Admissions Brochure

Your Journey Starts Here.

High school marks a significant transition for students. Their choice, initiative, and commitment all design the path for their future.

At Carmel Catholic High School, we recognize the value of this opportunity and provide our students with the support and resources to excel in their academic, athletic, and artistic pursuits while developing an awareness of their potential to serve, lead, and contribute.

Our rich tradition of academic distinction and vibrant Catholic identity are matched by our innovative programming crafted to prepare our students to develop minds to lead and hearts to serve in our global society.

Explore the difference at Carmel Catholic High School.

Belong. Believe. Become.

Belong.

At Carmel Catholic, we Belong.

We are known, valued, and supported.

We have the opportunity to participate, contribute, and connect through a myriad of academic, athletic, artistic, and spiritual pursuits.

Corsairs share a strong tradition of achievement and a rich history of more than 55 years of service and citizenship in Lake County.

We are a safe, close-knit community comprised of 1,150 students, 150 dedicated faculty and staff members, and over 16,000 alumni.

Carmel Catholic is the family that I know I can always come back to no matter what.

Aileen Hull ‘18

Come Join Us!

Community Connection

Learning, playing, and serving together

Carmel Catholic students come from four surrounding counties, multiple countries, and over 100 schools creating a diverse and inclusive community.

90% of students connect through more than 40 clubs and activities, from academic teams to student council and community clubs.

In 2019, Carmel welcomed our first class of international students expanding our students’ world view.

85% of students participate in interscholastic sports and intramural play.

Students offered more than 42,366 hours of Christian service last year cultivating a lifetime commitment of community engagement.

Believe.

At Carmel Catholic, we Believe.

Each student’s unique potential to achieve and contribute can be realized through our exceptional academic and extracurricular programs. We back our belief with opportunities and resources to excel.

Our Catholic roots enrich our inclusive community welcoming all to experience the values that inspire our students to cultivate kindness, honor one another, and live with purpose.

During my time at Carmel, I met amazing friends and had incredible teachers helping me reach new limits I didn’t think I was capable of.

Maddy Splitt ‘19

Student Services

Support for Success

Academic Resource Center – strengthens performance through tutoring and advanced study skills for all.

Serna Learning Resource Center – supports students with IEPs and 504 Accommodations.

College and Career Resource Center – comprehensive direction to make the most of your Carmel education.

School Counselors – individually assigned support for each student’s four years at Carmel.

School Psychologist and Drop-In Center – provides individual and group social and emotional support.

Faith in Action My favorite part about my four years at Carmel was the wonderful faith community that it provided me. I met so many new people who helped me grow in my faith.

If I hadn’t been at Carmel, I would have missed out on these lifelong friendships that are rooted in strong faith.

Sarah Hoffman ‘19

Daily opportunities for prayer – Mass, Rosary, Adoration, Parent Prayer

Peer Ministry and Social Justice Club - working for good together

All-school Masses to celebrate as a community

Charity Drives - Impact through contribution and service

Annual Retreats fostering faith development and transformation

The one-on-one time with teachers allowed me to thrive and grasp the material faster. The longer class periods on a block schedule gave me flexibility in my schedule and helped prepare me for the college experience. The religious retreats and classes helped me develop my views on my faith and grow a stronger bond with my classmates.

Brandon Apostal ‘19

Become.

At Carmel Catholic, we Become.

Encouraging inquiry and discovery, Carmel Catholic provides the academic rigor, artistic exploration, and spiritual enrichment to prepare students for college and beyond. Our innovative programming guides and supports individual pursuits, challenging students to embrace all they can become.

Carmel Catholic expands student perspective, academically and globally. Through extracurricular activities, arts and athletic programs, our students have the opportunity to develop their gifts and talents. Through our core Catholic educational experience, they explore the impact sharing their gifts can have on the world.

