Admissions & Aid
By choosing HNU, you'll be part of a close-knit, welcoming community that will support you from admissions through graduation.
There's a spot just for you
Transfer
HNU is transfer-friendly! Join us and experience the opportunities a small, private university can provide.
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International
Our students come from Chile to Spain to Turkmenistan. And they all love life in "The Town." (Oakland.)
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Special Status Students
Special status students enroll in courses for personal enrichment or as a pre-requisite for a graduate program.
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Parents or Guardians of Current HNU Students
Take up to two free undergraduate courses at HNU. Learn more about our Parent Promise program.
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Families of Prospective and Current HNU Students
Check out upcoming deadlines and events at Holy Names University.
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We recognize your potential
There are lots of ways to earn financial aid
We are committed to making a quality education accessible to everyone. We offer scholarships and need-based aid that will help you pay for college.
Financial Aid Tuition & Fees100%
All of our full-time undergraduate students receive financial assistance from Holy Names.
Accepted Students
You've been accepted. Now What?
Congratulations, you're about to become a Hawk. To move forward, here's your roadmap.
A few quick figures
Some numbers worth noting
1014
Total Enrollment as of Fall 2021
38%
First-Generation College Students (HNU undergraduates)
8:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
About our home
We've been part of Oakland for over 150 years
Oakland is diverse, vibrant, artsy, and edgy. It’s exploding with things to do and see, from the hottest new restaurants and cutting-edge galleries to nature galore. And the people are down-to-earth and welcoming. We invite you to explore our dynamic hometown.
People of HNU
Get to know the HNU family
At HNU, we like to connect. Exchange ideas. Listen to each other. Our people are here to share their experiences.
Adamaka
Building Self-Esteem through STEM
Adamaka Ajaelo, MBA ’10 has learned to solve many life challenges by approaching them like she would a math problem: persistently and step-by-step.
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Aiden
Hawk drafted by the Oakland A’s
Making HNU Athletics history, Aiden McIntyre ’18 is the first player drafted by a Major League Baseball team.
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Father Salvatore
Ministering in the 21st Century
Father Salvatore Ragusa, SDS, co-director of campus ministry and chaplain for the University, fosters a sense of community at HNU through storytelling, meal sharing, and service opportunities.
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Leila
Lifting up Oakland's Next Generation
Leila Abu-hijleh '08, MA '15 believes that helping Oakland youth rise up and reach their potential is her life’s calling.
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Leo
A True Hawk
A Hawk through and through, Leo Gonzalez ’13, MBA ’16 is known on campus for his genuine smile and contagious energy.
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Lillian
SNJM Scholarship Recipient
Lillian Le is a recipient of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) Scholarship and working on fulfilling a family dream.
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Melody
Committed to Social Justice
Melody Hudson, MBA ‘12, founded The Equal Balance Movement to fight for equal pay for women.
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Muryam
The New Face of Science
Muryam Gourdet ‘14 is determined to change the face of science—and through her actions as a mentor and role model, researcher and academic, she is doing just that.
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Adamaka
Building Self-Esteem through STEM
Adamaka Ajaelo, MBA ’10 has learned to solve many life challenges by approaching them like she would a math problem: persistently and step-by-step.
Learn More
Aiden
Hawk drafted by the Oakland A’s
Making HNU Athletics history, Aiden McIntyre ’18 is the first player drafted by a Major League Baseball team.
Learn More
Father Salvatore
Ministering in the 21st Century
Father Salvatore Ragusa, SDS, co-director of campus ministry and chaplain for the University, fosters a sense of community at HNU through storytelling, meal sharing, and service opportunities.
Learn More
Leila
Lifting up Oakland's Next Generation
Leila Abu-hijleh '08, MA '15 believes that helping Oakland youth rise up and reach their potential is her life’s calling.
Learn More
Leo
A True Hawk
A Hawk through and through, Leo Gonzalez ’13, MBA ’16 is known on campus for his genuine smile and contagious energy.
Learn More
Lillian
SNJM Scholarship Recipient
Lillian Le is a recipient of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) Scholarship and working on fulfilling a family dream.
Learn More
Melody
Committed to Social Justice
Melody Hudson, MBA ‘12, founded The Equal Balance Movement to fight for equal pay for women.
Learn More
Muryam
The New Face of Science
Muryam Gourdet ‘14 is determined to change the face of science—and through her actions as a mentor and role model, researcher and academic, she is doing just that.
Learn More
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