University of Holy Cross
New Orleans, Louisiana · Private
University of Holy Cross admitted 99% of 404 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). Test scores aren’t required. 37% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
University of Holy Cross’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- July 24, 2027
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Holy Cross’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $33,550 a year. After grants, students paid $14,476 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is University of Holy Cross’s acceptance rate?
University of Holy Cross admitted 99% of applicants: 400 of 404 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is University of Holy Cross’s application deadline?
University of Holy Cross’s 2026–27 deadline is July 24, 2027. It has no early round on the Common App.
How much is University of Holy Cross’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does University of Holy Cross have supplemental essays?
No. University of Holy Cross doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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