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Crusader Express

What is Crusader Express?

Crusader Express is a stored-value account, which can be used to purchase just about anything at Holy Cross, from textbooks to pizza, computers to personal care items. It's the easiest, safest and most convenient way to manage your money.

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How does the Crusader Express work?

When you have deposited money into your personal Crusader Express account, simply present your Crusader OneCard photo ID to the cashier. The amount will be deducted from your account and you'll be able to see your new balance.

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What are the benefits of Crusader Express?

  • Convenience - There's no need to carry cash for incidentals, and no need to write checks for every purchase. With a Crusader Express Account and Crusader OneCard, you'll enjoy convenient purchasing power without the need for cash.
  • No membership fee, no service charges and no minimum balance.
  • Security - Crusader Express is tracked electronically. It's safer than cash because it is accessed with your OneCard photo ID. If your card is lost or stolen, notify us and we will stop access to your Crusader Express account.

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How much should I put on my account?

That depends on how you can plan to use it. Listed below are typical amounts spent by students at Holy Cross:

Resident student expenses for an average semester:

  • $600 for books (math & science may be more)
  • $75 for snacks
  • $50 for laundry
  • $15 for photocopies
  • $75 for miscellaneous

Non-Resident student expenses for an average semester:

  • $700 for meals, sundries, snacks
  • $400 for books
  • $15 for photocopies
  • $40 for miscellaneous

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How do I open or add to a Crusader Express Account?

Please read all of the Crusader Express policies and procedures carefully. Complete the Crusader Express Student Account Application and deposit slip before sending it to the Crusader Express Office. Your signature indicates that you understand and accept all applicable regulations and conditions that apply.

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Crusader OneCard/Express Account Terms of Agreement

  1. The Crusader OneCard is the property of the College of the Holy Cross. It is entrusted to each student while enrolled at the College. Its use is restricted to the person bearing signature to the card. Cards presented by any other unauthorized person are subject to confiscation.
  2. When a card is lost or stolen, the Crusader Express account cannot be protected until the card's loss is reported to the Crusader Express Office or it is replaced by Public Safety. Only the balance at the time the card is reported missing and invalidated can be protected. Public Safety is open 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. After hours, please call (508) 793-2224 for assistance.
  3. The Crusader Express account is a service provided to the students, faculty and staff of the College of the Holy Cross.
  4. A minimum of $20 is required for initial deposit. No minimum balance is required on active accounts.
    Crusader Express is not a bank account. Cash withdrawals are not permitted.
  5. A statement of transactions will be provided to the cardholder upon request.
  6. Account information is considered confidential and is only available to the account holder.
  7. Cash refunds cannot be made for transactions made on your account. The account will be credited for the amount to be refunded.
  8. Checks returned unpaid by our bank are subject to a $30 returned check fee.
  9. An account may be closed upon receipt of documentation indicating the student is leaving the College through an official process, graduation, or withdrawal.
  10. The College reserves the right to use funds remaining on the Crusader Express account to clear a balance due, e.g., an amount outstanding on a student account, before providing a refund.
  11. Any balance remaining at the time of closing and account may be refunded to the student; however, a $5 processing fee will be assessed.
    No check will be written for subsequent balance less than $10.
  12. The cardholder agrees to abide by all rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures specified by the College and Crusader Express. Violations of such rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures may result in cancellation of the account. This agreement will be effective upon processing of your completed application or use of the account after August 1, 2008. Future changes in terms and conditions regulating the use of this account/card will apply to all cards in circulation and use at that time and will supersede the terms and conditions in effect at the time the card was acquired.

The Crusader Express account is maintained in the Crusader Express Office, College of the Holy Cross, One College Street, Worcester, MA 01610-2395.

Inquiries should be made to:

Crusader Express Office, Room 129
Kimball Hall
Phone: 508.793.3301
Fax: 508.793.3636
Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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