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Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School is a Catholic educational community committed to providing a quality secondary education for young women.
In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy and their foundress, Catherine McAuley, we prepare students to live in a complex, dynamic society by teaching them to think critically, communicate effectively, respond compassionately to the needs of their community and assume roles of Christian leadership.
In partnership with parents, we empower young women to acknowledge their giftedness and to make decisions with a well-developed moral conscience.
We foster an appreciation of the diversity of the global community and a quest for knowledge and excellence as life long goals.
National English Honor SocietyNational French Honor Society
National Honor SocietyNational Spanish Honor Society
Primary ColorsQuill and Scroll
Respect Life ClubSADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)
Science ClubStudent Ambassadors
Student CouncilU.N.I.T.Y. (United Nationalities Integrated Through You)
Varsity ClubWriting Club
Arts and Music Programs:
A Cappella ChoirAll-School Musical
Costume & Make-Up CrewInternational Thespian Society
Liturgical MusiciansMac Melody Choir
Stage CrewTech Crew
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural SportsRoad Runners
Sailing Club
School Notes
School Mascot: Mighty Mac
The following guidelines apply to any student wishing to enroll
as a first year incoming student. -An 8th grade student
should take the High School Placement Test (HSPT) Exam given at
Mother McAuley in January, prior to her elementary school
graduation. -Acceptance is based on the results of the placement
test, availability of places in our programs, pre-admission
information provided by the elementary school and payment of the
required Freshman fee. -Consideration is given to Catholic students
and students whose sister(s) currently attend or have attended
McAuley, or whose mother was a graduate. -Students who test at
Mother McAuley are given priority.If a student is not placed
in the initial selection process, she will be placed on a waiting
list according to the academic group for which she qualifies. If an
opening develops, the administration will contact the parents.
-Students must have successfully graduated from elementary school
and have met elementary school financial commitments. The
following guidelines apply to any student wishing to enroll as a
transfer student. -The student must have at least a 3.0 G.P.A. -The
student must demonstrate an ability for the academic program. -The
student must have a good disciplinary and attendance record at her
previous high school. -Students are normally accepted only at the
beginning of the school year. Contact the Admissions Office at
773-881-6534. Non-Discrimination Policy Mother McAuley Liberal Arts
High School admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic
origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally
accorded or made available at the school. It does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in
administration of its educational policies, scholarship programs,
and athletic and other school-administered programs.
How much does Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School cost?
Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School's tuition is approximately $11,100 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School?
The acceptance rate of Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School offer?
Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School?
The application deadline for Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School is Jan. 14 / May. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 14 / May. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School located?
Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School is located in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other private schools located in Mount Greenwood.
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