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Academics

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.)
  • Strake JesuitISEE (School code 570964; 9th/10th applicants. 11th-12th transfers submit PSAT instead. ISEE fee $170 (paid to ERB).)
  • Cristo ReyNone (No ISEE/HSPT. Reviews grades, test scores, recommendations + 30-min student interview. Must be 14 by Sept 1, work-authorized, and income-eligible.)
  • DuchesneISEE (Administered externally; campus tour + family interview also required)

Recommendations

  • CathedralMath, English + Administrator (HAIS forms); transcripts 3 prior years; student essay
  • Strake Jesuit3 — English teacher, Math teacher, Principal/Counselor (electronic via mySJ, not before Nov 1)
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneEnglish and/or Math teacher + principal/head of school; 2 years transcripts

World Languages

  • CathedralLatin I-IV · Greek I-II · Modern language elective (Years 3-4)
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo ReySpanish (through AP Language & Literature) (3 foreign-language credits required)
  • DuchesneFrench (incl. Advanced IV-DELF B1) · Spanish (incl. AP) · American Sign Language I-III

AP Courses

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo Rey12 (Plus 4 Pre-AP (2026-27 list))
  • Duchesne20 (AP enrollment caps: soph 1 / jr 2 / sr 3; AP exam required if enrolled)

Dual Credit

  • CathedralYes (University of St. Thomas partnership (est. June 2023))
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneYes (University of St. Thomas partnership; online electives via SophieConnect + One Schoolhouse)

Learning Support

  • CathedralLearning Enrichment Center — an individual learning plan for every student; tutoring, accommodations and testing support
  • Strake JesuitAcademic Resource Center + Learning Resource Center (learning differences)
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneNot 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.)
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneNot Published

AP Scholar Awards

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake Jesuit388
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneNot Published

Application Deadline

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake Jesuit2027-01-15 (Supplemental documents due Jan 31; rolling after that if space)
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneNot Published

Corporate Work-Study

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo ReyEvery student works one weekday (~7 hrs) at a corporate partner (140+ partners); 4 students job-share one position; schedules built so no classes are missed. Graded 4-credit Practicum; 750+ work hours by graduation; school provides transport to jobs.
  • DuchesneNot Published

Family Interview

  • CathedralYes (Family interview at the school — parents and student)
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneNot Published

Honors Courses

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • Duchesne12 (Called "Advanced" courses)

Notable Programs

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake JesuitNot Published
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneRobotics and competitive debate programs; IT internship with Microsoft certification; junior Research Paper requirement

STEM Recognition

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake JesuitNewsweek: #27 of 5,000 STEM schools
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneNot Published

Test Prep

  • CathedralNot Published
  • Strake JesuitFree Ray Dass PSAT/SAT/ACT prep; national SAT/ACT test center on campus
  • Cristo ReyNot Published
  • DuchesneNot Published
Commute from home
Tuition
$22,850

2026-27 rate

$29,970

2026-27 rate

$8,000

2026-27 · sliding scale by income — average family pays $783/yr

$33,600

2026-27 rate · Upper School

What's included
Fees listed separately

No itemized fees published.

Included in tuition see list
  • Textbooks (physical + digital)
  • iPad + keyboard case with insurance
  • AP exam fees
  • SAT/ACT prep
  • Course fees (ceramics, science labs)
  • Academic support
  • Most extracurricular/athletic expenses
  • Lab goggles + PE uniforms
  • Parking

Charged separately:

  • ISEE exam (paid to ERB): $170 (applicants) — optional
Included in tuition see list
  • All classes and materials
  • Laptop (kept 4 years + college)
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
Sibling discountNot PublishedNot PublishedNot PublishedNot Published
Lower school on campusHS onlyHS onlyHS only
Yes

PK3–12

Open houseNov 7, 2026Dec 3, 2026Not postedNov 1, 2026
Required test
ISEE (or CLT for classical-school students)
ISEE

Offered on campus: Oct 31, 2026 · Jan 9, 2027

None
ISEE
Application deadlineJan 15, 2027Jan 15, 2027Not postedNot posted
Decision dateNot postedMar 5, 2027Not postedNot posted
Financial aid
Need-based + Merit
Need-based
Need-based
Need-based + Merit
AP coursesNot postedNot posted1220
EnrollmentNot Published1,390472300
Student:TeacherNot Published10:111.8:18.1:1
Mass
Daily
Monthly

Daily Mass also offered

Monthly

Fridays, 10:00 AM

Daily Mass also offered

Not Published
Sports11 sports17 sports10 sports12 sports
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