University of Holy Cross

University of Holy Cross is a private, religious school in a suburban setting in New Orleans, Louisiana. University of Holy Cross was founded in 1916 and now enrolls around 1,298 students a year, including 1,128 undergrads.

There are many ways for students to get involved at University of Holy Cross! Love music or performing?

Interested in journalism or communications? University of Holy Cross students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at University of Holy Cross, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? University of Holy Cross has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at University of Holy Cross on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at University of Holy Cross on the Student Life page.

Mark your calendar! The deadline to apply regular decision to University of Holy Cross for Fall 2022 is July 20.

2021 University of Holy Cross Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Tuition	$12,480

Is University of Holy Cross a Good School?

The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how competitive a school is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a look at to get a better idea of what University of Holy Cross offers and if it could be a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at University of Holy Cross

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for University of Holy Cross Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Tuition and Financial Aid at University of Holy Cross

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. University of Holy Cross meets 27% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend University of Holy Cross full-time are awarded $8,107 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $43,123 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at University of Holy Cross. Based on this information, how does University of Holy Cross sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is University of Holy Cross a good school for you?

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Where is University of Holy Cross Located?

University of Holy Cross is located in the suburban setting of New Orleans, Louisiana.

If you want to see University of Holy Cross for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 10 to New Orleans, or book a flight to the nearest airport, New Orleans International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what University of Holy Cross and New Orleans are like without leaving home.

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