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College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball

College of the Holy Cross (Holy Cross) · Worcester, Massachusetts · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate18%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate87%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,126Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball coaches

Coaches at College of the Holy Cross who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where College of the Holy Cross competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Patriot League
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
goholycross.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1240–1410
ACTMiddle 50%: 27–32

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Popular majors

AccountingAnthropology, GeneralAsian Studies/CivilizationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralChemistry, GeneralChinese Language and LiteratureComputer Science
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
87% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$63,650
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$35,455
Campus

Where it is

College of the Holy Cross in Worcester.

Location
Worcester, Massachusetts
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Eastern
Website
holycross.edu
Overview

About College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Dave Paulsen, the Head Coach, leads the College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball staff of 5 coaches, verified June 2026. College of the Holy Cross (Holy Cross) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball as a member of the Patriot League. College of the Holy Cross is a private school in Worcester, Massachusetts with 3,126 undergraduates, a 18% acceptance rate and an average net price of $35,455 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Dave Paulsen, the Head Coach and Bryson Johnson, the Associate Head Coach. College of the Holy Cross has 5 coaches for Men's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Dave can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at College of the Holy Cross typically score 1240–1410 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the College of the Holy Cross staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is College of the Holy Cross D1?

Yes. College of the Holy Cross competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball, in the Patriot League.

Is College of the Holy Cross public or private?

College of the Holy Cross is a private nonprofit school in Worcester, Massachusetts.

What conference is College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball in?

The Patriot League.

Does College of the Holy Cross offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?

College of the Holy Cross competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball have?

5 coaches, led by Dave Paulsen, the Head Coach.

How much does College of the Holy Cross cost?

In-state tuition is $63,650 and out-of-state tuition is $63,650 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $35,455.

What is the College of the Holy Cross acceptance rate?

18% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for College of the Holy Cross?

Admitted students typically score 1240–1410 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the College of the Holy Cross Men's Basketball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026