ADMISSIONS
Apply to Holy Cross
The application is completed online through FACTS. Here’s what to have ready, and what happens next.
Priority deadline: Sunday, November 22. Applications received by this date get first consideration for admission, scholarships, and financial aid.
Choose your path
ENTERING NINTH GRADE
Class of 2031
For students in eighth grade now, starting at Holy Cross in September 2027.
- Apply by November 22 for first consideration
- Take the High School Placement Test at Holy Cross
- Apply for financial aid through FACTS, too
GRADES 9 TO 12
Transfer students
We accept transfer students during the school year, typically starting in January for the second semester.
Apply any time during the year; Most transfer students start in January; No placement test needed; the HSPT is for eighth graders
What you’ll need
Upload these as PDFs with your application.
Most recent report card
or progress report
Last year’s final report card
Standardized test scores
from the past two to three years, if your child has them
One letter of recommendation
from a current teacher, counselor, or administrator
High School Placement Test
eighth graders only; register on this page
After you apply
PLACEMENT TEST
Take the HSPT here
Saturday, November 7 or Sunday, November 8, 9 AM to 1 PM. Taking it at Holy Cross is the simplest way to be considered for scholarships and aid. Practice tests October 10 and 17.
COST
Apply for aid and scholarships
71% of our families receive scholarships or financial aid. Apply for aid through FACTS alongside your application.
International applicants have additional requirements, including English proficiency scores. Email admissions@hcprep.org and we’ll send you the details.
Questions about applying?
Email admissions@hcprep.org or call 856.461.5400. We’ll walk you through it.