College of the Holy Cross
Liberal arts college · Worcester, MA · 3,106 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
18%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1240–1410
ACT (middle 50%)
27–32
Average net price
$38,829
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$84,988
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
86%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into College of the Holy Cross?
College of the Holy Cross accepts about 18 of every 100 applicants (18%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1240 and 1410 on the SAT. A score at or above 1410 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1240, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 27–32.
The latest federal data says College of the Holy Cross is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on College of the Holy Cross's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does College of the Holy Cross cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $84,988 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $38,829 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $68,090 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$68,090
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$68,090
- Room & board$19,700
- Total cost of attendance$84,988
- Average net price after grants$38,829
Popular majors
Social Sciences, Biology, Psychology, Physical Sciences, Mathematics.
College of the Holy Cross FAQ
- What is College of the Holy Cross's acceptance rate?
- 18% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for College of the Holy Cross?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1240–1410. Aim for 1410 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for College of the Holy Cross?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 27–32.
- Is College of the Holy Cross test-optional?
- The latest federal data says College of the Holy Cross is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on College of the Holy Cross's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does College of the Holy Cross cost?
- About $84,988 a year before aid; $38,829 on average after grants.
- What is College of the Holy Cross's FAFSA school code?
- 002141. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so College of the Holy Cross receives your information.
- What is College of the Holy Cross's graduation rate?
- 86% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to College of the Holy Cross
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babson CollegeWellesley, MA | 17% | 1390–1530 | $34,096 | 92% |
| Boston CollegeChestnut Hill, MA | 16% | 1440–1540 | $38,930 | 90% |
| Smith CollegeNorthampton, MA | 21% | 1420–1540 | $25,519 | 86% |
| Wellesley CollegeWellesley, MA | 14% | 1460–1560 | $23,995 | 91% |
| Tufts UniversityMedford, MA | 11% | 1470–1560 | $38,797 | 94% |
| Boston UniversityBoston, MA | 11% | 1420–1530 | $36,503 | 90% |