Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003715
- Phone: (757) 727-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
71.24%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
10FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$32,004Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Hollins University
Also known as Hollins College
200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA
Hollins University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Roanoke, VA, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school enrolls 1000 students annually, allowing for a more personalized education.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Hollins University offers:
- English Language And Literature
- Education
- Psychology
- Visual And Performing Arts
- Social Sciences
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Hollins University. Scores in a range of 21 to 28 on the ACT or 920 to 1200 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of getting accepted. This school admits roughly 80 percent of students applying. Of those students admitted, around 27 percent enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at hollins.edu.
Tuition is approximately $34,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $7,000 for the year. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.
Hollins University participates in intercollegiate sports through the NCAA's Old Dominion Athletic Conference in Basketball.
Contact information, tuition information, areas of study offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.hollins.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Hollins University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Hollins University has a total student population of about 810. The student body is made up of 84% undergraduate students and 25% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $39,000-$47,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,200 to $1,500 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition, allowing students to purchase tuition at current rates for future years.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $33,088 |
Receiving Student Loans | 74% | $7,810 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Hollins University may offer services including:- Online course work available
- Counseling assistance
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2008)
- Graduate Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2008)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Hollins University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (M)
- International Relations (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Dance (B, M)
- Playwriting and Screenwriting (M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Hollins University.
- Roanoke College in Newport News, VA (8 miles away)
- Ferrum College in Melfa, VA (30 miles away)
- Washington and Lee University in Virginia Beach, VA (40 miles away)
- Lynchburg College in Middletown, VA (42 miles away)
- Southern Virginia University in Wendell, NC (42 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003715
- Phone: (757) 727-5000
- School Homepage