Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at College of the Holy Cross vary significantly by field of study. The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment—not prestige or reputation.
Use this page to compare how different majors perform in the labor market.
Analyzing 15 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights surface programs that stand out across earnings, national ranking, and enrollment size.
#31 nationally
$70K median earnings
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, rank, debt, and cohort size.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at College Of The Holy Cross.
Computer Science. leads engineering & technology with 75K in median earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science.Small sample | #165 | $74,842 | — | 17 |
Program rankings reflect post-graduation labor market outcomes based on federal College Scorecard data, not institutional prestige or academic reputation. Earnings represent median income ten years after enrollment for graduates with sufficient employment data. Rankings compare programs within the same CIP code across all institutions nationally. Value scores combine earnings, debt, and completion data to assess overall program return on investment. Cohort sizes indicate the number of graduates included in earnings calculations—larger cohorts provide more reliable data. Programs require minimum cohort sizes to ensure statistical reliability. These outcomes reflect career paths and geographic factors beyond educational quality alone. Students should consider program rankings alongside personal interests, career goals, and institutional fit when making academic decisions.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
The single business program available shows mixed performance outcomes. Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping generates $73,234 in median earnings with 23 graduates but ranks #135 nationally with a modest 51.3 value score.
This program may serve students seeking practical business skills, though the national ranking suggests limited competitiveness compared to business programs at other institutions.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. | #121 | $73,234 | — | 23 |
Science and mathematics programs demonstrate solid career preparation with varied outcomes. Algebra and Number Theory produces strong $87,210 earnings with 44 graduates, ranking #25 nationally.
Biology, General delivers $67,624 earnings at #15 nationally with good enrollment of 53 students. Analytical Chemistry provides specialized preparation with $61,540 earnings.
These programs serve students seeking quantitative careers with strong analytical foundations.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algebra and Number Theory. | #25 | $87,210★ | — | 44 |
| Biology, General. | #15 | $67,624 | — | 53 |
| Analytical Chemistry. | #34 | $61,540 | — | 40 |
| Acoustics.Small sample | #43 | $59,417 | — | 13 |
This group demonstrates strong outcomes across multiple disciplines at Holy Cross. Applied Economics leads with exceptional $96,461 median earnings and ranks #33 nationally, while American Government and Politics produces $68,772 earnings at #27 nationally.
Psychology graduates earn $56,085 with strong value scores. Applied/Public Sociology rounds out the offerings with solid career preparation.
These programs are best suited for students seeking liberal arts preparation with strong career outcomes.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Economics. | #31 | $96,461★ | $41,930 | 112 |
| American Government and Politics (United States). | #26 | $68,772 | — | 111 |
| Applied/Public Sociology. | #41 | $57,078 | — | 31 |
| Psychology, General. | #28 | $56,085 | $39,900 | 110 |
Programs in this cluster showcase Holy Cross's liberal arts excellence. English Language and Literature ranks #1 nationally with a perfect 100.0 value score and $69,556 earnings—exceptional for humanities fields.
American History ranks #16 nationally with $65,505 earnings, while Catalan Language and Literature ranks #5 nationally despite smaller enrollment. These programs excel in preparing students for diverse career paths that value critical thinking and communication skills.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature, General. | #1 🏆 | $69,556★ | — | 67 |
| American History (United States). | #16 | $65,505 | — | 39 |
| Catalan Language and Literature. | #4 | $64,858 | — | 49 |
| Applied and Professional Ethics.Small sample | #43 | $42,682 | — | 16 |
International/Globalization Studies. leads other & interdisciplinary with 47K in median earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International/Globalization Studies. | #25 | $46,530 | — | 37 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
Why rankings may differ by program: A university's nursing program and business program can have entirely different outcome profiles. Our methodology surfaces these differences so you can evaluate programs — not just institutions.
