About HNU

Situated on 60 wooded acres high in the Oakland hills, our campus provides beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay and a close-knit, supportive environment that allows for intense learning and personal development. Holy Names University has been named a 2004 "Best Value: A Great School at a Great Price" by U.S. News & World Report. Ranked third among Western colleges and universities for diversity and twelfth in best value, HNU provides an atmosphere where perspectives are valued, shared, and shaped. In close partnership with our distinguished faculty, you will question, experiment, research, and sharpen the professional skills you will use the rest of your life. You will also have many chances to have fun, volunteer, assume leadership roles, and express your creativity.

One of the Finest Places on Earth

Holy Names University is located on 60 wooded acres in the Oakland hills. The unique location offers a breathtaking, panoramic view of Oakland, San Francisco and the Bay. Nestled among the hills, the campus provides a safe haven and an extremely beautiful study atmosphere. At the same time (BART) makes it easy to reach museums, sporting events, and world-class performing arts within minutes. Convenient day-long or weekend trips may be made to Yosemite National Park, the Sierra Gold Country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey Bay and Carmel, and to the Napa Valley and Sonoma County wineries. Parks surrounding the campus offer numerous opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, or bicycling.

The Bay Area's climate reflects its coastal location. The winter months are temperate, fall and spring offer sunny and clear days, and the summers provide foggy early mornings and sunny, breezy afternoons. Any time of year is perfect for work or leisure.

The Holy Names University setting, together with the Bay Area location delivers an experience that you will never forget!

Map and Directions

HNU is situated amidst 60 wooded acres in the Oakland hills with a breathtaking view of the San Francisco Bay Area. Two freeway exits from the upscale Montclair district, we’re ten minutes to Berkeley and less than twenty to San Francisco. You can’t find a better spot to take advantage of the restaurants, activities, shopping, and rich nightlife that the bay area is famous for.

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