College of the Holy Cross Admissions

Holy Cross is selective with a 36% acceptance rate. This means roughly one in three applicants gets accepted, making it competitive but not impossible for well-prepared students. The middle 50% SAT range spans 1260-1430, putting most admitted students well above the national average of 1050. Students typically need strong grades and test scores to stand out in the applicant pool. The 93% retention rate suggests the admissions team does well matching students to the school's culture. Holy Cross seeks intellectually curious students who value close faculty relationships and want rigorous liberal arts education. The Jesuit tradition means they also look for students committed to service and social justice.