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At DePaul College Prep, we provide a Vincentian Catholic, college prep education for young women and men like you.
Our academic partnership with DePaul University, dedicated faculty, innovative teaching and learning curriculum, and welcoming community of students create an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity and values each student.
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Our Vision
We strive to create an educated, compassionate, and just world, one student at a time.
REPRESENTED BY THE STUDENT BODY:
YOUNG WOMEN AND MEN OF COLOR 146 32%
INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES TO WHICH CLASS OF 2024 GRADUATES WERE ADMITTED 242
VARSITY
OF FACULTY & STAFF MEMBERS OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN
CLASS OF 2024 ADMITTED TO THEIR FIRST CHOICE COLLEGE OF STUDENTS ENROLLED IN AP CLASSES IN THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR ATHLETIC TEAMS WITH IHSA REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS WON SINCE 2014
STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO
101
ATHLETES HAVE GONE ON TO COMPETE IN COLLEGIATE ATHLETICS
WELCOME TO OUR 17 - ACRE CAMPUS!
The Dempsey Academic Center:
62 modern classrooms
Two student dining halls
Four maker spaces
Ten state-of-the-art science labs
David J. and Carrie R. Carlson Library
Wendell and Marie Smith Organic Garden
Saint Louise de Marillac Chapel
Philip H. Corboy Hall
1,800-seat field turf stadium
strength training and weight room
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OFFICE OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
The Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion supports DePaul College Prep in achieving a diversified and unique school community, guided by our School’s mission and Core Values. We strive to affirm identity, make culture more palpable, create brave spaces for understanding, and engage the community in meaningful dialogue. As a Vincentian Catholic institution, we aspire to move with purpose and conviction toward the utmost level of inclusion.
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ENROLLMENT:
1,350
This means personalized attention from teachers, close groups of friends and lots of opportunities to get involved in clubs and sports.
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“At DePaul College Prep, our goal is to ensure that all students are prepared and have options for post secondary study at their choice of college or university following their high school career. Our rigorous curriculum, paired with an in-depth knowledge of our students, allows us to ensure positive outcomes for all students.”
— Dr. Megan Stanton-Anderson Principal, DePaul College Prep
DePaul College Prep became authorized as an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme School in 2015, and is the only co-ed Catholic high school in Chicago to offer the IB Diploma. IB is a highly regarded educational opportunity for DePaul Prep students that teaches critical thinking with a global perspective and like AP classes, offers the potential for college credits for
successful graduates.
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COURSE OFFERINGS
All
CP- College Prep
H- Honors
AP- Advanced Placement
IB- International Baccalaureate Programme
* 0.5 credits
ENGLISH
English 1,2,3,4 (CP)
English 1,2 (H)
AP Language & Composition
AP Literature & Composition
IB Literature Years 1,2
Creative Writing (CP)*
Journalism (CP)*
MATHEMATICS
Algebra 1 (CP, H)
Geometry (CP, H)
Algebra 2 (CP, H)
Pre-Calculus (CP, H)
Calculus (CP)
AP Calculus AB
Intro to College Algebra (CP)
Statistics (CP, AP)
IB Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches Years 1, 2
IB Mathematics: Application & InterpretationYears 1,2
SCIENCE
Biology (CP, H)
Chemistry (CP, H)
Physics (CP, H)
Environmental Science
Anatomy & Physiology
Forensic Science
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
IB Biology Years 1, 2
IB Chemistry Years 1, 2
IB Sports, Exercise, and Health Science Year 2
SOCIAL STUDIES
World History
AP World History
U.S. History
AP US History
American Government*
AP American Government and Politics*
Chicago History*
