What does College of the Holy Cross do?

The College of the Holy Cross is a private Jesuit Catholic liberal arts college located in Worcester, Massachusetts. Founded in 1843, it is the first Catholic college in New England and the only exclusively undergraduate Jesuit liberal arts institution in the nation. The college was established to educate Catholic immigrants and has a rich history, including the graduation of the first African-American Catholic bishop in the U.S. Holy Cross offers a traditional liberal arts curriculum with a variety of majors, including history, science, and art. The college emphasizes intellectual growth, spiritual development, and community engagement, all rooted in Jesuit ideals. Its campus features historic Greek Revival architecture and facilities such as an art gallery and an aquatic research laboratory. With a commitment to holistic education, Holy Cross fosters a diverse community of around 2,700 undergraduates, promoting values of service and stewardship.