Admissions Overview
The admission process at College of the Holy Cross has a 36% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. College of the Holy Cross has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
36%
Selective
Application Volume
7,036
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
35%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at College of the Holy Cross has a 36% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at College of the Holy Cross evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$60
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at College of the Holy Cross. About 35% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,260 to 1,430. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 32.
SAT Scores
35% of students submitted400
1600
1260 – 1430
200
800
640 – 720
200
800
620 – 710
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
28 – 32
1
36
28 – 34
1
36
25 – 30
Admission Statistics
7,036 students applied to Holy Cross. Of those, 36% were accepted (2,558 students). Of these 2,558 accepted students, 903 chose to enroll.
7,036
Total Applicants
2,558
Students Admitted
903
Students Enrolled
36%
Acceptance Rate