Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.
One College Street, , MA 01610-2395
The College of the Holy Cross is, by tradition and choice, a Jesuit liberal arts college serving the Catholic community, American society, and the wider world. As a liberal arts college, Holy Cross pursues excellence in teaching, learning, and research. All who share its life are challenged to be open to new ideas, to be patient with ambiguity and uncertainty, to combine a passion for truth with respect for the views of others.
School Overview: | College of the Holy Cross | |
County | Worcester County, MA | |
Title IV Eligible | Yes | |
Carnegie Classification | Other | |
Institution Level | 4 or more years | |
Institution Control | Private, non-profit | |
Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 323 staff | 115 staff |
Student Body | ||
Total Enrollment | 2,912 students | 1,633 students |
# Full-Time Students | 2,877 students | 1,434 students |
# Part-Time Students | 35 students | 137 students |
% American Indian/Alaskan | - | 1% |
% Asian | 5% | 2% |
% Hawaiian | - | 1% |
% Hispanic | 11% | 3% |
% Black | 4% | 6% |
% White | 68% | 84% |
% Two or more races | 3% | 2% |
Finances and Admission | ||
In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $44,272 | $24,462 |
Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $44,272 | $24,744 |
Tuition Notes | Academic year 13-14 | |
Percent Admitted | 33% | 64% |
SAT Reading (25-75%) | 610-690 | 450-570 |
SAT Math (25-75%) | 610-700 | 460-573 |
SAT Writing (25-75%) | 610-700 | 440-570 |
ACT English (25-75%) | 26-33 | 19-25 |
ACT Math (25-75%) | 26-30 | 18-25 |
ACT Writing (25-75%) | 8-10 | 6-8 |
ACT Composite (25-75%) | 28-31 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- The campus is designed for learning. The hilltop setting provides inspiring views, the architecture and landscaping are inviting, and the facilities and technology are first rate. Holy Cross is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, a forward-looking city of 180,000 that has many resources, including 13 colleges and universities. With a tradition of academic excellence that dates to its founding in 1843, Holy Cross is the oldest Catholic college in New England and has grown increasingly diverse in the last decade. Holy Cross has three performance theaters, two art galleries, a concert hall, ballroom, dance studio and a movie theater.
- A Holy Cross education is an experience of discovery. Our approaches to learning encourage you to explore many fields of knowledge, immerse yourself in your main interests, develop your individual talents, and find your place in the world. Studying the liberal arts prepares you for all aspects of life. You learn to think critically and independently, communicate clearly, and become a problem solver – skills that are highly valued in any career. And you learn to appreciate all that life has to offer.
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