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.
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Average Cost After Aid
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$36K
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Average Starting Salary for Graduate
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$64,235
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Ranking on Money Magazine's list of "Best Value Liberal Arts Colleges"
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5
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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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.