University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy (Top-Ranked Private School for 2026)

8400 S Cambridge Avenue
Detroit, MI 48221

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Tel: (313) 927-2307

www.uofdjesuit.org

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University of Detroit Jesuit High School is committed to providing the highest quality of Jesuit college preparatory education to young men throughout metropolitan Detroit.

U of D Jesuit, in collaboration with parents, will challenge its students to go beyond academic excellence, to be reflective, to be committed to the service of personal faith and the promotion of justice-: to be "Men for Others." As part of its mission, U of D Jesuit will provide an atmosphere of learning and individual spiritual development that reaches into the larger community.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MI School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 680 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,300
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1877

Colors

White, Maroon

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Campus Size

13 acres

Student Body

Total Students

680 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 19%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

53 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

22 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

16 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Average SAT score

1300

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Button-down shirt, tie, belt, dress pants, and dress shoes

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$18,300

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Tuition Notes

As of the 2025-2026 school year, the tuition for grades 9-12 is $18,300 and the tuition for grades 7 and 8 is $14,000

% on Financial Aid

50%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Atif Lodhi

Admissions Associate

Blair Ramsey

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

Track and FieldWrestling

School Notes

School Motto: For the Greater Glory of God
School Mascot: Cubs

The Admissions process at U of D Jesuit for both the high school and the Academyinvolves several steps. They include:

AnEntrance Exam(High School Placement Test or Academy Entrance Exam)
Completed Application
Grades from the previous two years
Previous standardized test results
Completed High School Evaluation Form or Academy Evaluation Form(available in yourmyUDJ checklist)
Other standardized test scores from the past two years
Cub for a Day visit (optional)

If your son has an IEP or a 504 plan, please upload it into hisadmissions checklistor email it to the U of D Jesuit Admissions Office at[email protected].

Once the admissions checklist is complete,theapplication file will then be evaluated by the Admissions Office and our Admissions Committee.

Early Admissions DecisionRelease Date:

Academy:January 17, 2025
High School:January 24, 2025 at 4 PM

After this date, admissions decisions will be released on a rolling basis.

U of D Jesuitconsiders students who earn average-to-above average grades and score grade level and above on standardized tests.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Gus Johnson '85 - FOX Sports College Football
- Ned Blackhawk '89 - 2023 National Book Award Winner
- Br. Guy Consolmagno '70 - Vatican Astronomer
- Connor Barwin '05 - NFL Player (Retired), Pro-Bowler
- Robert Fisher '77 - Bishop, Archdiocese of Detroit
- Sam Richardson '02 - Emmy-award winning actor
- Elmore Leonard '43 - Novelist, known for works like "Get Shorty" and "3:10 to Yuma"
- Cassius Winston '16 - Big Ten Basketball Player of the Year, 2019
- James Curran '62 - Scientist
- Otis Brawley '77 - Former Chief Medical and Scientific Officer and Executive Vice President of the American Cancer Society

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy cost?

University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy's tuition is approximately $18,300 for private students.

What schools are University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy often compared to?

University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Loyola High School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy?

University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy famous alumni include: Gus Johnson '85, Ned Blackhawk '89, Br. Guy Consolmagno '70, Connor Barwin '05, Robert Fisher '77, Sam Richardson '02, Elmore Leonard '43, Cassius Winston '16, James Curran '62 and Otis Brawley '77.

Does University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy offer?

University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling. University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.

What is University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy's ranking?

University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy?

The application deadline for University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy located?

University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy is located in the Bagley neighborhood of Detroit, MI.