Applicants for admission are evaluated to determine their general aptitudes, competencies, and readi- ness to work within a rigorous program that develops strong academic potential.
This evaluation includes certain standardized and school-developed tests of academic proficiency for first through eighth grade applicants, and includes a full-day school visit. Kindergarten applicants are screened for developmental readiness, by appointment, in January and February. Admission decisions will take into account the applicant’s performance in the evaluation session, his history in previous schools, and information gained through informal, personal interaction with the family and the applicant. Submission of Applications: Each year a filing date is set for kindergarten applications. A priority filing date is set for applications for K through eighth-grade applications, but are accepted all year, depending on availability of space.
Preferences in Admission: In considering applications, the Admission Committee may grant preference to boys who have brothers already enrolled in the school, sons of alumni, and sons of faculty members.
Non-discrimination in Admission: Cathedral School for Boys does not discriminate among applicants on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origins, religion, or sexual orientation; the school welcomes children of all religions and creeds.
For complete admission information, deadlines, and procedures, visit the website at www.cathedralschool.net.
Tuition and Fees Basic Costs: Each year, parents enter into a contract with the School for the enrollment of their son(s) and agree to pay the tuition fees as established by the Board of Trustees. These fees are payable according to the following plans: 1) in full by July 15; 2) in two installments, on July 15 and January 15; or 3) monthly through a tuition financing plan. Contact the school for further information. The tuition fees cover 80 percent of the cost of providing the program—including faculty and staff salaries, textbooks and essential instructional materials, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and various support services. The School has a vigorous fundraising program to generate the necessary additional income for the operations budget. The Headmaster is always available to go over the budget with inter- ested parents. Other Costs: Families will be billed separately for certain other costs their sons may incur in connec- tion with special offerings within the program (e.g., Extended Day, foreign language trips). In addition, families must purchase the required items of uniform dress for their sons, and from the fourth grade on, boys must have a binder and other ordinary school supplies, which they obtain at their expense.
Tuition: Tuition for all grades for the 2017–2018 school year is $31,200.
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