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We are thrilled that you are considering becoming a member of our community. We are part of a much larger Jesuit mission and network, with almost 1,000 Jesuit schools all over the world.
The most important lesson our students learn is that a Jesuit education is not for you alone. We expect you to use your gifts in service to humanity, i.e.,to become a person for others. We hope you’ll join us on this journey of a lifetime!
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We have been waiting for you and your unique gifts for 474 years (the first Jesuit school was founded in 1548!).
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What do our graduates look like? • Open to growth • Intellectually competent • Religious • Loving • Committed to doing justice
You have so many gifts – intellectual, spiritual, religious, physical, emotional, aesthetic, and more. A Jesuit education fosters the harmonious development of all those traits, and we accomplish that through a personal concern for each and every student, exceptional programming inside and outside the classroom, and a strong sense of community.
You may have heard the phrase “women and men for others.” These words represent our students and graduates – leaders, with a profound sense of justice based in love, who serve God and their fellow humans. We know you have the potential to become a person for others. We hope you’ll take that journey with us at Jesuit High School.
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Jesuit’s superb academic program
is well known, in addition to our committed faculty and excellent facilities. This combination allows you to expand your intellectual and aesthetic abilities and reach your full potential.
Students with a variety of academic interests and abilities soon discover that Jesuit’s academic program engages and stretches them to a level they may not have believed possible. Every year, seniors graduate from Jesuit ready to thrive at the most demanding colleges and universities in America.
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Academic Highlights • Average class size is 25, with astudent-teacher ratio of 16:1 • 16 National Merit finalists in 2022 • 18 National Merit Commended students in 2022 • Average SAT score for Class of2021 is 1,319 (national averagescore - 1,060 in 2021) • Average GPA is 3.71 • Two-time recipient of the U.S. Dept.of Education National School of Excellence Award • 16 AP courses and 9 dual collegecredit courses
At Jesuit, our students know that the Spirit of God is where our sense of community is the strongest. You’ll often hear classmates say, “Don’t miss a retreat,” or “You’ll love Friday Mass!” They may tell you to join Knights or Setons, or suggest you light a candle in the Chapel Grotto. These are all part of Campus Ministry, and many of our students find a home in its programs.
Service at Jesuit isn’t only about giving back. We want students to reflect on their service, to gain understanding about the lives of others, and to witness how our society fails to take care of its most vulnerable members. These experiences move students to a place of compassion, which will guide them in the future. Jesuit requires three long-term service projects over a student’s four years.
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Our faith community
Ecological Justice
Service learning
Jesuit is committed to acting out best practices in environmental sustainability in our curricula, ministries, activities, and institutional affairs.
Selecting a high school is a big decision, but it isn’t the most important thing you’ll do this year. The greatest decision you can make is choosing to love. At Jesuit, we embrace the challenge to love, care, and have meaningful conversations.
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At Jesuit, we challenge students to think about their own culture and identity while examining inequities to build a more inclusive society. Jesuit students are able to think critically about our diverse community through flex talks, assemblies, Community Celebrations, and Social Justice Week events. We encourage our students to step out of their comfort zone and into a new perspective by getting involved in these DEI activities!
From Encounters to games, class projects to club activities, Jesuit is teeming with opportunities to build relationships. At Jesuit, you’ll find fellow students to laugh with, learn from, and grow with. What makes our community special? We believe the answer lies in how we support one another. And the connections don’t stop at the end of your four years at Jesuit. Once you graduate, you’ll become part of our alumni community – over 11,000 people living in all 50 states and 25 countries!
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Beyond the basics
Athletics
Whether you’ve already found your passion or you want to explore all the possibilities, Jesuit has co-curriculars for everyone – athletics, fine arts, STEM activities, 50+ student-run clubs and organizations, and more. Share your interests with others, learn new skills, and build lasting friendships.
Determination. Integrity. Teamwork. Jesuit’s athletic program focuses on developing you as a whole person – just as much as it focuses on sports skills and techniques.
17-time winner of the 6A OSAA Cup for best overall athletic, sportsmanship, activities, and academic achievement
Jesuit offers 22 varsity sports and has 60 teams overall (including JV and freshman teams and four no-cut sports)
Named the #1 high school athletic program in the nation by MaxPreps in 2019!
94% of athletes who tried out for a sport at Jesuit last year made the team
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From beginning guitar to advanced technical theatre, we offer more than 20 distinct Fine Arts classes to meet students at all levels of experience.
