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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Notre Dame, IN

Holy Cross College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$35,500

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

73.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

31.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$50,416

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Holy Cross College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Notre Dame, IN. With a competitive tuition profile of $35,500, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 31.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing490 – 660
20025th–75th percentile800
Math490 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite23 – 31
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

73.7%

Transfer-Out Rate65.3%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$142,000

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$20,416

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$62,160

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$266,320

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 31%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Holy Cross College is $24,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
37.7%
62.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
50.1%
Hispanic
29.1%
Two or more
6.2%
Black
5.8%
International
5.1%
Unknown
2.1%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

1

Burglary

1

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$35,500

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,969
$30k - $48k$15,859
$48k - $75k$18,845
$75k+$24,241

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,000
Pell Grant Recipients29.0%
Using Federal Loans68.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment58.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$24,381
Pell Grant Recipients27.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

79.3%

Success

31.1%

In-State Cost

$35,500

Age 25+ Students

9.3%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

188 students

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