College of the Holy Cross

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PURSUE YOUR PASSIONS. DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE.

Your Success Begins at Holy Cross

At Holy Cross, you will be pushed to become the very best version of yourself—academically, ethically, and spiritually. Though graduates enjoy exciting and fulfilling careers across industries, the real purpose of your time here is to become who you’re meant to be and to find your way to be of service to the world. Through a modern, innovative liberal arts program, grounded in Jesuit traditions, you will come to understand yourself, to love learning, and to pursue good in all you do.

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More than 100 clubs and organizations for you to join
Meet and interact with students from 47 states and 22 countries
Located in Worcester, the second-largest city in New England. A true college town with a student population of 35K across 8 colleges and universities

Centered around the liberal arts, our curriculum is built for discovery
Research and internship opportunities allow you to get out of the classroom to find solutions for the complex challenges in our world
Lively academic discourse in classes with an average number of 19 students

The average starting salary for 2022 graduates is $64,235
70% of the Class of 2022 survey respondents were employed full-time within six months after graduation
You’ll have the support of a powerful alumni network in whatever field you choose

What are some of the ways we care about our students’ success? We’re glad you asked.

The experience at Holy Cross creates lifelong communities. The friendships you’ll make in your residence halls, in your first-year Montserrat program, at sporting events, in class, through clubs and organizations, or while exploring the city of Worcester will endure for a lifetime. Learn more about how you’ll connect with peers and mentors and build relationships that will last well beyond graduation.

Get More than an Education

"I chose Holy Cross because I could see that the heart of the school is its incredible student community, and everyone here made sure I felt like a part of it even before I enrolled."

- John M. Washington, D.C.

The median salary for 2023 graduates is $70,000

$70,000

of the class of 2023 report being employed in a full-time job or internship in graduate school, engaged in service work, or on a fellowship

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of 2023 graduates completed at least one internship or research experience during their college career

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