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Entrance Exam

  • St. AgnesISEE (School code 443420; up to 2 scores; first attempt before Dec 1 (ERB rule))
  • 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.)

Recommendations

  • St. AgnesEnglish + Math teachers (due Jan 14, 2027)
  • Incarnate WordMath + English teachers (HAIS forms); transcripts 6th, 7th, 1st-sem 8th
  • CathedralMath, English + Administrator (HAIS forms); transcripts 3 prior years; student essay

AP Courses

  • St. Agnes25
  • Incarnate Word18 (Academics page says 18, FAQ says 19; AP Honor Roll Platinum; >75% of AP testers score 3-5)
  • CathedralNot Published

Dual Credit

  • St. AgnesNot Published
  • Incarnate WordYes (4 courses with Lone Star College)
  • CathedralYes (University of St. Thomas partnership (est. June 2023))

Academic Model

  • St. AgnesNot Published
  • 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.)

AP Exams Scored 3+

  • St. Agnes97 (% of AP exams scored 3+)
  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralNot Published

Application Deadline

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

Family Interview

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

Honors Courses

  • St. Agnes12
  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralNot Published

Language Credits Required

  • St. Agnes2
  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralNot Published

Learning Support

  • St. AgnesNot Published
  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralLearning Enrichment Center — an individual learning plan for every student; tutoring, accommodations and testing support

Notable Programs

  • St. AgnesNot Published
  • Incarnate WordYoung Leaders Program; 5 endorsements; STEM emphasis
  • CathedralNot Published

Robotics

  • St. AgnesSpectrum 3847 — 12 consecutive FIRST Championship appearances
  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralNot Published

Test Score Deadline

  • St. Agnes2027-02-01
  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralNot Published

World Languages

  • St. AgnesNot Published
  • Incarnate WordNot Published
  • CathedralLatin I-IV · Greek I-II · Modern language elective (Years 3-4)
Commute from home
St. Agnes Academy
Incarnate Word Academy
Cathedral High School
Tuition
$28,400

2026-27 rate

$22,800

2026-27 rate

$22,850

2026-27 rate

What's included
Fees listed separately see fees
  • Application fee: $75 ($125 for transfer applicants)
  • Enrollment deposit: $500
  • Tablet PC (technology): $1,725
  • AP test fee: $105 (per AP / Honors-AP class) — optional
  • Senior fee: $350 (seniors only) — optional
  • Athletics fee: $150 (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

No itemized fees published.

Sibling discountNot PublishedNot PublishedNot Published
Lower school on campusHS onlyHS onlyHS only
Open houseNot postedNov 8, 2026Nov 7, 2026
Required test
ISEE

Offered on campus: Nov 14, 2026

ISEE

Offered on campus: Jan 9, 2027

ISEE (or CLT for classical-school students)
Application deadlineNot postedDec 14, 2026Jan 15, 2027
Decision dateNot postedMar 5, 2027Not posted
Financial aid
Need-based

No merit scholarships

Need-based + Merit
Need-based + Merit
AP courses2518Not posted
Enrollment934248Not Published
Student:Teacher9:18.3:1Not Published
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