Constitutional Law*
Economics*
AP Macroeconomics*
AP European History
AP Psychology
Sociology*
AP Human Geography
IB History of the Americas Years 1, 2
THEOLOGY
Introduction to the Catholic Church
Sacred Scripture
Ethics and Social Justice
World Religions*
Church in the Wild*
Origins and Belief: Faith and Science*
Voices of the Marginalized*
IB Core Years 1, 2
WORLD LANGUAGES
Spanish 1, 2
Spanish 3, 4 (H)
AP Spanish 5
French 1, 2
French 3, 4 (H)
Mandarin 1, 2
Mandarin 3 (H)
IB Mandarin B - Mandarin (SL) Year 2
IB Spanish Language B Years 1, 2
IB French Language B Years 1, 2
ART
Art Foundations* Painting* Sculpture*
Honors Studio Art
IB Visual Arts Years 1,2
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
MUSIC
Intro to Band (Performance ensemble)*
Honors Band (Performance ensemble)
Beginning Choir (Performance ensemble)*
Advanced Choir (Performance ensemble)
Jazz Combo (Performance ensemble)
Chamber Orchestra (Performance ensemble)
THEATER
Introduction To Theater Arts*
Physical Comedy*
Directing and Playwriting*
Advanced Acting/Scene Study*
MEDIA ARTS
Music Production*
Film Production Fundamentals*
Documentary Production*
Advanced Film Production and Editing*
IB Film Years 1, 2
IB Visual Arts Years 1, 2
COMPUTER SCIENCE
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science A
Intro to Python Programming Language*
Python Programming Language 2*
ENGINEERING
Engineering Essentials
Robotics*
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainable Urban Food Systems & Culinary Arts
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Introduction to Physical Education/Health
Introduction to Sports Ed*
Sports Education 2*
Sports Education 3*
Introduction to Weightlifting*
Olympic Weightlifting*
Athletic Development*
Introduction to Yoga and Pilates*
Yoga and Pilates 2*
Fit Fusion*
Varsity Strength and Conditioning*
academics
design & engineering
robotics
sustainability computer science
media arts
art
music
theater
STEAM ELECTIVES OFFERED: 28
The STEAM Department (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math) is comprised of instruction in engineering, design, computer science, visual arts, media arts, theater, music, environmental sustainability, organic gardening, and nutrition. The Department adopts an interdisciplinary approach to learning that develops critical thinking and creativity using state of the art technology, fully equipped art studios, engineering and fabrication lab, computer science lab and music studio. Students will create their own projects in robotics, visual and fine arts, film production, computer programming, engineering and design.
organic garden
DePaul College Prep is proud to offer environmental science courses, which include opportunities to work with our thriving urban garden and greenhouse. In our Sustainable Urban Food Systems & Culinary Arts course, students investigate the processes of cultivating, harvesting, and preparing healthy meals. We prepare the students to create a greener world by focusing on sustainability, regenerative farming, environmental advocacy, and food accessibility. A portion of the produce grown in our garden is donated to area food pantries. We utilize our garden to educate our students to create a better, healthier and environmentally responsible future for our city and our planet.
arts
film drama
theater society
dance club
choir
band sculpture
art club painting
Exposure to and participation in the fine arts encourages critical thinking, increased global awareness, and a sense of selfdiscovery. Programs in the fine arts at DePaul Prep enhance the classroom experience and allow your creative mind to grow and excel.
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athletics
At DePaul Prep, we have a proud tradition and history of athletic excellence, team spirit, and camaraderie among our student-athletes and supporters. Student-athletes learn to excel athletically and academically with integrity, respect, hard work, and leadership.
Boys compete in the Chicago Catholic League and girls compete in the Girls Catholic Athletic Conference.
GO RAMS! V-I-C-T-O-R-Y!
DePaul Prep is proud to be an Under Armour school. Our athletes sport Under Armour wear and gear exclusively.
