• Lakewood, CA (40 mins from downtown Los Angeles)
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SAINT JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

For over 57 years, Saint Joseph High School has been educating young women. We offer a rigorous college prep academic program and an endless list of co-curricular activities. At Saint Joseph, there is something for every student to enable her to become all of which woman is capable. We make sure that each Saint Joseph graduate leaves this campus confident and prepared for her next journey. Saint Joseph alumnae go on to become global leaders, executives, artists,scholars, and caregivers. Our pristine campus provides facilities for academics, athletic teams, and co-curricular activities. It is a safe place for young women to learn and thrive

1964

Year Founded

523

School Population

13

Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:13

5,500,000

Scholarships & Grants Awarded

14 Athletic Teams

Our sports programs create an inclusive environment where Christian values are reinforced, rich relationships are fostered, and school pride is nurtured. Sports are used as a tool to help students reach their best selves. We hope you choose to become a part of the St. Joseph sports community!

37 AP Classes

Saint Joseph High School Student's AP pass rate exceeds National rate by at least 10% or more in most courses. Recently added UC-approved courses include Sports Medicine, Film Studies, American Sign Language, Digital Photography, Spanish for the Health Professionals, and Creative Writing.

40 Clubs

Robotics , Medical Club, “Engineer Your World”, UCLA Mini Med School, and various internships expose our young women to STEM academic/career paths.Advanced technological learning is enabled by our “Smart Classrooms” and iPad “1 to 1” pilot program.


School Overview

  • Affiliation: All- Girl School
  • Dioceses: Archdiocese of Los Angeles
  • Year Founded: 1964
  • G rades Offered: 9th -12th
  • School Population: 523
  • Student/Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Advanced & Honors Courses: 37

Highlight Projects & Academic Courses

  • University of California Approved Courses
  • UCLA MINI Medical School
  • Smart Classroom
  • STEM, Engineering & Robotic
  • Internships

Student Life

  • Associated Student Body Leadership (Student Council)
  • Service clubs - Medical Club, Key Club
  • Animal Welfare Club, Jester Homegirls
  • Interest clubs - DIY Club, Taylor Swift Club, Anime Club
  • Organizations - Black Student Union, Ambassadors, Peer Helpers
  • CSF (California scholarship Federation), NHS (National Honor Society)
  • National Honor Societies in English, French, Italian, Spanish, and Math
  • Campus Ministry - altar server, Kairos retreat leaders, liturgical choir
  • Athletic Teams - May play a sport each season (fall, winter, and spring)
  • Cheer & Song - Both teams compete nationally and cheer for SJ & SJB
  • VAPA - theater, dance company, choir, film, studio art classes
  • Academic Decathlon, mock trial, and robotics team

Athletics

Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports
Cross Country Basketball Beach Volleyball
Flag Football Cheerleading Gymnastics
Golf Soccer Softball
Tennis Water Polo Swim
Volleyball Wrestling Track & Field

Advanced Placement Courses


* Indicates Seton Hill Program

English

  • Language & Composition*, Literature & Composition*

Social Studies

  • Government and Politics (Seton Hill pending), Psychology, US History*, World History

Mathematics

  • Calculus AB*, Calculus BC*, Pre-Calculus (Seton Hill pending), Statistics

Science

  • Biology*, Chemistry*, Environmental Science, Physics (Seton Hill pending)

Visual and Performing arts

  • Art History, Studio Art

Technology

  • Computer Science Principles

World Languages

  • Spanish Language & Culture*

RoadMap

Total Tuition & Homestay: $53,980

Inculded
  • Campus Activities
  • Two Airport Transfers (Pick-up & Drop-off)
  • School Registration Fees
  • School Sports & Clubs
  • After-class teacher extra support & tutoring
  • 3 City & Local Excursion Trips
  • 10-month Homestay includes:
    • Breakfast & dinner from Mon - Fri
    • 3 meals on weekend
    • Transportation to school (driven or school bus)
Not Inculded
  • Textbooks ($400)
  • Medical Insurance ($1,100)
  • School Lunch ($8 ~ 12 per meal)
  • Uniforms $400
  • Additional Progressive ESL Fees:
    • ESL Level 1 (TOEFL 60 to 80): $4,000 for 1 ESL credit course
    • ESL Level 2 (Below TOEFL 60): $7,700 for 2 ESL credit courses

Admission

Admission Requirements
  • Intake: August & January
  • Grade: 9 - 12
  • GPA: 2.8 / 4.0 or 78% above
  • Direct Entry English Requirement:
    • TOEFL: 80
    • IELTS: 6
    • Duolingo: 115
    • MET: 64
  • ESL Support English Requirement: (Determined by Interview)
    • TOEFL: 50
    • IELTS: 4.0
    • Duolingo: 80
    • MET: 40
Admission Checklist
  • Student Information (names, parents' names, mobile phone, email, home address, etc.), Student Passport, Visa & I-20 copy (if applicable)
  • Academic Transcripts from the past 3 years (originals and English translation)
  • A copy of English language test result. We accept:
    • TOEFL
    • IELTS
    • DUOLINGO
    • SLATE
    • MET (Our own test. Contact us to arrange it)
  • Two Teacher Recommendation Letters
    • 1 x Math Teacher Recommendation Letter
    • 1 x English Teacher Recommendation Letter

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