B+
Very Good
Score: 73/100

College of the Holy Cross

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Worcester, Massachusetts 01610
🌐 www.holycross.edu/
Outcomes
A+
93/100
Affordability
F
20/100
Resources
A
82/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
B+
75/100

Quick Stats

3,035
Total Enrollment
90%
Graduation Rate
93%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
21%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The College of the Holy Cross Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $383,145
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,128/mo — vs ~$1,100/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01608 (8.0% cap, Worcester)

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

🏆 Where College of the Holy Cross Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#28
Economics, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $60,050 $60,050
Room $9,900
Board $7,850
Total Cost (On-Campus) $80,500 $80,500

Financial Aid

67%
Receive Any Aid
13%
Receive Pell Grants
33%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,035
Total Students
55%
Women
99%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 71%
Hispanic 12%
Black 4%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at College of the Holy Cross?
College of the Holy Cross has an acceptance rate of 21%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend College of the Holy Cross?
Tuition at College of the Holy Cross is $60,050 for in-state students and $60,050 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at College of the Holy Cross?
The graduation rate at College of the Holy Cross is 90%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is College of the Holy Cross a good school?
College of the Holy Cross has a Repit College Score of 73/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend College of the Holy Cross?
College of the Holy Cross has a total enrollment of 3,035 students. Most students (99%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for College of the Holy Cross — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →

🎓 Similar Colleges to College of the Holy Cross

Compare with other 4-Year private non-profit institutions of similar size.

B+
Babson College
Wellesley, MA · 3,943 students
B+
Smith College
Northampton, MA · 2,830 students
B+
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA · 2,418 students
B
Brandeis University
Waltham, MA · 5,302 students
B+
Amherst College
Amherst, MA · 1,910 students
B
Bentley University
Waltham, MA · 5,264 students

Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology