The College of the Holy Cross is, by tradition and choice, a Catholic, Jesuit liberal arts college. Since 1843, Holy Cross has sought to educate students who, as leaders in business, professional, and civic life, live by the highest intellectual and ethical standards. From the day our doors first opened to students, on November 1, 1843, Holy Cross has devoted itself to transforming lives in the hope of transforming the world. For 175 years we have pursued The Magis with passion and resolve. Together, let us continue to write the next exciting chapters of our story.