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College of the Holy Cross

  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Worcester, MA
  • 510 reviews
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Value
      A+
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      B
    5. Athletics
      B+
    6. Party Scene
      B+
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      A-
    12. Safety
      B
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    About College of the Holy Cross...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Patriot League
    Address
    1 College St.
    Worcester, MA 01602
    Website
    holycross.edu/?utm_source=niche&utm_medium=page&utm_campaign=premium
    From College of the Holy Cross

    College isn’t just about what you want to be — it’s about what you want to do.

    For a long time, people have probably asked you what you want to be when you’re older. Now that you’re starting to think about college, that question may seem more important than ever — and even harder to answer. At Holy Cross, we’re interested in a different question: What do you want to do?

    We believe the best way to find your path and create a life that’s not only successful, but also truly meaningful, is to follow your interests and curiosity. Everywhere on the Holy Cross campus, you’ll find students doing exactly that. From the teammate who spends hours practicing free throws and the classmate who stays late in the lab mastering a formula to the roommate who devotes evenings to theatre rehearsal, Holy Cross students embrace their talents and passions wholeheartedly. Our welcoming community provides the ideal setting for exploring your abilities, and for discovering what makes you feel most alive.

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    College of the Holy Cross Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    January 15
    Acceptance Rate
    40%
    SAT Range
    1230-1370
    ACT Range
    —
    Application Fee
    $60
    SAT/ACT
    Neither required nor recommended
    High School GPA
    Recommended
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $27,005/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $36,963/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    73%

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    97%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.35 responses
    41%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.39 responses
    23%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.39 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Economics
      130 Graduates
    • Psychology
      99 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      89 Graduates
    • Mathematics
      68 Graduates
    • English
      65 Graduates
    • Biology
      61 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      46 Graduates
    • Chemistry
      40 Graduates
    • History
      39 Graduates
    • Sociology
      32 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    2,827Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    28
    Undergrads Over 25
    0%
    Pell Grant
    17%
    Varsity Athletes
    25%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 24 responses
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    • Ambitious
      38%
    • Intelligent
      29%
    • Friendly
      17%
    • Nerdy
      4%
    • Outgoing
      4%
    • Pompous
      4%
    • Stressed
      4%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    99%
    Poll
    90%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.30 responses
    Poll
    48%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.56 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 23 responses
    Report
    • Work Hard Play Hard
      43%
    • A Growing Experience
      26%
    • Jesuit
      22%
    • Fast-paced
      4%
    • Limited
      4%

      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $71,000/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      92%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      95%
      National
      83%
      89%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.19 responses
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      My experience at College of the Holy Cross has been wonderful so far. Both the school and the campus are breathtaking. The view from the “hill” never ceases to grow old even after three years. I have also loved every professor I’ve had at the college. Being in the sciences I’ve taken some difficult classes, but my professors are always there to help me with problem sets or questions I have regarding the lectures. There are definitely perks to going to a small school. I truly feel as though I am receiving an amazing education. I've grown and am learning so much from my classes it’s hard to believe that I will be a senior this year. Last semester I was fortunate enough to study abroad in Peru and it was definitely one of the most incredible opportunities Holy Cross has offered me. Overall, the education I am receiving from my school has exceeded all expectations both academically and spiritually.
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      I love everything about Holy Cross, it is an all around amazing college to attend. The academics are top notch, the sports are average but a very good addition to the college experience. The teams at Holy Cross are Division one, but are not impossible to walk on, so do not let the division one title discourage you from trying out. There are a lot of clubs on campus to participate in and so much more. It is a great school!
      The College of the Holy Cross is the perfect example of a New England liberal-arts college. The classes offered, of which there are many, are small enough to feel recognized among the masses. The professors are available to meet with and take a real interest in the students who take their classes. The best thing to say about Holy Cross is that the ability to form longstanding relationships with professors is easy and recommended. With them on your side, it becomes so much easier to succeed in life; they are more than willing to write recommendations.