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College of the Holy Cross
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  • WORCESTER, MA
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College of the Holy Cross
#5 in Best Catholic Colleges in America
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    College of the Holy Cross Admissions

    What is the acceptance rate for Holy Cross?

    Holy Cross admissions is selective with an acceptance rate of 38%. Students that get into Holy Cross have an average SAT score between 1290-1430 or an average ACT score of 29-32. The regular admissions application deadline for Holy Cross is January 15. Interested students can apply for early decision, and the Holy Cross early decision deadline is November 15.
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    Admissions Statistics

    Acceptance Rate
    38%
    Early Decision Acceptance Rate
    73%
    Total Applicants
    7,087
    SAT Range
    1290-1430
    SAT Reading
    640-710
    SAT Math
    650-720
    Students Submitting SAT
    40%
    ACT Range
    29-32
    ACT English
    29-35
    ACT Math
    26-30
    ACT Writing
    Students Submitting ACT
    19%

    Admissions Deadlines

    Application Deadline
    January 15
    Early Decision Deadline
    November 15
    Early Action Deadline
    Offers Early Decision
    Yes
    Offers Early Action
    No
    Application Fee
    $60
    Application Website
    holycross.edu/apply/first-year-applicants?utm_source=niche&utm_medium=page&utm_campaign=premium
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
    Accepts Coalition App
    Yes

    Admissions Requirements

    What Really Matters When Applying
    • High School GPA
      Recommended
    • High School Rank
      Recommended
    • High School Transcript
      Required
    • College Prep Courses
      Recommended
    • SAT/ACT
      Considered but not required
    • Recommendations
      Required
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