2020 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 1,100 students, 150 dedicated faculty and staff members, and over 16,000 alumni.

Being a Carmel student means to be part of a community that is everlasting. To be part of something grounded in faith, service, and academics is a rewarding experience. Carmel will forever be a time I look back on and remember great memories from, and I am so thankful for that.

Margaret Halverson ‘20

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

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 – personalized academic support for each student’s four years at Carmel.

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

Carmel has facilitated and encouraged my personal, academic, and spiritual growth like I never thought possible. The amount of spiritual opportunities are endless, and there is a surrounding feeling of family and community.

Aidan Braat ‘20

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 2020 25.7 average ACT Score with 99% students tested 75% of Faculty with Advanced Degrees

81 Honors and 19 AP Courses 23 Dual Credit Courses for increased opportunity at Carmel and beyond. Carmel Catholic’s Dual Credit program allows hard-working, high achieving, responsible students the opportunity to earn college credit while completing Carmel graduation requirements. Carmel Catholic has a dual credit relationship with Loyola University (Chicago), Milwaukee School of Engineering, and the College of Lake County.

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

4x National Blue Ribbon Award Winner To date, 3 members of the class of 2021 have joined 6 members of the class of 2020 in earning the highest ACT composite score

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 Named a Project Lead the Way Distinguished School 2018-19

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

NEW FOR 2020-21 The Carmel Catholic High School Athletic Department is excited to open a brand new fitness center during the fall of 2020.

The fitness center will consist of state-of-the-art weight room, a cardio exercise space, aerobics station, and a completely resurfaced indoor running/walking track.

Our girls’ gymnastics team finished second at state in 2020 while also collecting several individual top finishes, including Lyndsey Basara ‘21 (tied for 1st on vault) and Clare Keane ‘22 (1st on uneven parallel bars)

2019-20 Accomplishments 2 Team State Appearances 1 Team State Place Winner 15 Individual State Appearances 4 Individual State Place Winners 2 Individual State Champions

Our partnership with Illinois Bone and Joint provides world-class training for our athletes.

BOYS SPORTS Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Hockey

GIRLS SPORTS Basketball 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 2020-2021 school year is $12,950. Additional fees for athletics, course materials, and clubs.

Over $2 million is allocated for financial assistance.

In addition to specialized scholarships, Carmel Catholic has expanded its Merit Scholarship program to recognize students who perform in the top 10% on the Entrance Exam Individual financial aid counseling is available.

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

Return on Investment - Where Today’s Commitment Kindles Tomorrow’s Opportunity Carmel graduates have been awarded $60,000 on average to be applied to their chosen four-year undergraduate program.

The class of 2020 is comprised of: • 1 National Merit Scholar • 3 National Merit Semi-Finalist • 9 National Merit Commended Students 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

Choose Carmel.

Belong. Believe. Become.

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Questions? Contact our Admissions Office at 847-388-3418.

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

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