Assessment for Entrance and for Placement

University of Holy Cross accepts applications for admission from students of accredited secondary schools, students holding or pursuing the General Education Development Diploma (GED), and students transferring from regionally accredited colleges and universities.

To place students in an environment most conducive to their academic abilities and knowledge level upon entrance into the University, several different assessment parameters are utilized.

American College Test (ACT) scores may be presented as a basis for course placement in English and mathematics. In other areas of study previous course work and achievement of a minimum grade of C are also considered adequate to place students in the appropriate level of course work. Additionally, University of Holy Cross administers placement tests for mathematics, English, and reading to all students who do not have current ACT scores or previous college credit in these subjects in order to achieve appropriate placement in the curriculum.