University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy

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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: 598 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $18,300
  • Average class size: 21 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

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1877
Colors
White, Maroon
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 4, 2027
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Campus Size
13 acres

Student Body

Total Students
598 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
21 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1300
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
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
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

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
39 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academy Junior SenateArabic Club
beNiceUDJBlack Awareness Society for Education (BASE)
Board Game ClubBusiness Club
Chaldean ClubChess Team
Cub Annual (Yearbook)Cub Broadcast
Cub News (Newspaper)Cub Sportscast
Dungeons and Dragons ClubEnvironmental Club
ForensicsGeneration of Promise
Ignatian Service CorpsInterfaith Club
International Food ClubJunior Classical League
Labre MinistryLatin Club
Mock TrialModel United Nations
National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society
Outdoor ClubPastoral Team
Politics ClubQuiz Bowl
Right to Life ClubRobotics
Sailing ClubStudent Senate
Theological Society


Arts and Music Programs:
Inscape (Student Literary Magazine)Stage Crew
Theatre


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports Team

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) OR PSAT 8/9 results in lieu of the HSPT
  • Application
  • Grades from the previous two years
  • Previous standardized test results
  • Admissions Essay (high school applicants only, prompt is on the application)
  • Completed Math Evaluation Form (available in your admissions checklist)
  • Completed English Evaluation Form(availableinyouradmissionschecklist)
  • Cub for a Day visit OR Student Interview
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 29, 2027
  • High School:January 21, 2027at 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

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 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, E-sports, 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?
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.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MI School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 598 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $18,300
  • Average class size: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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