Application Process

List of 4 items.

• Prep Entrance Exam

  Once your application is submitted, all applicants must take the Prep Entrance Exam, administered on Saturday, November 9, 2024 or Sunday, November 10, 2024. The Prep utilizes the H.S.P.T. (High School Placement Test). Students will also be required to complete an essay at the conclusion of the Entrance Exam. The exam and essay will last three hours.
  
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• Admission File

  When reviewing candidates, the Admission Committee will consider your entire Admission file.
  
  Your Admission file includes, but is not limited to:
  

  • Your strong desire to receive a Jesuit education rooted in Ignatian spirituality
  • Your score on the Entrance Exam
  • Your thoughtfulness, ability to reflect, and creativity on your Entrance Exam essay
  • Your transcript/grades
  • Your teacher recommendation
  • Your history of leadership in clubs/activities/athletics/service projects/etc.

• Academic Performance

  All applicants should strive to achieve mostly "A" grades (or comparative numerical scores) in his 6th and 7th grade final report cards and 8th grade first report card, receive an outstanding recommendation from his teacher(s), and receive a satisfactory score on the Entrance Exam.

• Decision Letters

  Admission decision letters for the Class of 2029 will be delivered on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. An electronic version of the decision will be uploaded to the applicant's myPrep portal as well. For those who apply for aid, Financial Aid decision letters will be emailed on Monday, December 30, 2024.

   

  Note: Admission decision letters and Financial Aid decision letters are sent separately.