Hollins University
Roanoke, Virginia · Private, nonprofit · 665 undergraduates
Of 7 programs with reported earnings, 5 leave graduates out-earning a typical Virginia high-school graduate (about $36,613/yr) and 2 fall short. Another 31 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $17,511 |
| $30k to $48k | $19,304 |
| $48k to $75k | $20,395 |
| $75k to $110k | $20,721 |
| $110k and up | $26,826 |
| All families (average) | $20,896 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's Degree | $38,172 | +$1,559 | clears the bar | $27,000 | 17.3 yrs |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's Degree | $45,633 | +$9,020 | clears the bar | $27,000 | 3 yrs |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's Degree | $50,137 | +$13,524 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's Degree | $27,721 | -$8,892 | falls short | $27,000 | n/a |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's Degree | $27,014 | -$9,599 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other | Master's Degree | $50,468 | +$13,855 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Master's Degree | $50,189 | +$13,576 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 39% of students receive Pell grants · 65% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.