Outcomes After Holy Cross

Graduate waits in line to receive degree at Commencement 2024 Smith and O'Kane Halls
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In almost every industry, our alumni serve as leaders in their fields, tackling complex challenges with courage and purpose.

Holy Cross students leave our halls prepared to think critically and creatively, synthesize knowledge across disciplines, communicate effectively and act with respect to cultural and global contexts.

In-Demand Job Skills

Because they possess critical skills needed in every line of work, students of the liberal arts are highly sought-after in the job market. When you leave Holy Cross, you’ll be poised for success in virtually any field and prepared to make a positive impact on the world.

For the Class of 2024

  • 89% are employed full-time, engaged in service work, completing a fellowship or pursuing a graduate degree
  • $69,636 average starting salary
  • Top 5 industries include financial services, health care, education, government & politics and law

Holy Cross is nationally recognized for a strong return on investment. We're ranked:

  • #5 best value liberal arts college by Money Magazine
  • #18 best value liberal arts college by PayScale
  • #24 best liberal arts college by salary potential by PayScale
Commencement 2025

Top Producing Fulbright Institution

Holy Cross is among the top institutions for Fulbright fellows. Over the last 14 years (2011–2025), 107 Holy Cross graduates have been awarded Fulbright Scholarships.

Fulbright Report

Related Information

Alumni Stories

  • Yes, You Can Love Eating Lobster and Advocate For Their Conservation

    Kate Masury

    To Kate Masury ’11, the connection between consuming seafood and marine conservation makes perfect sense. She’s on a mission to ensure others see it, as well.

    Read about Kate Masury '11

  • Can We Ask You Some Questions, Jon Favreau?

    Jon Favreau on stage with a microphone

    Jon Favreau '03, Hon. '14, Obama speechwriter and co-host of "Pod Save America," answers the HCM Questionnaire.

    Read about Jon Favreau '05, Hon. '14

  • André Isaacs '05: The Bonding Agent

    Andre Isaacs

    'Nobody has had the impact on chemistry that André has.'

    Read about Andre Isaacs '05

  • Is a STEM Career Equitable for Diverse Women?

    Student looks at her phone in the science center

    Mary Armstrong ’87 says encouraging diverse women to enter STEM careers isn’t enough: They should also have equitable experiences in the STEM workplaces, including equal pay.

    Read about Mary Armstrong '87

  • How Maia Lee-Chin '21 Went From Fenwick Scholar to Bestselling Author

    Maia Lee-Chin

    The classic major’s new book, “Et Cetera: An Illustrated Guide to Latin Phrases,” highlights shared human experience — even over several millennia.

    Read about Maia Lee-Chin '21

  • Tour New York City’s Garment District With Developer Tom Creighton ’25

    Tom Creighton '25

    The computer science major spent two years of his Holy Cross career using the skills he learned in the classroom to develop a walking tour app of the historic NYC neighborhood — all in his spare time.

    Read About Tom Creighton ’25

Alumni Success

Brianna Cummings '22 apple picking.

Brianna Cummings '22 apple picking at Tougas Farm.

Brianna Cummings '22 at a farm petting a goat through a fence.
Dr. Anthony Fauci '62 sitting in a chair and being interviewed.
Dr. Anthony Fauci '62 sitting in a chair and talking to Holy Cross students.

Dr. Anthony Fauci '62 visiting his alma mater and having lively discussion with current Holy Cross students.

Ann Dowd, Harry Thomas Jr., Richard O'Reilly

Leaders in Their Field

Among our graduates are the nation’s top infectious disease expert, a Supreme Court justice, a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, an Emmy Award-winning actress, a former director of speechwriting for President Barack Obama and NBA Hall of Famers.

Meet Notable Alumni

After Graduation

Whether you’re looking to pursue advanced research or graduate study, land your first job, make a career change or more, we offer the support and resources to help you both on campus and after graduation.
Awards, Honors & Fellowships
Center for Career Development
Alumni Resources
Graduate Opportunities