With Courage and Purpose

Follow your passions. Find your path. Build a lifelong community.
Answer our common call: to live as people for and with others.

Commencement

Graduation isn’t a finish line — it’s only the beginning. The College of the Holy Cross will celebrate its 179th Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2025 on Friday, May 23, 2025.

Commencement Events
  • The academic experience at Holy Cross equips students to become skilled, discerning leaders who are prepared to thrive in any profession.
  • Students bring classroom lessons to life through internships, volunteering and community-based learning.
  • Student-athletes from our 27 Division I teams bleed purple each time they suit up — delighting fans at home and on the national stage.

Commencement

Graduation isn’t a finish line — it’s only the beginning. The College of the Holy Cross will celebrate its 179th Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2025 on Friday, May 23, 2025.

Commencement Events

Commencement

Graduation isn’t a finish line — it’s only the beginning. The College of the Holy Cross will celebrate its 179th Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2025 on Friday, May 23, 2025.

Commencement Events

Envision Your Future at Holy Cross

Learn more about the admission and aid process, visiting Holy Cross, and how and when to apply.

Admission & Aid
More than an education

Your Journey Starts Here

As the nation’s only exclusively undergraduate, Jesuit, liberal arts college, Holy Cross invites students to ask the most challenging intellectual, philosophical and religious questions.

First Year Choosing a Plan of Study Experiential Learning Graduation & Beyond

Campus Living

As a residential college where nearly 90% of students live on campus, our community shares a beautiful, vibrant campus where all are welcome.

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Dining Options

Our dining halls are consistently recognized for the quality of our food and service, including being named one of the “7 Healthiest College Dining Halls in the Country” by Bon Appétit Magazine.

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Support & Resources

As a small undergraduate-only institution, we have the capacity and commitment to give every student the personal attention needed to excel. From academic advising and tutoring to career coaching and more, you will be supported from day one.

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Get Involved

With a spectrum of more than 100 clubs and organizations, there are unlimited ways to develop personally and professionally.

Student Clubs & Organizations

Study Abroad

Study abroad through one of more than 50 short-term or long-term programs and enjoy a life-changing experience.

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Internships

Students receive career mentoring and support, as well a number of opportunities to acquire invaluable career-related experience through internships.

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Alumni Benefits & Services

Our commitment to our alumni takes many forms — from career and professional development services to events, weddings and more.

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At the Intersection of Faith and Knowledge

Explore how our Jesuit tradition equips students to become skilled, conscientious and discerning leaders, who are committed to pursuing a life of purpose, meaning and impact.

Stories

People

  • "What happens, from a psychological perspective, if you feel like you don’t belong? You use your cognitive resources worrying about that lack of belonging."

    Lindsey Caola, Montserrat Lecturer, Psychology Lecturer

  • "Because if you can’t confront the complexity of problems, you are less likely to address them well."

    Karen Guth, Professor of Religious Studies

  • "We were trying to move beyond the popular headline version of expression on campus and get people to think about how to engage in productive, respectful and meaningful conversations."

    Daniel Klinghard, Professor of Political Science and Dean of Education and Academic Experience

Related Programs

Peace and Conflict Studies

Learn how to address crucial challenges of the contemporary world and develop the knowledge and skills necessary for effective citizenship.

Program Details

Our Alumni Community

Whether you graduated five or 55 years ago, you’re a part of the Holy Cross community for life. Connect with classmates and fellow grads, stay involved and find ways to live and support the mission.

Forever grateful for my time on The Hill. The growth I experienced there is a result of the people who supported me in the classroom, on the playing field, around campus and in the greater Worcester area.

Declan Cronin '19

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