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Holy Cross College

Notre Dame, Indiana Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#4115
Nationally
#70
In Indiana
74%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$34,100
Annual Tuition
per year
27%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
547
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
36/100
Below Average
#4115 nationally
#70 in Indiana
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes27
πŸ’°Affordability73
🎯Selectivity12
πŸ“šAcademic Environment16
πŸ”¬Program Breadth50

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Holy Cross College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Notre Dame, Indiana. With 547 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 74%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $34,100, below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $13,741 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 27%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate74%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
1,670
Applied
1,231
Admitted
250
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading490 – 660
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math490 – 640
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)23 – 31
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$34,100/yr
Room & Board$13,400/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$48,900/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$34,100↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$13,741
$30,001 – $48,000$11,880
$48,001 – $75,000$11,602
$75,001 – $110,000$24,472
Over $110,000$36,831
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate27%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
547
Total Undergrads
39% F / 61% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 50%
Hispanic 29%
Black 6%
Asian 1%
Two or more 6%
International 5%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($34,100/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (547 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 27% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationNotre Dame, Indiana
SettingSuburb: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$13,741
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#70
in Indiana out of 7+ colleges
#4115
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.