Hollins University

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Hollins University is a private, women’s college that focuses on helping students develop their skills and abilities for their professional journeys. This school offers women a wide variety of majors, organizations and group involvement opportunities that will add irreplaceable life experiences to their academic college resume. Providing students with a solid education is only one part of the mission at Hollins – this school is also dedicated to helping students grow individually with a strong foundation and support system. Staff and faculty assistance students in their life journey by proving them with leadership training, a well rounded education and the freedom to explore the endless other possibilities both on campus and outside in the world.

The student body at Hollins University represents 46 states and 13 countries, making campus life a melting pot of opportunity and value. Students are encouraged to explore the world through different cultures, perspectives and political views while learning how to respect their differences and similarities alike. Students are also inspired to participate in community service programs and activities that embed core values that will set them aside in the work place.

School History

Hollins University has been dedicated to educating and empowering women for over 100 years. Founded in 1842 as the coeducational college known as Valley Union Seminary – it was not until late 1852 that it became a women’s institute. However, it was not long after the coed separation that the school was renamed to the Hollins Institute, in honor of the schools benefactors, John and Ann Hollins. As the times progressed, so did the school and accordingly, the school’s name. In 1911 it became Hollins College and most recently in 1998, became what is now known as Hollins University, a four year undergraduate school for women. Although the graduate program began in 1958 and has since upheld the tradition to offer some programs to both men and women – Hollins University has evolved to offer a variety of modern science, law and business programs as well as the liberal arts programs.

The history of Hollins University runs deep honoring and promoting the higher education of women, just as the first principal of Hollins College – Charles Lewis Cocke, more commonly known as the Founder of Hollins. His beliefs in the importance of equality and the education of women in the South have carried through, even a century later.

Campus Life

Hollins University takes pride in the fact that women from all over the world show interest in attending the school to experience the irreplaceable experience of college life. Living on campus, students can experience a wide array of entertaining and enriching activities to participate in. Whether you are looking to take part in special interests groups or political organizations such as student government – there are plenty of things to do at Hollins University. Students work together to put together all organizations, groups and activities – creating close knit bonds and lifelong friendships.

The college experience is not truly complete without living on campus! Hollins University provides students with full accommodations in one of the many residence halls and apartment dorms. The faculty and staff understand that it can be overwhelming to conduct daily life, work and classes around so many people each day, which is why the encourage students to interact and get involved as much as possible to alleviate the stress and stimulate the mind intellectually.

Hollins University designates members of the Residence Life Staff that work to help students transition into college life and their professional goals. Students can appreciated the consistent and reliable guidance and support they need to develop their learning skills both in and out of the classroom.

Financial Aid

Financial aid is an important factor of the college experience. However students should not have to stress over how to pay for school. At Hollins, students are provided direct assistance in finding the correct financial aid and scholarship information. Counselors are always available to help students file paperwork, research options and utilize untapped resources that could possibly be available to them. The faculty understands how difficult it can be to pay for tuition on your own, which is why they remain dedicated to helping students relieve some of the stress.

Hollins University provides students with the opportunity to apply for various merit based scholarships as well as athletic awards. This school does accept government insured loans and grants, including the NYS TAP loan and FAFSA loans. Work study programs are available for students both on and off campus. These programs can sometimes be incorporated into the students field of study or involve paid internship opportunities.