College of the Holy Cross
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 21%
Average High School GPA: Approximately 3.91 (unweighted)
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1270–1420
ACT Range: 28–32
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 3,219
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Jesuit (Catholic)
Political Leaning: Generally liberal, with active student political engagement
Tuition & Fees (2024–2025): $64,500
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Worcester, Massachusetts
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 29°F (-2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 73°F (23°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 48 inches (1,219 mm)
Nearest Airport: Worcester Regional Airport (ORH) — Approximately 5 miles (15-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @collegeoftheholycross
Twitter (X): @holy_cross
Facebook: College of the Holy Cross
LinkedIn: College of the Holy Cross
YouTube: College of the Holy Cross
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Conference: Patriot League
Nickname: Crusaders
Mascot: Iggy the Crusader
Athletic Website: Holy Cross Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Hart Center Pool
Head Coach: Kristy Jones
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #8 in Patriot League
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #10 in Patriot League
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B+
Professors: A-
Dorms: C+
Student Life: B
Value: A-
Campus: B-
Party Scene: B+
Location: C
Campus Food: B-
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #112 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #265 of 1,332
Get Recruited!
Complete the university swimming and diving
recruiting questionnaire and email the coach.