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Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory diocesan school for boys, is guided by the educational principles of Saint John Baptist de La Salle.
The school strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and scholarship and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice and peace.
We strive to provide each student with realistic challenges according to his capacity for intellectual growth, creativity, and spiritual development.
During these formative years we strive to stimulate his mind, guide his critical thinking, promote competent self-expression, and develop his faith.
We will help the student to make choices likely to provide personal fulfillment beyond high school.
School Motto: The Central Catholic Promise: To inspire boys to become Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, Men of Service.
School Mascot: Viking
Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory diocesan school
for boys, is guided by the educational principles of Saint John
Baptist de La Salle. The school strives to provide a challenging,
relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular
activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and
scholarship and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of
integrity, respect, service, justice and peace. We strive to
provide each student with realistic challenges according to his
capacity for intellectual growth, creativity, and spiritual
development. During these formative years we strive to stimulate
his mind, guide his critical thinking, promote competent
self-expression, and develop his faith. We will help the student to
make choices likely to provide personal fulfillment beyond high
school.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Central Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $15,250 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Central Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Central Catholic High School is 37%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Central Catholic High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Central Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Central Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Central Catholic High School located?
Central Catholic High School is located in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 7 other private schools located in Squirrel Hill North.
Many many years ago, I attended Central Catholic High School. As a vintage old-timer, the school provided me an excellent preparatory background for academic success first at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, and then at the University of Pittsburgh. Thank you Central!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Regis Schilken
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,154 for elementary schools and $18,149 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
