Worcester, MA · Williamstown, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| College of the Holy Cross | Williams College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 21.1% | 10.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $60,850 | $64,860 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $60,850 | $64,860 |
| Average Net Price | $20,419 | $1,816 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 97.0% |
GradFax Analysis
College of the Holy Cross accepts 21.1% of applicants. Williams College accepts 10.0%. College of the Holy Cross's tuition is $60,850. Williams College's is $64,860. College of the Holy Cross is cheaper. College of the Holy Cross graduates 90% of students in 6 years. Williams College graduates 97%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Williams College. It accepts 10.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
College of the Holy Cross has lower published tuition: $60,850 versus $64,860. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Williams College: 97% of students finish in 6 years. College of the Holy Cross is at 90%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.