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College of the Holy Cross

Worcester, Massachusetts · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$69,984

Acceptance Rate

21%

Graduation Rate

90%

Annual Tuition

$60,850

At a Glance

Total Students

3,015

Retention Rate

93%

Faculty Ratio

9

Financial Aid

40%

Median Debt

$27,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

The College of the Holy Cross is a private, non-profit institution with 3,015 students. The college has a selective admissions process, accepting 21.1% of applicants. The college boasts a high graduation rate of 90.3% and a strong retention rate of 93%. The annual in-state tuition is $60,850.

Graduates of Holy Cross experience strong financial outcomes. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $48,020, increasing to $69,984 after five years and $90,543 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $27,000. A significant portion of students, 40.2%, receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$48k

1 YEAR

$70k

5 YEARS

$91k

10 YEARS

Top 7% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

Graduates of the College of the Holy Cross report positive earnings outcomes. One year after graduation, the median salary is $48,020. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $69,984. Ten years after graduation, the median salary reaches $90,543. The median debt for graduates is $27,000.

The college has a high retention rate of 93% and a graduation rate of 90.3%. The college has a selective acceptance rate of 21.1%. The in-state tuition is $60,850. A total of 40.2% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Worcester, Massachusetts

Worcester, MA 01610-2395

College of the Holy Cross is located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

College of the Holy Cross has an acceptance rate of 21.1%.