Each year, hundreds of students find a home in our successfuloftoFromAwardsScholastic51andthatseveralcomedies,big-nameproductions,offerstheatrenationally-recognizedprogram,whichafullseasonofincludingmusicals,dramasandworldpremieresarestudent-writtendirectedJesuitstudentsreceivedArtandWritingin2021DisneyanimatorsBroadwaystars,manyouralumnihaveforgedcareersinthearts
The arts draw us closer to God and help deepen our human connection. They also play an essential role in a holistic Jesuit education. Through our programs in instrumental and vocal music, theatre, and the visual arts, you’ll learn new forms of self-expression and ways to communicate. You’ll also see how the arts can help you develop your critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
Register and pay ($25) for the placement test (using your online account) for either date: Friday, December 2, or Saturday, December 3.
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Create your online account. jesuitportland.orgVisit and click “Admissions.”
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Attend family interviews on either Saturday, January 28, or Saturday, February 4.
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Admissions Checklist
Students should submit online requests for school recommendations and transcipts giving school officials plenty of time to complete the request before Wednesday, February 1.
Complete your online application no later than Friday, January 13. Financial Aid applications are also due January 13.
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Attend our Open House on Sunday, October 23, from 1-5 pm. Register for placement test online in October. Register for your Shadow Day experience. Registration opens Friday, September 16.
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• The Admissions Committee considers commitment to a faith community, academic record, character, relationship with peers and teachers, talents and interests, special circumstances, and the overall balance and diversity of the school community. Unfortunately, not every qualified applicant can be admitted.
• A $65 non-refundable application fee.
• Transfer applicants are interviewed between April and August.
• Every freshman candidate is required to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT).
• School records, test scores, teacher recommendations, family interviews and application information are reviewed by the Admissions Committee, which is composed of Jesuit High School faculty members and administrators. The committee reviews the applications on the basis of Jesuit High School’s Mission Statement and The Profile of the Jesuit High School Graduate at Graduation.
Application Process
Freshman Candidates
• Freshman applicants must submit applications by January 13, 2023. We encourage you to apply online at jesuitportland.org (click “Admissions”).
• Transfer applicants may visit between the months of April-May. The Admissions Director will schedule these visits. Call 503-291-5422.
• C ompleted application form, including essays by the parent and student explaining why they want to become part of the Jesuit High School community.
• Eighth grade applicants may participate in a “Shadow Day” experience. Registration opens September 16, 2022.
Transfer Candidates
• Admissions decision notifications will be sent via mail on March 9, 2023 and posted online on March 11, 2023.
• Transfer students may submit applications beginning February 1, 2023.
• Family Interviews for freshman candidates will be held on January 28 and February 4, 2023.
• Acceptable transfer applicants are placed on a waiting list, which is managed throughout the summer months.
Admissions Considerations
Application Requirements
• Prior school records (grades, test scores) and recommendations from current school.
The True Cost of Educating One Student
While Jesuit High School does not offer merit-based or talent-based scholarships (including for athletics), the Board of Trustees has adopted a 2022-23 budget that includes $4.1 million in financial aid. Twenty-three percent of our student body currently receives financial aid, with an average grant of $11,000. Applicants must submit financial aid applications by January 13, 2023. For financial aid questions, please visit jesuitportland.org/financialaid.
Actual Cost of Education (’22-’23) $20,350 Subsidized Tuition (tuition charged) $17,250 Per Student Deficit $3,100
A non-refundable fee of $65 is required when an application is submitted. Upon acceptance, a nonrefundable enrollment fee of $1,000 is required. This payment is applied as a credit toward tuition. A convenient monthly tuition payment plan is available.
• Participate in our annual fundraisers.
Financial Aid
Additional costs include books and fees, which average approximately $400500 per year.
Financial Information
Some families may not be in a position to pay full tuition. Others may experience circumstances like unemployment, illness, disability, death, or divorce that suddenly reduce their income and ability to pay for a Jesuit High School education. We rely on fundraising to help such families in need.
We charge less than the actual cost of tuition. In the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola, we are committed to making a Jesuit education affordable and accessible to as many qualified students as possible. The gap creates an annual operating deficit of $5.45 million, which must be filled by Wefundraising.askJesuit
families who are able to:
• Give a tax-deductible donation above tuition. This gift can be paid monthly, annually, quarterly, or in full, and can be paid with a check or bankcard.
• Contribute to our capital and endowment fundraising efforts.
Application and Enrollment Fees
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