University of Holy Cross: what international applicants need

What are University of Holy Cross's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Holy Cross has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on July 24, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Holy Cross's acceptance rate?

73.7% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Holy Cross admitted 822 of its 1,116 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Holy Cross require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. University of Holy Cross requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 24, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is University of Holy Cross's application fee for international students?

University of Holy Cross charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does University of Holy Cross accept?

University of Holy Cross lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does University of Holy Cross accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests University of Holy Cross lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does University of Holy Cross require?

University of Holy Cross doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Holy Cross require the Common App personal essay?

No. University of Holy Cross doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does University of Holy Cross have?

0 of University of Holy Cross's 471 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Holy Cross cost for international students?

University of Holy Cross's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $16,576, the same for every student. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $17,929 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source