Holy Cross  /  Financial aid

Paying for Holy Cross

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Holy Cross actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Holy Cross's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$16,202/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$18,276/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$14,326/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$31,302/yr after aid
$110k+$63,579/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$85,220
Tuition & fees$64,500
Room & board$19,700
Average net price$35,455
Students on aid58%
Financial needMeets 100% of demonstrated need
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

Holy Cross cost & aid FAQ

How much does Holy Cross cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $35,455 per year at Holy Cross after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $85,220. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does Holy Cross cost by family income?

At Holy Cross, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $16,202 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $63,579 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does Holy Cross give financial aid to international students?

Limited aid for international students, mostly merit. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Holy Cross's financial aid office.

Does Holy Cross meet full financial need?

Meets 100% of demonstrated need. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.

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