C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
72/100 · earnings-weighted

Holy Family University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19114
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 60%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B
68/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,148
Total Enrollment
60%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
74%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Holy Family University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$62,235
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$55,285
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,125
Median debt at graduation
60.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,060
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
41.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 40% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 74th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Holy Family University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$83,363$95,869+8%#198 of 966#195$23,250
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions—$92,559+31%#32 of 253#33—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$49,870$81,021+19%#129 of 1176#110$26,974
Accounting and Related Services$47,059$76,379+0%#325 of 796#336$27,000
Biology$44,567$67,285+18%#140 of 841#104$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$33,496$56,861+3%#264 of 660#246$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$46,555$53,935+14%#119 of 680#112$27,000
Psychology$24,833$51,374+1%#436 of 1027#380$27,000
Communication and Media Studies—$47,047-17%#526 of 660#525—
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$31,518—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Holy Family University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $323,767
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,506/mo — vs ~$996/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19135 (5.7% cap, Philadelphia)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $32,768 $32,768
Room $8,960
Board $7,520
Total Cost (On-Campus) $50,924 $50,924

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 366 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 61 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 59 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 59 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 54 grads/yr Education, General 34 grads/yr Psychology, General 31 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 30 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 25 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 23 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 23 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 21 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 20 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 19 grads/yr Accounting 18 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 16 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 11 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism 10 grads/yr Computer Programming, Specific Applications 10 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Holy Family University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary
$104k/yr 333,300 jobs
Education administrators, postsecondary
$104k/yr 226,600 jobs
Education administrators, all other
$89k/yr 60,200 jobs
Education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare
$56k/yr 90,200 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,148
Total Students
73%
Women
78%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 14%
Black 14%
Asian 7%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 58%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Holy Family University?
Holy Family University has an acceptance rate of 74%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Holy Family University?
Tuition at Holy Family University is $32,768 for in-state students and $32,768 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Holy Family University?
The graduation rate at Holy Family University is 60%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Holy Family University a good school?
Holy Family University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Holy Family University?
Holy Family University has a total enrollment of 3,148 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology