Female students who request admission to The Catholic High School of Baltimore will be considered on the basis of their ability to gain from the programs of instruction in the school and to benefit from and contribute to the social, recreational, educational, and spiritual climate. Appropriate entrance test(s) and evaluation of current school records are prerequisites for admission.

Incoming students must submit all school, health, and testing records from previous school(s). All educational testing must be disclosed including any current IEP documents. Health screening must be current and according to Maryland State school health policies.

Students interested in attending Catholic High must meet the following requirements:

• Ability to succeed in a college preparatory program, evidenced by report cards and standardized test scores
• Successful completion of eighth grade
• Good attendance record
• Exemplary conduct record
• Satisfactory performance on the HSPT
• Campus visit and personal interview
• Transfer students: Meet academic requirements of current year

Catholic High does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, or national origin in the administration of its educational program, admissions policies, financial aid policies, employment practices, and other school-administered programs.

Graduation requirements for theology course credits and community service hours are adjusted according to year of entry. In the case of transfer students, the school reserves the right to prorate the service requirement according to the length of the school year remaining. As a requirement for graduation, every student in the Class of 2009 and 2010 must complete 24 hours of service each year, totaling 96 hours for graduation. For the Class of 2011 and beyond, students must complete service as follows:

Freshman Year: 25 hours due
Sophomore Year: 30 hours due
Junior Year: 35 hours due
Senior Year: 40 hours due
TOTAL: 130 hours

If you have questions regarding admissions criteria, contact the Office of Admissions at 410.732.6200 ext. 216.