organizations.

• Campus activities include whitewater rafting trips, snow tubing, and blacklight dodge ball.

• Exciting travel abroad opportunities to places like Morocco, Finland, Italy, and Cuba.

• We are the Tigers. Fourteen NCAA Division II men’s and women’s teams, plus club sports.

“ I chose Holy Family University when I came to visit. I just loved the college atmosphere and the University feeling.”

Taurai, Junior

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Your plan is to make a difference.

Finding value in serving others. The desire to serve human needs is a virtue our students possess.

And life at Holy Family University is about gaining a higher education—one that excites, enriches, and empowers you to make a difference in this world.

It’s about becoming a competent professional and a responsible citizen. It’s about improving your spirit and discovering your true purpose in life.

the oneness of the human family. A pillar of our beliefs is service. The University motto, teneor votis (“I am bound by my responsibilities”), is therefore incorporated into curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular programs, and as a member of our campus community, you’ll have various opportunities to get involved in supporting both campus and local community organizations.

Service is part of our mission. As a Catholic university, Holy Family seeks direction and inspiration from the life and teaching of Jesus Christ, affirms the values of the Judeo-Christian tradition, and witnesses to the dignity of each person and

Students At Your Service. This is both the name of a student organization (SAYS) and a powerful action to embrace when you attend Holy Family University. Join SAYS to volunteer your time and share your gifts with community schools, hospitals,

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agencies, or the on-campus community. Become a member of campus ministry. Grow in faith and further explore your spiritual side. Or get involved in 1 of only 4 official chapters of Habitat for Humanity in the Philadelphia region to help build vital housing for the disadvantaged. No matter what you choose, you have the potential to do something great for others—and that has a way of doing great things for you.

Family Facts • Participate in a service activity— Nearly 100% of first-year students do.

Join SAYS (Students At Your Service) • and help campus and local community organizations.

• Get involved in 1 of only 4 official chapters of Habitat for Humanity in the region.

“The high NCLEX passing rate, the real-life clinical simulation labs, and resourceful faculty showed me that HFU nursing students were geared toward success.”

Kathleen, Junior

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Brotherly love and opportunity.

Philadelphia connections. The city of Philadelphia is often rated as one of the best places to be a student in the USA. As the second largest city on the East Coast, it’s a major hub that hosts a Stock Exchange, the headquarters of many global firms, more than 161 hospitals, and access to more than 400 elementary, middle, and high schools throughout the region. Such a backyard provides opportunities for internships, co-op working experiences, clinical and student teaching placements—and employment after graduation.

An area rich in history, culture, and fun. Life at Holy Family University provides the benefit of

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a quiet college campus with access to one of the world’s liveliest cities, all ready to be explored. The neighborhoods of “Philly” are famous for history, commerce, sports, cheesesteaks, fine dining, nightlife, theatre, and art. There’s even an annual Campus Philly CollegeFest. Plus, the outlying counties of Greater Philadelphia are also a cultural and entertainment delight packed with numerous options for students of all tastes and moods.

Easy to get to and close to so many. Along the I-95 corridor, Philadelphia is a 1.5 hour train ride to New York City and only 2 hours from Washington DC by train, making it extremely accessible for so

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many of our families. It’s home to an international airport. Our Northeast campus sits 20 minutes from Center City, only 10 minutes from the suburbs, and is conveniently situated near both SEPTA’s R7 regional Torresdale train station and Route 66 & 84 buses.

Our other two locations, one at Newtown and the other in Bensalem, have their own class schedules and are also easily accessed by public transportation or by car. We also offer a daily shuttle between our Bensalem and Main Philadelphia campus.

Family Facts • Study in a city that’s rich in history and offers distinctive cultural traditions.

• Take in a game with one of our five major sports teams.

• Gain access to internships, co-op working experiences, clinical and student teaching placements—and employment after graduation.

• Philadelphia – the fifth largest city in the United States and the second largest city on the East Coast.

“ As a student leader, I’ve learned how to truly lead and to follow.

I’ve learned how to work with people, how to compromise, and how to think outside of the box.

It truly prepares me for the career I’m interested in pursuing.”

Ryan, Senior

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Let’s get started.

What’s next? Convinced Holy Family University might be right for you? Stay on track with your grades and involve yourself in activities outside the classroom. Make a list of qualities that you want in your college experience so you can be sure to explore their potential when you visit campus.

Be mindful of our student requirements, and then plan high school classes that will help you fulfill them. Take the PSAT, and the SAT, and/or ACT. And be sure to encourage your parents to attend our annual financial aid workshop.

Want to know more? Our admissions counselors are here for the specific purpose of helping you

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gain answers and further your goals. Give them a call now or check out our website to find out when they’ll be in your area. You can also ask to speak with a student ambassador and gain “an inside” perspective.

Many ways to visit. Just be sure you do.

There’s also nothing like a visit to campus to “know for sure” if the University is right for you.

Meet students. Have a one-on-one meeting with faculty. You can also attend an athletic event or eat at the Tiger Café. Most importantly, schedule your personalized visit today. Simply sign up on our website or give us a call. You can also join us

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during open houses and visit days, as well as other campus events throughout the year.

Apply today. Success awaits. Join our family.

Studies have repeatedly shown that education is the single most powerful way of increasing opportunities and lifetime earning potential. Start by filling out an application today. You can always save your application in progress and return to it at any time.

There’s unlimited potential within you.

We’re here to help it shine.

Join our Family • Schedule your visit to campus today.

Talk with an admissions counselor.

• • Explore our website at holyfamily.edu • Request more information.

• Attend our annual financial aid workshop.

• Apply online, and apply early so we can notify you of possible scholarship awards.

Contact us at 215-637-3050 or • admissions@holyfamily.edu

“ Holy Family University saw my potential before I ever saw it.”

Jennises, Junior holyfamily.edu

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School of Arts and Sciences

School of Business Administration

Art Graphic Design Pre-Art Therapy Studio Art Teacher Certification (K–12) Communications Media Studies Public Relations Humanities English Literature English/Secondary Education Certification History History/Social Studies/Secondary Education Certification Interdisciplinary Humanities Religious Studies Natural Sciences and Mathematics Biochemistry Biology Biology/Pre-Medicine Biology/Pre-Physical Therapy Biology/Secondary Education Certification Mathematics Mathematics/Secondary Education Certification Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Social and Behavioral Sciences Criminal Justice Neuroscience Psychology Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Art Therapy Pre-Medicine Pre-Physical Therapy 5-year Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice 6-year Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology

Accounting Business Intelligence Fire Science and Public Safety Administration* Management - Marketing Sport Marketing - Management 5-year Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Business Administration

School of Education Early Childhood PK–4 Early Childhood PK–4/Special Education PK–8 Middle Level 4–8 Language Arts/Reading Mathematics Mathematics and Language Arts/Reading Mathematics and Social Studies Mathematics and Science Science Science and Language Arts/Reading Science and Social Studies Social Studies Secondary Education Art (K–12) Biology (7–12) English (7–12) History/Social Studies (7–12) Mathematics (7–12)

School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions Bachelor of Science in Nursing Radiologic Science (ASRS) * Transfer Students Only

Holy Family University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability. This policy extends to all educational, employment, and service programs at the University and complies with applicable federal laws. For information regarding compliance matters, the University’s ADA/Section 504 and Title IX Compliance Officer may be reached at the Human Resources Department, Holy Family Hall Room 209, 267-341-3479.

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