College of the Holy Cross
College of the Holy Cross is a private nonprofit four-year school in Worcester, MA, with its campus in a city. It was founded in 1843[1]. It has about 3,106 undergraduates[6].
Founding year: Wikidata (community-edited) · Other facts: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard- 1843Founded
- 2026Today
Academics
Costs
What a year at College of the Holy Cross costs in 2026-27, for non-resident students[2].
The school does not publish a fixed total that includes housing and food, so only tuition and fees are listed. The real total can be much higher.
Where the money goes
Help paying, for students from abroad
As described by the school.
Housing and food
The Scorecard does not say whether first-year housing is guaranteed or how many students live on campus. Check the school’s housing page.
Scorecard averages · reference only
These averages include U.S. students and the aid they receive. They are not an international student’s net price.
Getting in
When to apply
Your application checklist
Scores in detail
What the school asks for, and where its students land.
English test
Recommended or expected, not stated as a minimum[4]
TOEFL (incl. Home), IELTS (incl. Indicator), DET; scores are for most competitive applicants
TOEFL iBT moved to a 1–6 scale for tests taken from 21 January 2026.
SAT and ACT
You do not have to send one. If you do, the gold bar shows where the middle half of enrolled students land.
Extra steps for students from abroad
How many get in
Living in Worcester
Clubs, sports and activities
For information only. Confirm every figure with the school before you make decisions.