HT AT A GLANCE
Become the best version of yourself at Holy Trinity High School. Founded in 1910 by the Brothers of Holy Cross, we are a values-based Catholic school with a diverse and inclusive community.
We set rigorous standards in our college preparatory curriculum. Our AP and honors courses will prepare you to succeed once you graduate. Because education continues beyond the classroom, we will encourage you to also participate in fine arts, athletics and student life programs.
To ensure your success, we created a personalized approach to education. Our exceptional faculty and supportive programs will meet you where you’re at and give you the tools you need to realize your full potential. We are small by design, so every student here is known and valued.
Your time at Holy Trinity is an investment that yields a lifetime of academic, spiritual and personal development. We are committed to making HT affordable for every admitted student and look forward to welcoming you here.
WELCOME
1910Year HT Was Founded By
Brothers of Holy Cross
350Students Enrolled
55ZIP Codes Represented In the
Student Body
26AP & Honors
Courses Offered
25Co-Curricular Opportunities
12Athletic Teams
63%Faculty with Masters Degree
or Higher
70%Students Receive Need-Based
Financial Aid from HT
56%Students Receive Merit-Based
Aid from Outside Partners
2% BI-RACIAL3% WHITE
53% HISPANIC
32% BLACK
10%ASIAN
WE ARE HOLY TRINITY
TUITION & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEWe offer extensive scholarships and financial assistance. With funding available for both need and merit, we are committed to making a Holy Cross education viable for you.
• Tuition: $8,200
• Books, uniforms and fees: Approximately $600
• 70% of students receive need-based financial aid from Holy Trinity, with awards up to $4,000
• 56% of students receive merit-based scholarships from outside partners
“Coming from a public school, I didn’t think a Catholic
education would be possible until Holy Trinity. Moshay
is becoming braver, more confident and a better
advocate for herself. With three honors classes, her
courses are challenging, but she has learned to study
and go to teachers for help. Thanks to that support,
Moshay earned a 4.2 GPA!”- Monica, mother of Moshay ‘20
Holy Trinity High School, a Catholic school in the Holy Cross tradition, challenges and nurtures students academically, spiritually and personally, as they prepare to lead lives of leadership and service. We educate the hearts and minds of a richly diverse community of students, united by our core values:
DISCIPLINE | Holy Trinity students are responsible, respectful and diligent in working to achieve their goals.
INTEGRITY | Holy Trinity students are honest, they take ownership of their actions and academic work, and they follow through on their commitments.
EXCELLENCE | Holy Trinity students exemplify a tireless desire to achieve to the best of their God-given abilities and talents.
FAMILY | Holy Trinity students treat each other as brothers and sisters in Christ, communicating openly and acting with each other in mind.
ZEAL | Holy Trinity students live passionately, are inspired by their faith and are willing to lead others in the pursuit of justice.
STUDENT SUCCESSES
100% graduation rate
100% college acceptance rate
95% of graduates are attending 4-year colleges and universities
107 AP exams administered
57% of AP students score 3 or higher on their exams, the typical threshold for receiving college credit
46% NON-
CATHOLIC
54% CATHOLIC
14% CHARTER
ELEM.
