College of the Holy Cross
Worcester, MA · private nonprofit · 3,106 undergraduates
College of the Holy Cross is a private nonprofit university in Worcester, MA with very selective admissions, admitting about 18% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
18%
SAT (middle 50%)
1240–1410
ACT (middle 50%)
27–32
Avg net price
$38,782/yr
sticker $80,334
Graduation rate
87%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
3,106
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What is College of the Holy Cross's acceptance rate?
College of the Holy Cross has an acceptance rate of about 18%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for College of the Holy Cross?
The middle 50% of admitted students at College of the Holy Cross scored between 1240–1410 on the SAT (ACT 27–32).
How much does College of the Holy Cross cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $38,782 per year at College of the Holy Cross after financial aid, versus a published cost of $80,334.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Holy Cross?
About 87% of students at College of the Holy Cross graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.