1 College Street
Worcester, MA 01886
Holy Cross is a small, undergraduate, Jesuit, liberal arts institution located in Worcester, MA.
Applications Accepted: Common App, Coalition App
Do you require test scores for the Class of 2022? No, we are test optional
Admissions policies for Undocumented and DACA Students: Holy Cross can offer a four-year, full-tuition scholarship (Mooney Scholarship) to a limited number of DACA/Undocumented students each year.
Forms Required: FAFSA, CSS Profile
Do you meet full need? Holy Cross meets 100% of demonstrated need for admitted students. We are hosting a series of webinars explaining the financial aid application process (all webinars will be archived for later viewing), more information can be found HERE.
Additional financial aid information: Cost Estimators
Student Experience
Average Class Size: 19 Students
Retention Rate (percentage of students who return for year two): 89%* (from website: * Figure has been negatively impacted by the substantial campus closure in fall 2020 created by the COVID-19 pandemic and is not typical of Holy Cross.)
6-Year Graduation Rate: 93%
Majors: Click Here
Other Information: All students are admitted to the College undeclared, and no not need to have decided on a major before applying.
Student Population
3,100 Undergraduate Students
26% Students of Color & International Students
Click here for diversity dashboard
