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College of the Holy Cross

  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Worcester, MA
  • 516 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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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
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    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
    38%
    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
    $29,050/ 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
    $37,044/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    74%

    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
    42%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.43 responses
    23%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.43 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Economics
      124 Graduates
    • Psychology
      110 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      94 Graduates
    • History
      59 Graduates
    • English
      58 Graduates
    • Biology
      51 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      50 Graduates
    • Mathematics
      47 Graduates
    • Chemistry
      44 Graduates
    • Sociology
      43 Graduates

    J.D. Power Center for Liberal Arts in the World

    At Holy Cross, learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom. The J.D. Power Center for Liberal Arts in the World is the central hub for experiential learning opportunities, including internships, student research, and community- and project-based learning. These opportunities will help clarify your career aspirations and develop important transferable skills to give you a competitive advantage.

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    2,827Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    28
    Undergrads Over 25
    0%
    Pell Grant
    15%
    Varsity Athletes
    25%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 27 responses
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    • Ambitious
      33%
    • Intelligent
      33%
    • Friendly
      22%
    • Outgoing
      4%
    • Pompous
      4%
    • Stressed
      4%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    99%
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    Poll
    91%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.34 responses
    Poll
    48%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.60 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 27 responses
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    • Work Hard Play Hard
      41%
    • A Growing Experience
      26%
    • Jesuit
      22%
    • At the cutting edge of liberal arts colleges
      4%
    • 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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      College of the Holy Cross Reviews

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      Holy Cross is great! It’s a small school so it’s easy to get to know each other. Huge community feel; this became especially evident after we were recently all kicked out due to Corona Virus concerns:( Fantastic professors, challenging but interesting classes (would highly recommend attending a rigorous college prep school before you come here!) You can get tons of individual attention if you seek it out! Lots of study abroad/study away opportunities! One thing I would change is the lack of diversity. As a Hispanic pell grant recipient coming from a diverse area, it was a bit of an adjustment to come to such a homogenous community dominated by the exclusive, white, not-so-self-aware upper class lifestyle. Regardless, I have met great people here and the experience is what you make it!
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      Holy Cross has been an incredible experience for me. The school does hold up to being quite rigorous academically but it is so rewarding. There are so many resources for students to succeed. Every employee is so kind and does everything they can to make sure that I have everything I need. As a first-generation student and student of color, I was a bit nervous about different challenges I might face at the college but the college has served as such a great support system. Everyone here wants you to succeed and to be happy. Very expensive sticker price but the school works very very closely with all families to meet 100% of demonstrated need and make getting a college education a reality. Highly recommend.
      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.