Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Oakland, California |
| Online | hnu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Holy Names University, situated in the Oakland Hills of California with views of San Francisco Bay, operates as a private Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary in 1868. The 60-acre campus features Spanish Mediterranean architecture and is located minutes from downtown Oakland. Originally established as the Convent of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, the institution became a college in 1908 and achieved university status in 1971. The university maintains small class sizes and offers undergraduate and graduate programs with particular emphasis in business, nursing, education, and music. Students can choose to reside in two residence halls on the hillside campus, which also features an NCAA Division II athletic program competing as the Hawks.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,152 |
| Other Fees | $536 |
| Room and Board | $14,274 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,051 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,592 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 32% |
| Psychology | 14% |
| Health Professions | 12% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=115728 IPEDS survey data for Holy Names University.
Current students may use the Holy Names University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025