admissions1401 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607 | 919-834-1625 | www.cghsnc.org/admissions

Welcome Parents

It is my sincere pleasure to introduce

you to Cardinal Gibbons High School

and the Admissions process. As you visit

our website and begin the online application

process, please know that I am here to help

you during this exciting time. At Cardinal

Gibbons we offer many outstanding academic,

spiritual, and extracurricular programs in a

fantastically friendly family atmosphere. I look

forward to welcoming you to the Gibbons

family where you and your student will enjoy

strong academics, activities for everyone

and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Sincerely,

Marianne McCarty,

Director of Admissions

mmccarty@cghsnc.org

919-834-1625 x 209

Cardinal Gibbons Offers:

OUR SPIRITUAL LIFE PROGRAM:• Outreach ministries to the underprivileged, the hungry, the elderly and the

homeless. Pallbearer Society and March for Life.

• Diocesan Leadership opportunities in vocations, Diocese of Raleigh Liturgy, Middle School Retreats.

• A retreat designed for students in each grade.

OUR COLLEGE PREPARATORY EXPERIENCE:• Our ten Academic Departments offer over 150 college preparatory, honors

as well as 19 AP courses.

• A comprehensive Fine Arts Program with over 50 music, theatre, dance and visual arts classes.

• An innovative technology program to enhance teaching and learning and to prepare students for the modern college and beyond.

• State-of-the-art educational facilities, including a MakerSpace with a 3D printer.

• Entrepreneurship Program, offering internship opportunities.

• Leadership development, including the student-led Middle School Leadership Conference.

• A student-faculty ratio of 14-1.

OUR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:• Ninety-seven percent of our graduates go on to four-year

colleges/universities.

• The Class of 2015 reported over $10 million in scholarships.

• Cardinal Gibbons students’ average SAT scores consistently exceed those of students in Wake County and the nation.

OUR ATHLETIC PROGRAM:• Over 50 sports teams of varying levels, including varsity, junior varsity,

and freshman.

• A Strength and Conditioning Director and college-level Strength and Conditioning Program for all students.

OUR STUDENT ACTIVITIES PROGRAM:• Over 40 different clubs, including robotics, video, speech and debate,

Science Olympiad, student council, drama and design.

• Numerous events and trips, including coffee house nights, and trips to Italy and Western Europe.

“I love Gibbons because it has a welcoming atmosphere that encourages you to follow

your passions and dreams. Gibbons gives you endless opportunities to excel in academics,

athletics, arts, music, or anything you please.” Joe Mann ’17

“Each school day at drop off, I rest assured knowing that my daughter’s education is in

capable hands. I value the “holistic” approach offered through a Gibbons’ education – one that nurtures the mind, body, and spiritual

development of its students.”Diane Uzarski - Parent of Joey Uzarski ’18

“Cardinal Gibbons gave me the confidence to pursue a challenging major, participate in undergraduate research, and take on leadership roles in college. Looking back, I could never have done this without my

Gibbons experience. It’s still a huge part of me. Thank you, Gibbons!”

Jordan Watkins ’13 Industrial Engineering | Clemson University

Spend the Day as a Student Visitor

The four years you spend in high school may be the most formative years of

your life. Therefore, choosing your perfect ‘fit’ is an important experience. We invite you to come and spend the day with our Cardinal Gibbons community.

Each student visitor will be paired with a Cardinal Gibbons Student Ambassador. If you are interested in becoming a Cardinal Gibbons Student Visitor, please fill out the form online under student visitors. You will be contacted once your application to visit has been received and processed.

For more detailed information, to schedule a visit, or to complete the online visitor request form, please visit www.cghsnc.org/studentvisitor.

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Admissions Timeline

SEE YOU IN AUGUST

DECEMBERAdmissions placement test

JANUARY Admissions placement test

Deadline to submit application and semester report cards

Deadline to submit documents for students with learning differences

Completed applications forwarded to the Admissions Committee

JANUARY/FEBRUARYFine Arts auditions & deadline to apply to Visual Arts program

Notification date

MARCHFreshman Parent Welcome meeting (course placement and test results distributed)

Foreign language placement test

Acceptance packet & fee due

APRILFinancial aid application deadline

MAYFinancial aid notification

Mission Statement

Cardinal Gibbons High School is a college preparatory school of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh. We embrace the mission of Jesus Christ: to form men and women of faith, service, and

leadership in church and community.

Online applications can found at www.cghsnc.org/applicationprocess

Application Process For Rising 9th Grade Students

• Go to the website www.cghsnc.org/application and begin. Be sure to click on the Schoolrecs link on the introduction page to request the teacher recommendation.

• Download the Parish Affiliation form and take to your Parish office, if applicable.

• If your student has a passion for the arts and wants to begin art as a freshman, click on the fine arts dates to remember link.

• Register for the Foreign Language Placement Test if desired.

• Enter all of the information on the online application, including choosing a date and registering for the High School Placement Test (HSPT). Remember to upload the student essay.

• If attending a school other than a Catholic Middle school email or mail semester grades to mmccarty@cghsnc.org.

• Submit the application with payment and signature. Please contact Mrs. McCarty, Director of Admissions with any questions. (mmccarty@cghsnc.org)

Application Process for Transfer Students

• Go to the website www.cghsnc.org/application and begin. Be sure to click on the Schoolrecs link on the introduction page to request your student’s one teacher recommendation. Remember to upload the student essay.

• Download the Parish Affiliation form and take to your Parish office, if applicable.

• Email or mail high school transcript, including most recent semester grades to mmccarty@cghsnc.org.

• Submit your application with payment and signature. Please contact Mrs. McCarty, Director of Admissions with any questions. (mmccarty@cghsnc.org)