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The College of the Holy Cross is a highly selective, undergraduate only, four-year college of approximately 3,200 undergraduate students. One of the nation's leading liberal arts institutions, Holy Cross offers an academically challenging and personally fulfilling education in the Jesuit tradition. The Holy Cross experience is characterized by an emphasis on open exploration and far-ranging curiosity that inspires our students to ask more of themselves -- academically, spiritually, and in their personal development.
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Academic programs

  • Engineering
  • Research
  • Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Music
  • Art & Design
  • Economics
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Computer Science
  • Architecture

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Religious Affiliation
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

First-year

Interviews are highly encouraged for all applicants, and are available until mid-November for Early Decision candidates and until mid-December for Early Decision II and Regular Decision candidates. Appointments are taken online. Go here to schedule your interview.

Transfer

Second year and third year students are considered for transfer admission. Applicants must complete two full-time semesters of college work prior to admission. First year transfers are not considered. Housing and Financial Aid are available for transfer students.

Interviews for transfer students are highly encouraged and can be scheduled by calling 508-793-2443.

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Additional information

In order to ensure that a Holy Cross education is accessible to all admitted students, the College is committed to meeting 100 percent of demonstrated financial need for domestic students, as calculated according to nationally recognized financial aid criteria. Financial assistance is only available for U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents. Please visit our site for more information about financial aid at Holy Cross.

Visit us

We hope you'll visit our beautiful campus, whether in person, or virtually! Please visit our website for information about visit opportunities.

"Holy Cross has not only lived up to my expectations, but has exceeded them. I have learned so much more than I could have imagined — both inside and outside of the classroom — and I’ve made some of my best friends for life."