Overview
Student Population
| Location | Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Online | holycross.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, College of the Holy Cross is a mid-size four year private college offering undergraduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 6,498 prospective students applied, and 2,786 were granted admission. Of those admitted 821 enrolled in the school. 3,005 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 24 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $55,800 plus fees of $740. Holy Cross is ranked 77 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
Holy Cross is rated within the top 18% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for College of the Holy Cross within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#77 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#70 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#9 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#101 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1240/1420 |
| ACT | 28/32 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $60 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $740 |
| Room and Board | $16,080 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $74,520 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 33% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| English and Literature | 11% |
| Foreign Languages | 9% |
| History | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166124 IPEDS survey data for College of the Holy Cross.
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