About Holy Cross

From academics and athletics to opportunities for spiritual development, the Holy Cross undergraduate experience is among the best in the nation — preparing students for fulfilling leadership roles in every aspect of life.

College buildings from above
Holy Cross at a Glance
Get the facts about Holy Cross — from the need-to-know (enrollment of 3,000 students) to the lesser known (96 percent of our faculty members hold doctoral degrees).
Golden cross on dark sky background
Jesuit, Catholic Identity
Our Jesuit identity informs all we do. By living as “men and women for and with others,” everyone in our community shares in an ongoing process of intellectual, social and spiritual growth.
Antique drawing of a building
History
Holy Cross has a vibrant history. Here’s the thumbnail version: Benedict Joseph Fenwick, S.J., founded the College in 1843. Over the past 175+ years, our student body has grown from six students to 3,000.
view of conference room
Mission Statement
What drives the Holy Cross community? It all comes down to mission.
The president in his formal robe
Leadership
Working alongside Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president, Holy Cross’ exceptional leaders offer guidance and counsel that benefits everyone in our community.
President
Officers and Trustees
students walk up the stairs to the library
Points of Pride
See where Holy Cross ranks according to publications such as the Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. (Hint: Among the best.)
view of commencement porch
Offices & Departments
Connect with vital services at Holy Cross — from Dining Services to Multicultural Education.
students working on a garden project
Holy Cross in the Community
From community outreach to activities that support local economic development, Holy Cross is proud to play an active and positive role in our home of Worcester.
The main gate to the campus
Accreditation
The College of the Holy Cross is fully accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), formerly NEASC.
Aerial view of the campus
Webcams
Get a bird’s-eye view of Holy Cross via our webcams. The cameras provide live, streaming video 24/7.
View of the buildings on campus
Contact
Any questions? Let us know.
Campus Directory