How to Apply
The application process at Holy Cross is highly personalized and very thorough. In the evaluation of applicants the Admissions Committee strives to develop a clear understanding of each candidate’s accomplishments and achievements both in their high school and community.
Your application, together with recommendations from counselors and teachers, helps the committee assess your particular strengths and interests, as well as your overall potential to thrive at Holy Cross.
Regular Decision Deadlines
If applying Regular Decision, please use the table below as a guideline to completing your application and keeping track of all required as well as optional credentials.
Notification of a decision will be in early April.
For .pdf version of checklist below, click here.
| Required (These items constitute a complete application.) |
Deadlines |
|---|---|
| -Application with $60 fee -Transcript -Teacher Recommendation -Counselor Recommendation |
Postmarked by January 15, 2009. |
| -Mid-Year (Senior Year) Grades | As soon as they are available |
| Optional | Deadlines |
|---|---|
Interviews
Off-Campus Alumni Interview |
You must call at least two weeks in advance to schedule an on-campus interview.
|
| Verification Sheet (Sent to you after application is received) |
Please return within one week of receiving |
| Standardized Test Scores | January 15, 2009 |
| Supplementary Materials (CDs, Art Slides, DVDs, etc.) |
January 1, 2009 |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines |
|---|---|
| CSS Profile®* (College Scholarship Service) |
February 1, 2009 |
| FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) |
February 1, 2009 |
Application:
Make sure you have answered all questions thoroughly and precisely. Remember, you are your best advocate, so take some time when completing each section of the application. If the forms do not provide enough space, feel free to use additional sheets. The application form (www.commonapp.org) can be sent electronically or mailed to the Admissions Office together with your $60.00 application fee. In cases where our fee would cause undue hardship, Holy Cross honors the College Board fee waiver request initiated by your high school counselor.
Teacher Recommendation:
One teacher recommendation is required. Additional letters of support are welcome.
Interview:
Interview appointments are offered on any day that the Admissions Office is open for business. To arrange for an on-campus interview, please call the Admissions Office at 1-800-442-2421.
Alumni Interview:
For those who are unable to travel to campus for an interview, we do offer the unique opportunity for you to interview in your area with a Holy Cross alumnus who has been trained as an admissions interviewer. After you have submitted your application please visit the alumni interview request form to request an alumni interview.
Standardized Testing:
The submission of standardized test scores is optional. If you are submitting testing, request scores be sent to the College. The College Board code number is 3282. The American College Testing Program code is 1810. Students who opt not to submit scores will not be at any disadvantage in Admissions decisions.
Supplementary Materials:
Students with strong extracurricular interests are invited to submit samples of their talent. Our most common submissions are of a musical, theatrical or artistic nature. Slides, cassette tapes, CD's and DVD's are the most effective forms of media. Students should submit duplicate or disposable materials, as no supplements will be returned.
CSS Profile:
*In addition, copies of the “Non-Custodial Parent's Statement” and/or “Business/Farm Supplement” should be sent directly to the Financial Aid Office at this time. The Non-Custodial Parent Statement as well as the Business/Farm Supplement are forms that may have to be completed based on the information you provided on the Profile registration.
For questions regarding financial aid, please call 508-793-2265 or send an e-mail to financialaid@holycross.edu
Important Dates
December 15
Early Decision and application deadline to request an alumni interview
January 15
All other applications due
Early April
Admissions notifications
Early Admission
Outstanding high school juniors who have completed their graduation requirements may apply to Holy Cross. For more information, please call the Admissions Office at 800-442-2421.