University of Holy Cross Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Holy Cross is a private research university in New Orleans, Louisiana, enrolling about 471 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 73.66% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $49,316 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $16,576
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,635 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 73.66% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 471 71.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 48.57%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 49.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 7.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 39.0%
- Average ACT Score: 19
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 950
- Applicants (IPEDS): 404
- Room & Board: $11,802 annual estimate
University of Holy Cross: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Holy Cross, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Holy Cross?
University of Holy Cross is located in New Orleans, LA (ZIP 70131-7399).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Holy Cross public or private?
University of Holy Cross is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Holy Cross cost?
Published tuition: $16,576.
Average net price after aid: $15,635.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,202 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,215 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,314 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,073 |
| $110,001+ | $16,087 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $66,304.
How hard is it to get into University of Holy Cross?
Admission rate: 73.66%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 19.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Holy Cross?
Total enrollment: 471 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 950 students.
Graduate enrollment: 331 students.
About 71% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Holy Cross?
150%-time completion rate: 48.57%.
First-year retention: 71.0%.
What do graduates of University of Holy Cross earn?
Median earnings: $46,296 six years after entry; $49,316 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,995.
27.53% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Holy Cross known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Psychology, Other (28 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (28 completions)
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor (27 completions)
- Education, Other (11 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (10 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (9 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (7 completions)
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer (7 completions)
- Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling (7 completions)
- Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Technology/Technologist (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Holy Cross a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 73.66%; completion rate 48.57%; median earnings $49,316 at 10 years; net price $15,635. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$16,576
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Holy Cross was $16,576.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,635
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Holy Cross had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,635.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$62,540 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,635 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$66,304 4-Year Tuition
$11,802 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,353 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$29,731 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$118,924 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Holy Cross.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.53% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
33.91% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Holy Cross was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Holy Cross in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $9,950 | $9,950 | $12,151 |
| 2014 | $10,310 | $10,310 | $10,131 |
| 2015 | $11,510 | $11,510 | $11,872 |
| 2016 | $11,632 | $11,632 | $14,117 |
| 2017 | $13,220 | $13,220 | $13,645 |
| 2018 | $14,180 | $14,180 | $14,368 |
| 2019 | $14,720 | $14,720 | $16,466 |
| 2020 | $15,280 | $15,280 | $13,671 |
| 2021 | $15,280 | $15,280 | $16,353 |
| 2022 | $15,960 | $15,960 | $18,173 |
| 2023 | $16,160 | $16,160 | $16,780 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
73.66% Acceptance Rate
404 Total Applicants
400 Students Admitted
33 First-Time Students Enrolled
8.25% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 19
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Holy Cross reported total enrollment of about 471 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 15% male and 85% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (39.7%), Black or African American (29.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (14.0%). About 27.53% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
71.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Holy Cross in 2024 is 471 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 950 students. Graduate enrollment is about 331 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 39.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
8.57% 100% Completion Time
48.57% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 8.57% of students graduating from University of Holy Cross completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Psychology, Other: 14% male / 86% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 14% male / 86% female
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor: 19% male / 81% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Holy Cross.
Return on Investment
$26,995 Median Student Debt
$49,316 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
54.74% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
688.55% Return on Investment
5.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Holy Cross.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 31 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Psychology, Other: 28 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 28 completions
3. Mental Health Counseling/Counselor: 27 completions
4. Education, Other: 11 completions
5. Organizational Leadership: 10 completions
6. Curriculum and Instruction: 9 completions
7. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 7 completions
8. Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer: 7 completions
9. Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling: 7 completions
Most popular programs at University of Holy Cross.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Holy Cross graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Holy Cross from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 39.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,708
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,673
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Holy Cross is a private non-profit institution located in New Orleans, LA, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Psychology, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Mental Health Counseling/Counselor. Enrollment is approximately 471 students. Student body composition includes White (39.7%), Black or African American (29.3%), Hispanic or Latino (14.0%). The admission rate is 73.66%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 19. The 150%-time completion rate is 48.57%. Approximately 27.53% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
New Orleans, LA 70131-7399
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
University of Holy Cross provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Holy Cross located?
University of Holy Cross is located in New Orleans, LA.
What is University of Holy Cross's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Holy Cross is 73.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 404 applicants and 400 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Holy Cross cost?
Reported tuition is $16,576 and average net price is $15,635 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,802 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Holy Cross?
University of Holy Cross reports undergraduate enrollment of about 950 students, White (39.7%), Black or African American (29.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Holy Cross?
About 49.0% of students at University of Holy Cross are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Holy Cross?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Holy Cross reports midpoint ACT about 19.
What do graduates of University of Holy Cross earn?
Median earnings are $46,296 six years after entry and $49,316 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Holy Cross?
The 150%-time completion rate is 48.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Holy Cross students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,995.
Is University of Holy Cross public or private?
University of Holy Cross is a private nonprofit institution located in New Orleans, LA.
Is University of Holy Cross an HBCU?
No. University of Holy Cross is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Holy Cross a tribal college?
No. University of Holy Cross is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Louisiana college costs
- Louisiana colleges by ROI
- New Orleans, Louisiana city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Louisiana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.