admissions 1401 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607 | 919-834-1625 | www.cghsnc.org/admissions
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
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 [email protected].
• Submit the application with payment and signature. Please contact Mrs. McCarty, Director of Admissions with any questions. ([email protected])
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 [email protected].
• Submit your application with payment and signature. Please contact Mrs. McCarty, Director of Admissions with any questions. ([email protected])