Holy Cross Reaches Highest Ranking in History on U.S. News List
The university rose to 22nd place on the list of best liberal arts colleges in the U.S., retaining its title as the top Catholic liberal arts college.
Holy Cross achieved its highest ranking in history, placing 22nd in U.S. News & World Report's best liberal arts colleges ranking, and maintained its position as the country's top-ranked Catholic liberal arts college.
Historic Achievement and Ranking
Holy Cross reached the highest ranking in college history by placing 22nd in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 list, continuing to be the nation's highest-ranked Catholic liberal arts college.
President Rougeau's Statements
President Vincent D. Rougeau expressed pride in this achievement, emphasizing the institution's identity, academic excellence, and the standards established since its founding in 1843.
Strategic Goals and Developments
This milestone fulfilled a goal set by the board of trustees and President Rougeau, who took office in 2021, and the institutional mission has been clarified over the past five years.
Accessibility and Achievements
The school drew attention with a 90% Pell Grant graduation rate achieved over the past two years, while also securing 45th place on TIME magazine's list of best colleges.