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IHSA STATE FINALS TROPHIES SINCE 2014: 8
IHSA REGIONAL INDIVIDUAL STATE QUALIFIERS SINCE 2014: 72
GIRLS TEAMS: 15
Track
OF DEPAUL PREP STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS 80%
student life
Student programs, clubs, and co-curricular activities are an essential part of our mission to cultivate well-rounded students.
co-curriculars & activities
Academic Teams
Chess Team
E-Sports Team
Life Smart Team
Math Team
Mock Trial
Model UN
Scholastic Bowl
Speech Team
Honor Societies
National Art Honor Society
National Chinese Honor Society
French Honor Society
National Honor Society
Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society
Spanish Honor Society
National Science Honor Society
Affinity and Alliance Leadership Groups
Asian-American and Pacific Islander Club (AAPI)
Black Student Union (BSU)
Identity Club
International Club
Irish Club
Jewish Club
Latinos Unidos
Mind the Cap
Student Government
Young Women’s Leadership (YWL) Women in STEM
Student Publications
Cup of Joe- Digital News Show
The Ram Page - Student Newspaper
Yearbook
Clubs
A capella
Art Club
Baking Club
Climbing Club
Drum Line
Dungeons & Dragons Club
French Culture Club
History Club
International Club
Money Matters Club
Pack Chat Sports Club
Painting Club
Philosophy Club
Ram Slam Poets
Rams Read
Robotics Club
Theater Society
Be yourself with others
excellence service faith respect health grounded in our core values:
FAITH
Rooted in the Catholic Tradition and Vincentian Charism, we embrace the critical role of Catholic education in this place and time, and engage our student body wherever they are on the spectrum of belief and practice
In keeping with Saint Vincent’s central question, “What must be done?” we learn what it looks like to bring people from the margins into community through service. Prayer and liturgy are part of everyday life at the school, in addition to annual retreats through which we explore our God-given unique gifts and our identity as a beloved creation.
RESPECT
Ours is an urban school that reflects and engages with the multicultural and socioeconomic diversity of our city, cultivating caring relationships within our campus and neighborhood, and extending to our world.
EXCELLENCE
By fostering our unique gifts and challenging ourselves to reach beyond our comfort zones, we develop a sense of confidence, integrity, and high standards that are ultimately expressed in every facet of life.
SERVICE
Rooted in the transformative social service legacy of Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac, our experiential service, community engagement, and habits of reflection are integral parts of a formation toward living as a mission-driven adult.
HEALTH
As a Catholic school, our holistic approach teaches us to honor the well-being of heart, mind and body as a gift from God, “fearfully and wonderfully made.”(Psalm 139). This spirit is infused into all that we do at DePaul Prep from the athletics fields and dining hall, to the classroom and chapel.
faith life
SERVICE HOURS VOLUNTEERED BY STUDENTS IN THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
14,000+
Students engaged in service learning build relationships with select social service institutions in Chicago, exposing them to diverse ways of serving the needs of our city and responding to Saint Vincent de Paul’s central question, “What must be done?”
Our Counseling programming at DePaul Prep is rooted in the American School Counseling Association’s philosophies. Through individual individual and grade level counseling opportunities for all students, we aim to help students achieve academic success, social emotional growth, and college and career readiness.
The Counseling Department provides resources such as:
• Parent Education & Wellness Series
• Grief Resources for DePaul Prep families
• Community Resources for families
Academic Excellence
• One-on-one academic planning
• Tutoring & mentor programs
• Access to a Learning Specialist
• Collaboration with teachers and parents
• Assistance with adjusting to high school
• Executive Functioning support
Social-Emotional Wellness
• Stress-management support
• Time-management support
• Mindfulness programs
• Specialized support plans and guidance
Advisory
A core aspect of our counseling program is Advisory, a scaffolded four-year course which meets throughout the academic year.
College Readiness
• Individual counseling for college & career development
• Workshops on college planning, the admissions process, and financial aid
• Access to Naviance, an online career and college planning software
• College representative visits
• Spring semester College Fair
• Dual Enrollment for college credit at DePaul University
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE RATE FOR THE CLASS OF 2024: 100%
learning support
DePaul College Prep is committed to providing curricular support to students with diagnosed learning differences and ADHD throughout the school. Learning Specialists are able to offer targeted support in reading comprehension, written expression, math and executive functioning. Instructional support is provided in Structured Study Hall and in a targeted group of classes that are taught in collaboration by both a Learning Specialist and content Specialist.
