Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
21.10%
SAT Average
1,354
ACT Range
28-32
College of the Holy Cross Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 21.10%. This means approximately 211 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,015 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
21.10%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $60,850 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $60,850 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $76,510 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $36,868 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 14.73% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 40.19% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does College of the Holy Cross Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$60,850
Room and board
$17,750
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$900
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$76,510
Average net price
$36,868
Average aid coverage
52%
$39,642 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at College of the Holy Cross pays approximately $36,868 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is College of the Holy Cross?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
College of the Holy Cross net price
$36,868
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
College of the Holy Cross Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $60,850 and average net price at $36,868. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$60,850
Current net price
$36,868
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
89.61%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$90,543
Undergraduates
3,015
10-Year Median Earnings - College of the Holy Cross vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
College of the Holy Cross graduates earn about 2.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends College of the Holy Cross?
Undergraduates
3,015
Completion rate
89.61%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
14.73%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
40.19%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 14.73% of College of the Holy Cross students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 40.19% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at College of the Holy Cross
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use College of the Holy Cross's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
College of the Holy Cross lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
College of the Holy Cross is listed at One College Street, Worcester, MA 01610-2395. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare College of the Holy Cross with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Holy Cross | 21.10% | $60,850 | $36,868 | $90,543 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in Worcester
This local cluster focuses on nearby Worcester schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Worcester.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College of the Holy Cross's acceptance rate?
College of the Holy Cross's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 21.10%.
How much is College of the Holy Cross tuition?
College of the Holy Cross's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $60,850.
What is College of the Holy Cross's average net price?
College of the Holy Cross's average net price in the local dataset is $36,868.
What does College of the Holy Cross cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,900 for College of the Holy Cross students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is College of the Holy Cross's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $90,543 for College of the Holy Cross.
Is College of the Holy Cross accredited?
College of the Holy Cross's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend College of the Holy Cross?
The local dataset lists 3,015 undergraduate students at College of the Holy Cross.
What percentage of College of the Holy Cross students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for College of the Holy Cross in the local dataset is 14.73%.
What is the federal loan rate at College of the Holy Cross?
The federal loan rate for College of the Holy Cross in the local dataset is 40.19%.
Where should I verify College of the Holy Cross data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with College of the Holy Cross or the latest official federal education data.