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HOW TO APPLY ONLINE:
The priority round of admissions closed on January 31, 2020. Applications received after this date will be considered as space permits and waitlists will be formed.
Applications and all required documents should be submitted as quickly as possible. To be considered for admission to Bishop Diego, the following steps are required:
- Review the Admission Criteria listed below this section
- Submit an online application & non-refundable application fee. Scheduling of the Entrance Placement Test (8th graders only) and the Personal Interview can be completed within the online application. Requests for recommendations and transcripts will also be facilitated during the online application process.
- Complete the Personal Essay (prospective 10th and 11th-grade students only - found within the applicant checklist)
- Contact the Admissions Office at ext. 114 to schedule the Entrance Placement Test (prospective freshmen only)
- Contact the Admissions Office at ext. 114 to schedule a date for the Personal interview
- Submit requests for recommendations from English and Math teachers and Principal or Academic Advisor (done electronically within the online application)
- Download the Request for Transcripts form from the application checklist within the online application
BISHOP DIEGO ADMISSION CRITERIA:
Students are admitted to Bishop Diego High School on the basis of their desire to attend Bishop, their academic record, performance on the Entrance Placement Test (for 9th-grade applicants only), recommendations, and the student's willingness to abide by the school’s philosophy, rules, regulations, and standards. Students entering 9th grade must have graduated from 8th grade. Ideally, students are admitted at the beginning of a semester but may be admitted as late as a quarter marking period. All admission inquiries are facilitated by the Director of Admissions.
Entrance Requirements:
- Desire to attend Bishop Diego High School
- Entrance Placement Test (prospective freshmen only) - This will be scheduled within the online application
- Personal Essay (written during the Entrance Placement Exam for freshmen) - Prompt available within the online application
- Personal Interview with Bishop leadership - This will be scheduled within the online application
- Review of report cards from two previous years of school and current grades - Request for Transcripts form available within the online application
- 2.5 GPA with no "D" or “F” semester grade marks (on a 2.0 = C scale)
- Satisfactory Citizenship and Work Habits marks (marks of “U” or "N" may preclude an applicant from admission)
- Satisfactory school attendance
Sophomore/Junior transfer students:
In addition to the applicable requirements above, transfer students will be evaluated on their ability to meet BDHS graduation requirements over four semesters. Senior students are admitted on a rare case by case basis.
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