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Academics

Dual Credit

CathedralYes (University of St. Thomas partnership (est. June 2023))
DuchesneYes (University of St. Thomas partnership; online electives via SophieConnect + One Schoolhouse)
Incarnate WordYes (4 courses with Lone Star College)
O'ConnellYes (Via Galveston College: English III/IV, US History, Government, Spanish I/II, German IV (TSI test required))

Entrance Exam

CathedralISEE (or CLT for classical-school students) (Scores due Jan 30, 2027. Application opens first week of Sept 2026, due Jan 15, 2027. A family interview is required (parents + student); a shadow day can be requested at the interview.)
DuchesneISEE (Administered externally; campus tour + family interview also required)
Incarnate WordISEE (School code 570451; up to two scores. Application opens Aug 17, 2026.)
O'ConnellIn-house placement test (No ISEE/HSPT — 30-60 min Math & Reading placement test, offered Mon-Thu 8:30-2:30. Rolling admissions, no published deadlines.)

Notable Programs

CathedralNot Published
DuchesneRobotics and competitive debate programs; IT internship with Microsoft certification; junior Research Paper requirement
Incarnate WordYoung Leaders Program; 5 endorsements; STEM emphasis
O'ConnellSTEAM electives: Robotics, Computer Science, Esports, Horticulture, Graphic Design; Honors Engineering I & II; A La Carte program for homeschoolers

Recommendations

CathedralMath, English + Administrator (HAIS forms); transcripts 3 prior years; student essay
DuchesneEnglish and/or Math teacher + principal/head of school; 2 years transcripts
Incarnate WordMath + English teachers (HAIS forms); transcripts 6th, 7th, 1st-sem 8th
O'ConnellNot Published

World Languages

CathedralLatin I-IV · Greek I-II · Modern language elective (Years 3-4)
DuchesneFrench (incl. Advanced IV-DELF B1) · Spanish (incl. AP) · American Sign Language I-III
Incarnate WordNot Published
O'ConnellSpanish I-III · German (IV dual credit) · American Sign Language I-III

AP Courses

CathedralNot Published
Duchesne20 (AP enrollment caps: soph 1 / jr 2 / sr 3; AP exam required if enrolled)
Incarnate Word18 (Academics page says 18, FAQ says 19; AP Honor Roll Platinum; >75% of AP testers score 3-5)
O'ConnellNot Published

Academic Model

CathedralClassical liberal arts — Trivium (Grammar/Logic/Rhetoric), Shakespeare every year, Junior Thesis, Senior Seminar + Senior Rome Trip. Four Pillars: Sacred Worship, Wisdom, Music, Art. (No AP courses are advertised; dual credit serves the advanced-coursework role.)
DuchesneNot Published
Incarnate WordNot Published
O'ConnellNot Published

Application Deadline

CathedralNot Published
DuchesneNot Published
Incarnate Word2026-12-14 (Earliest deadline of the Houston Catholic schools; supplemental materials Jan 29, 2027)
O'ConnellNot Published

Family Interview

CathedralYes (Family interview at the school — parents and student)
DuchesneNot Published
Incarnate WordNot Published
O'ConnellNot Published

Honors Courses

CathedralNot Published
Duchesne12 (Called "Advanced" courses)
Incarnate WordNot Published
O'ConnellNot Published

Learning Support

CathedralLearning Enrichment Center — an individual learning plan for every student; tutoring, accommodations and testing support
DuchesneNot Published
Incarnate WordNot Published
O'ConnellNot Published

Commute from home

	Cathedral High School	Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart	Incarnate Word Academy	O'Connell College Preparatory School
Tuition	$22,850 2026-27 rate	$33,600 2026-27 rate · Upper School	$22,800 2026-27 rate	$9,100 2025-26 rate (newest published)
What's included	Fees listed separately No itemized fees published.	Fees listed separately see fees New Student Fee: $1,500 Enrollment deposit: $1,000 Technology fee (Grade 9): $2,600 Textbooks: $350 (approximate, Upper School) Grade 10 College Tour: $500 (grade 10) Graduation fee: $600 (seniors) Class trips: $175–$2,800 — optional AP exams: $100–$200 (per exam) — optional Athletics fee: $150–$300 (per sport) — optional	Fees listed separately see fees Application fee: $75 Registration fee: $350 Tuition deposit: $500 Freshman fee (orientation camp): $350 (freshmen) Senior fee (graduation + retreat): $300 (seniors) Books: —	Fees listed separately see fees Registration fee: $450 Technology fee: $200 Sports fee: $150–$250 (per sport ($450 all-season package)) — optional
Sibling discount	Not Published	Not Published	Not Published	Multi-student assistance available (amount not published)
Lower school on campus	HS only	Yes PK3–12	HS only	HS only
Open house	Nov 7, 2026	Nov 1, 2026	Nov 8, 2026	Not posted
Required test	ISEE (or CLT for classical-school students)	ISEE	ISEE Offered on campus: Jan 9, 2027	In-house placement test
Application deadline	Jan 15, 2027	Not posted	Dec 14, 2026	Not posted
Decision date	Not posted	Not posted	Mar 5, 2027	Not posted
Financial aid	Need-based + Merit	Need-based + Merit	Need-based + Merit	Need-based + Merit
AP courses	Not posted	20	18	Not posted
Enrollment	Not Published	300	248	80
Student:Teacher	Not Published	8.1:1	8.3:1	4.5:1
Mass	Daily	Not Published	Monthly	Monthly
Sports	11 sports	12 sports	10 sports	13 sports
Links	Full profile Admissions	Full profile Admissions	Full profile Admissions	Full profile Admissions

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