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Tuition & Fees

Holy Cross is committed to guiding you through the admission process, and helping you make your education more affordable. From robust merit scholarship offers, to generous need-based aid, you and your family have multiple opportunities available to minimize your cost.

Average Cost After Aid
$36K
Average Starting Salary for Graduate
$64,235
Ranking on Money Magazine's list of "Best Value Liberal Arts Colleges"
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Types of Financial Aid

Merit Aid 

Depending on your academic achievements, you may qualify for merit-based aid.  This type of aid is offered on a four-year basis as long as good academic progress is maintained, as well as a satisfactory disciplinary record.

Need-Based Aid

Every family’s financial situation is different, and Holy Cross is committed to helping all students lower their tuition cost. 

How Aid May Vary

There are many factors that go into determining your financial aid offer. To get an idea of what you may qualify for, use the Net Cost Calculator to get a more accurate idea of your total tuition cost. 

General Tuition Breakdown Without Aid

The chart below offers a view of the overall cost of attending Holy Cross without financial aid. Based on your family’s individual circumstances and demonstrated financial need, this cost may shift depending on your financial aid offer. 

Holy Cross works hard to make education affordable for everyone. Contact our financial aid team with questions about tuition, other fees, or qualifying for financial aid.

Academic Year 2024 - 2025

Fees Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Total
Tuition 31,825 31,825 63,650
Standard Housing 5,250 5,250 10,500
Resident Food Plan 4,160 4,160 8,320
Health Service Fee 215 215 430
Activity Fee 420 - 420
TOTAL FEES
(with Housing and Food Plan)
41,870 41,450 83,320
TOTAL FEES
(without Housing and Food Plan)
32,460 32,040 64,500
Room Options Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Total
Standard Housing 5,250 5,250 10,500
Apartment Housing 6,360 6,360 12,720
Meal Plan Options Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Total
Resident Food Plan 4,160 4,160 8,320
Apartment Food Plan I or II ** 1,910 1,910 3,820
Apartment Food Plan III ** 2,120 2,120 4,240
       

** Available only to those housed in apartments or off-campus.

Other Fees Full Year First Semester Second Semester
Graduation Fee 150    
Health Insurance 2,403   1,364

Updated: February 28, 2024

Additional Information and Fees

There are a few more fees to keep in mind attending Holy Cross. You’ll also be able to pick a meal plan that’s right for you.

Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Fees Fall 2023 Spring 2024 Total
Tuition 30,025 30,025 60,050
Standard Housing 4,950 4,950 9,900
Resident Food Plan 3,925 3,925 7,850
Health Service Fee 200 200 400
Activity Fee 400 - 400
TOTAL
(with Housing and Food Plan)
39,500 39,100 78,600
TOTAL
(without Housing and Food Plan)
30,625 30,225 60,850
Room Options Fall 2023 Spring 2024 Total
Standard Housing 4,950 4,950 9,900
Apartment Housing 6,000 6,000 12,000
Meal Plan Options Fall 2023 Spring 2024 Total
Resident Food Plan 3,925 3,925 7,850
Apartment Food Plan I ** 1,800 1,800 3,600
Apartment Food Plan II ** 1,800 1,800 3,600
Apartment Food Plan III ** 2,000 2,000 4,000
       

** Available only to those housed in apartments or off-campus.

Other Fees Full Year First Semester Second Semester
Graduation Fee 150    
Health Insurance $2,844   $1,614

Updated: April 26, 2023

Additional Information and Fees

There are a few more fees to keep in mind attending Holy Cross. You’ll also be able to pick a meal plan that’s right for you.

Please visit Dining for details on the Food Plan Options.

Visual Arts Fees will be billed and payable as incurred.      

Music Lesson Fees will be billed and payable as incurred. See the Music Department for details.

Lab Fees will be billed and payable as incurred.
                                
All students studying at a program that is not administered by the College are required to pay a $500.00 Continuation Fee.

Contact Financial Aid

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