Why Consider Holy Names University?

Reputation: We've provided more than 130 years of top-quality education; US News & World report ranks us as one of the best liberal arts colleges in the West.

Heritage: Since our founding in 1868, we've continually put students at the heart of every thing we do.

Faculty: Our exceptional faculty are generous with their time-as teachers, advisors, and mentors. Faculty come to Holy Names University because they enjoy teaching.

Size: Our small classes ensure that students are engaged participants and motivated to be active members of our academic community.

Location: Our campus is nestled on 60 wooded acres in the Oakland Hills - just a few miles from all the resources of Berkeley, San Francisco, and San Jose.

Access: We have built great relationships with businesses, government, and the arts - providing our students access to internships and job opportunities.

Innovation and Flexiblity: We pioneered the three-year undergraduate degree program and offer flexible weekend and evening programs for working adults.

Diversity: We didn't exactly invent diversity, but we've been a living lab of how a diverse community can come together, and celebrate similarities and differences.

Resources: We have a state-of-the-art science facility and performing arts center, an outstanding library, extensive computer facilities, career counseling and job placement services, and ample parking.

Alumni: You'll find our alumni leading international advertising agencies, working in the White House, conducting orchestras, practicing medicine and law, and revolutionizing California's classrooms. Holy Names graduates do very well professionally, economically and in terms of leading rich and satisfying lives.