Learning Specialists collaborate with content teachers to ensure that classroom and testing accommodations that are required to optimize student success are met. In addition, Learning Specialists work with students to help them become independent learners by providing strategies to develop successful academic attributes in areas such as self-awareness, proactivity, perseverance, goal setting, use of support systems and emotional coping strategies.
The EDGE program (Every DePaul Graduate Excels) is a structured support program which provides a focused space to complete schoolwork and receive assistance from EDGE teachers within a student’s daily schedule. Our team of EDGE teachers administer student specific support in math, reading, writing and executive functioning. Eligibility for EDGE is based on Title 1 rules and requires signed parent permission.
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“Our partnership with DePaul University expands our academic and extracurricular resources, elevates our faculty, and most importantly, directly benefits our students.”
— Mary A. Dempsey President, DePaul College Prep
One of DePaul College Prep’s greatest differentiating assets is our university-wide academic partnership with DePaul University.
Partnership Benefits include:
+ Academic Resources
+ Dual Enrollment Courses for college credit
+ Professional Development
+ Facility Use
+ Service Work Collaboration
+ Guided Research support for IB students in the Richardson Library
+ Scholarship support to attend DePaul University
For more: www.depaulprep.org/depaul-university-partnership
TUITION & FEES FOR THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR: $18,700* + $550 Registration Fee
*Please note a family will incur additional costs for books, iPads & accessories, uniforms, and meals.
Guided by faith and determination, we are realizing our dream— a 21stcentury campus that enriches our students’ academic, arts, and athletic experiences and firmly roots DePaul Prep as a transformative community anchor for the City of Chicago.
GOAL ONE: A new campus with modern academic facilities
COMPLETED GOAL TWO:
New athletic facilities
Outdoor field turf stadium
COMPLETED
Indoor Athletic Complex OUR NEXT PROJECT
GOAL THREE: Endowment support for scholarships ONGOING
admissions
If you’re ready to apply, visit www.depaulprep.org/admissions.
DePaul Prep accepts incoming freshmen and transfer students on a rolling deadline.
What You’ll Need:
• Application
• Birth Certificate
• 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Report Cards
• Most recent Standardized Test Scores
• Most Updated Specialized Educational Plan / IEP / 504 Plan (if applicable)
• Discipline Report
Incoming freshmen who intend to apply to DePaul Prep are encouraged to register for the Catholic High School Entrance Exam online at www.depaulprep.org.
Entrance Exam Registration: November 11, 2024 at 8 AM online at www.depaulprep.org
Entrance Exam Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 8AM
DePaul College Prep Admissions Office
Mr. Tom Kleinschmidt Director of Admissions tkleinschmidt@depaulprep.org (773) 423-5037
Mr. Nick Bizzieri Admissions Counselor nbizzieri@depaulprep.org (773) 423-5015
Ms. Teresa Battaglia Shadow Day Coordinator tbattaglia@depaulprep.org (773) 423-5112
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DISTANCE FROM DEPAUL UNIVERSITY: 3 miles
With our academic partner as our neighbor just three miles away, students and families can take advantage of the many resources the University makes available to the DePaul Prep community.
DePaul College Prep is a community anchor in the heart of the north side of Chicago, surrounded by the neighborhoods of North Center, Roscoe Village, Lakeview, Logan Square, Avondale, Irving Park, Lincoln Park and Lincoln Square.
Many students walk or ride their bike to campus. Located on Campbell Ave. at Belmont, DePaul Prep is accessible via the CTA Red, Brown, or Blue line trains, and the #152 Addison, #52 Kedzie, #77 Belmont, and #49 Western buses.
Applications for the DePaul Prep morning bus service are accepted before the school year begins.
Find yourself at DePaul College Prep
