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Holy Cross College Application & Admissions Info

Thinking about applying to Holy Cross College? This institution based in Notre Dame, IN ranks as Less Selective (70-85%) relative to other colleges throughout the nation.

Jump to a section:

• Application Information

  • Application Fees
  • Academic Requirements
  • Admissions Address and Contact Information
  • Smart Questions to Ask

• Entering Class Stats

  • What Admissions Stats Mean for You
  • Selectivity of Holy Cross College* Acceptance & Enrollment Stats at Holy Cross College
  • Male to Female Ratio of Applicants
  • Average SAT & ACT Scores * Helpful Resources

Holy Cross College Application Process

Ready to Apply?

To secure your spot at Holy Cross College calls for an impressive application; investigate the admission policies and design a submission that stands out.

Application Fees

Gaining entry to Holy Cross College begins with demonstrating your potential and fit.

Online Application Website	https://www.hcc-nd.edu/applying-to-holy-cross/

What the Admissions Office Looks For

GPA	Required
Secondary School Rank	Not applicable
Secondary School Record	Required
Recommendations	Not applicable
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.)	Neither required nor recommended
College-Preparatory Program	Not applicable
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Not applicable
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)	Not applicable

This College’s Accepted and Transferable Credits

Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Dual-Credit Classes	Yes
Life Experience Credits	Implied no

Here’s How to Track Down the Admissions Department

Admissions Department Website	www.hcc-nd.edu/section/admissions/
Admissions Office Address	54515 State Road 933 North, Notre Dame, IN 46556-0308
Admissions Department Phone	(574) 239-8377

Important Questions to Ask

• Are there any particular academic requirements needed to apply to your desired major?
• After applying, when will you be notified if you are accepted or not?
• Should you apply for early admission?
• Are you eligible for an application fee waiver?

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How Selective Is Holy Cross College?

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Holy Cross College is 75%. That is higher than many schools, but still low enough to be somewhat selective — you will need good grades and to show that Holy Cross College is a good fit.

Holy Cross College Entering Class Statistics

What Kind of Student Does Holy Cross College Admit?

Use the admissions stats from the recent freshman class to see how you compare at Holy Cross College.

What Admissions Stats Mean to You

Selectivity and acceptance rates are a big clue to how difficult it is to be admitted to Holy Cross College. Compare your test scores to prior applicants to understand who you are competing against for entrance.

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Selectivity: What Is the Acceptance Rate for Students?

Open Admissions	No

Acceptance and Enrollment Stats

Applicant Total	1,954
Accepted	1,469

Gender Balance in Admissions: Male and Female Applicant Trends

Additional Question to Ask

• A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
• Image Credit: By Paul Keleher under License

More about our data sources and methodologies.