Academic Excellence

College-Preparatory Curriculum Tailored for Every Student Class of 2019 26.2 average ACT Score with 99% students tested 75% of Faculty with Advanced Degrees

90 Honors and 25 AP Courses 19 Dual Credit Courses for increased opportunity at Carmel and beyond

100% Graduation Rate 99% College Bound 100% College and Military Bound

4x National Blue Ribbon Award Winner The Harbinger 2017-2018 magazine is one of 28 nationally to be named as a finalist by the National Scholastic Press Association in its prestigious Pacemaker competition

Rebecca Zurek ’21 earned the coveted Best in Category award for Aerospace Science at the Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Exposition and won her 2nd National Association of Rocketry title

Varsity Robotics Team became the 2019 FIRST Tech Challenge World Champions Our STEM and Engineering Program earned recognition of Distinction by Project Lead the Way

Fine and Performing Arts

Four-year program for performers, artists, and designers

Practice space for vocal/instrumental students

Black box theater

Visual arts studios

Art gallery

Dance studio

Mac Computer Lab

Ceramics studio

Darkroom photography lab

Athletics

Strengthening Body, Mind, and Team

Riley Palm ’19 won his second-straight class 2A 138-pound state wrestling championship and Tommy Hoy ’19 placed 4th in state, 2A 160-pounds in 2019.

Our gymnastics team placed 5th in state in 2019.

Lyndsey Basara ’21 placed 3rd in floor, Izzy Kropiwiec ’20 placed 4th in vault, and Clare Keane ’22 placed 9th in bars.

Sam Wahlers’19 placed 9th in pole vault at the 2019 state track meet.

Our partnership with EFT Sports Performance provides world-class training for our athletes.

BOYS SPORTS Baseball Basketball Bowling Cross Country Football Golf Hockey

GIRLS SPORTS Basketball Bowling Cheerleading Cross Country Dance/Poms Golf Gymnastics

Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field Volleyball

Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track and Field Wrestling Volleyball

Our Investment in Your Child’s Future 1 out of 4 students receive financial assistance. Tuition for the 2019-2020 school year is $12,500. Additional fees for athletics, course materials, and clubs.

Over $2 million is allocated for financial assistance – a 25% increase in available funding.

In addition to specialized scholarships, Carmel Catholic has expanded its Merit Scholarships to recognize our Entrance Exam top 10% performing students.

Individual financial aid counseling is available.

Expanded transportation resources to ease access to our destination campus include a new carpool app.

Return on Your Investment Carmel graduates have been awarded $60,000 on average to be applied to their chosen four-year undergraduate program.

The class of 2019 is comprised of: • 2 National Merit Award Finalists • 4 National Merit Commended Students • 84 Illinois State Scholars 99% college bound.

University Acceptances: Brown University, Carnegie Mellon University, University of Chicago, Cornell University, Dartmouth University, Harvard University, University of Michigan, Northwestern University, University of Notre Dame, University of Pennsylvania, Princeton University, Purdue University, Tulane University, Wake Forest University, Yale University, and many more

Your Checklist Academic Excellence – where innovation prepares students for global learning A Safe, Supportive Environment – where students are known and valued Opportunities for Growth and Development – where students explore the scope of their interest and test the bounds of their skill Ease of Access – where the responsibility of our families is matched by the Carmel community Return on Investment – where today’s commitment expands tomorrow’s potential

Becoming a Corsair

Experience Carmel Catholic • Schedule a personal visit • Sign up for a Shadow Day visit • Attend our Open House – November 3, 2019 Take the Entrance Exam • Carmel Catholic High School hosts the exam for 8th grade students on December 7, 2019 Apply • Submit your online application by December 13, 2019 Accept • Admissions decisions will be sent to applicants mid-January

Choose Carmel.

Belong. Believe. Become.

Calendar of Events Financial Aid Information Night September 12, October 2, and November 13

Entrance Exam and Parent Info Session December 7

Insider Experience - Parent Preview Days September 25, October 2, October 18, November 6, November 15, and December 4

8th Grade Application Submission December 13

End Zone Party September 20 Open House November 3

Street Scenes Student Night February 6 Carmelfest May 9

Visit carmelhs.org/events/ or contact our Admissions Office at 847-388-3418.

Spanish-speaking consultations available. Call 847-388-3382.

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