What is QuestBridge?

The College of the Holy Cross is proud to partner with QuestBridge, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting high-achieving, low-income youth with leading institutions of higher education. By applying to QuestBridge’s National College Match, you’ll have the space to tell your unique story of academic excellence while being considered for early admission and a full four-year scholarship. 

Required Materials

If you are a Finalist who ranked Holy Cross, your National College Match application will be sent to Holy Cross, and you will need to submit the following requirements to the school by November 1. See our QuestBridge profile for more information and contact the Office of Admission with any questions.

  • Holy Cross QuestBridge Supplement
  • Official Transcript(s)
  • (Optional) Test Scores
  • CSS Profile
  • Federal Tax Returns and Forms for Custodial and Non-Custodial Parent (if applicable)
  • FAFSA

How to Apply

Apply to QuestBridge’s National College Match and rank Holy Cross as one of your top choices.

Resources for QuestBridge Students

From campus visits to financial aid, learn more about learning and living at Holy Cross.

  • Visit Options

    See if Holy Cross is the right fit for you. We offer in-person and virtual campus tours, information sessions, webinars and more.

    Visit Campus
  • Perspectives Program

    If you’re a high school senior attending a rural or urban Title I school, are unable to visit campus on your own, or are a first-generation student, participate in the Perspectives program to experience campus and explore justice, equity, belonging and identity topics.

    Perspectives Program
  • Financial Aid

    A college education should be accessible to all. The Office of Financial Aid provides personal support and guidance to help you achieve your dreams.

    Financial Aid

Frequently Asked Questions

  • QuestBridge will send Finalists’ applications to Holy Cross on October 19, and we may need a couple of days to import them into our system.
  • Once processed, we will email you log in instructions and activate your applicant portal, where you can track the status of the materials you submit to us.
  • A list of required materials can be found on our QuestBridge page.

  • Finalists who do not match may apply Early Decision II. Please notify the Admission office that you would like to be considered for Early Decision II.
  • Finalists who rank Holy Cross but did not match to a binding college will automatically have their applications moved into the Regular Decision process. Please submit only your Midyear Report and any significant and relevant updates. If you no longer wish to be considered, you must contact the Admission Office to withdraw your application.

  • Students who applied to QuestBridge but are not selected as National Match Finalists are eligible to apply to Holy Cross through Regular Decision.
  • The QuestBridge Regular Decision Form will be available on your Manage page from November 3 through December 12.
  • Requirements for non-finalists can be found here.

  • Students who use the QuestBridge Regular Decision Process should select Holy Cross on the QuestBridge Regular Decision Form on your Application Management page between November 3 – December 11. Only check the box if you fully intend to submit a complete application to Holy Cross.
  • Required application materials can be found here, and should be submitted by the January 15 deadline.

Students who are matched with Holy Cross will receive a financial package with no parental contribution and no loans. Information on how annual costs are covered can be found here.

  • Holy Cross believes that education should be accessible to all who want to pursue a life of passion and service to others. We meet 100% of demonstrated need, as calculated according to nationally recognized financial aid criteria. Additionally, students whose families have a total income of $100,000 or less and reasonable assets will receive a full tuition grant.
  • To help your family estimate what your college costs might be at Holy Cross, you can use the MyinTuition quick cost estimator or the Net Price Calculator.
Contact Us

Office of Admission

Location
Fenwick Hall, Room 105
College of the Holy Cross
1 College Street
Worcester, MA 01610 USA
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.