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Academics

Dual Credit

  • Incarnate WordYes (4 courses with Lone Star College)
  • CathedralYes (University of St. Thomas partnership (est. June 2023))
  • DuchesneYes (University of St. Thomas partnership; online electives via SophieConnect + One Schoolhouse)

Entrance Exam

  • Incarnate WordISEE (School code 570451; up to two scores. Application opens Aug 17, 2026.)
  • 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)

Recommendations

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

AP Courses

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

Notable Programs

  • Incarnate WordYoung Leaders Program; 5 endorsements; STEM emphasis
  • CathedralNot Published
  • DuchesneRobotics and competitive debate programs; IT internship with Microsoft certification; junior Research Paper requirement

World Languages

  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • 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

Academic Model

  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • 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

Application Deadline

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

Family Interview

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

Honors Courses

  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralNot Published
  • Duchesne12 (Called "Advanced" courses)

Learning Support

  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralLearning Enrichment Center — an individual learning plan for every student; tutoring, accommodations and testing support
  • DuchesneNot Published
Commute from home
Incarnate Word Academy
Cathedral High School
Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart
Tuition
$22,800

2026-27 rate

$22,850

2026-27 rate

$33,600

2026-27 rate · Upper School

What's included
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

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
Sibling discountNot PublishedNot PublishedNot Published
Lower school on campusHS onlyHS only
Yes

PK3–12

Open houseNov 8, 2026Nov 7, 2026Nov 1, 2026
Required test
ISEE

Offered on campus: Jan 9, 2027

ISEE (or CLT for classical-school students)
ISEE
Application deadlineDec 14, 2026Jan 15, 2027Not posted
Decision dateMar 5, 2027Not postedNot posted
Financial aid
Need-based + Merit
Need-based + Merit
Need-based + Merit
AP courses18Not posted20
Enrollment248Not Published300
Student:Teacher8.3:1Not Published8.1:1
Mass
Monthly
Daily
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Sports10 sports11 sports12 sports
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