32% PUBLIC
ELEMENARY
53% CATHOLIC
ELEMENARY
1% PRIVATE ELEMENTARY
RIGOROUS ACADEMICS ROBUST STUDENT LIFEADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
English Literature & CompositionSpanish Language & CultureStudio Art: DrawingCalculus ABPhysics 1U.S. Government & Politics
COLLEGE PREP
ENGLISH *Freshman English *Sophomore English *Junior English *British Literature & CompositionAP English Literature & CompositionFilm AnalysisSpeechCreative WritingPublications Production
MATHEMATICS*Algebra I & II*Geometry*Pre-CalculusAP Calculus ABDiscrete Mathematics
HISTORY & SOCIAL STUDIES*World History*U.S. History*Economics*PsychologyWorld GeographyGovernment & LawAP U.S. Government & PoliticsAfrica, Asia & Latin America TodayHolocaust
SCIENCEPhysical Science*Biology*ChemistryPhysicsAP Physics I*Anatomy & Physiology Earth & Space Science
FOREIGN LANGUAGE Latin I (Latin II in 2018)Spanish I, II & *IIISpanish for Native Speakers I & IIAP Spanish Language & Culture
BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGYB-STEM I: Application Design &
ImplementationB-STEM II: Intro to Tech. Entrepreneurship Computer ApplicationsAdvanced Computer ApplicationsIntegrated Business Principles / VEINetwork for Teaching EntrepreneurshipRobotics & Engineering I & II
RELIGIONChristian MoralityChurch HistoryFoundations of the FaithPrayer & SpiritualityScriptureSocial JusticeWorld Religions
FINE ARTSArt FoundationsArt PortfolioArt & Technology
Ceramics & Advanced CeramicsDrawing FundamentalsAP Studio Art: DrawingPaintingTheater Art I & IIBand & Advanced Band
PHYSICAL EDUCATIONPhysical Education I & IIHealthWellness/Personal FitnessIntramurals
* Honors levels available
STUDENT CLUBS
ACADEMICDebate TeamMath ClubNational Honor Society
FINE ARTSArtistry GuildDance TeamDrama ClubGospel ChoirPoetry Club
LEADERSHIP Girl EmpowermentLink CrewPeer MinistryStudent AmbassadorsStudent GovernmentYoung Alumni Connection
CULTURALBlack Student UmojaClub Raices
JOURNALISMStudent NewspaperYearbook
SPECIAL INTERESTSAV ClubBook ClubChess ClubLeague of Legends ClubPet ClubRobotics ClubYoga Club
TIGER ATHLETICS
Baseball – BoysBasketball – Boys & GirlsCross Country – Co-EdCrew–- GirlsFlag Football – Co-EdSoccer – Boys & GirlsSoftball – GirlsTrack & Field – Co-EdVolleyball – Boys & Girls
TRADITIONS
ConvocationHT DayService DaySenior RobingCommencement
SUPPORTIVE PROGRAMMING
Academic Support ProgramBig Brothers Big SistersCollege Visit ProgramCorporate InternshipsResource Learning CenterStep Up & Project Coach
“B-STEM is an integrated curriculum offering
advanced level courses in business, science technology,
engineering and mathematics. Most
high school students are not expected to
design a business plan, but we do! B-STEM is
pushing me to limits I didn’t even know I
could reach.”- Julieanne, ‘18
“HT does a really good job of exposing you
to the business world through the Corporate
Internship program. This is an opportunity and
experience I could’t get at any other school. I am building my resume and
gaining confidence so I know I can reach my
college and career goals.” - Silvia ‘18
HT GOES FARSINCE 2006, 100% OF OUR GRADUATES HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED
TO THE COLLEGE OR PROGRAM OF THEIR CHOICE.
University of California - San Diego
University of ChicagoColumbia CollegeUniversity of ColoradoConnecticut CollegeDePaul UniversityDePauw UniversityDenison UniversityFurman UniversityHoly Cross College
Howard UniversityUniversity of IllinoisIllinois Institute of TechnologyIowa State UniversityKenyon CollegeKnox CollegeLoyola UniversityMarquette UniversityThe Ohio State UniversityPurdue UniversityRutgers University
University of San FranciscoUniversity of Southern CaliforniaSpelman CollegeStonehill CollegeSt. Edward’s UniversitySt. Olaf CollegeValparaiso UniversityWabash CollegeUniversity of Wisconsin
Juan, ‘14Juan transferred to Holy Trinity his sophomore year in search of more rigorous academics. At HT, Juan was accepted into honors classes, where he discovered a strong affinity for business and math. He dreamed of attending a small college out of state, but didn’t know how to get there. Through HT’s College Visit Program, he visited Stonehill College (MA) and St. Edward’s University (TX). Juan knew Stonehill was where he belonged as soon as he stepped on campus. HT’s counselors guided him through the scholarship process, helping him earn full funding through scholarships and grants. Juan will graduate from Stonehill in 2018 with a degree in finance.
Our one-of-a-kind college prep programs allow our scholars to set their sights farther than they ever thought possible. At no cost to our families, we provide:
• COLLEGE FAIRS and visits with college admission representatives on the HT campus.
• ACT PREP to strategically help students reach their maximum score.
• COLLEGE 101, a college bootcamp class that prepares students for life on a college campus.
• FAFSA WORKSHOPS for HT families.
• COLLEGE VISIT PROGRAM, the only one of its kind in Chicago, sends students across the country to experience competitive universities first hand. Visits are underwritten by HT.
We make finding the right school for you our first priority. Our counselors work with you to understand your personal strengths, goals and personality, helping you discover colleges and programs that fit your needs and goals.
Your college search won’t be limited by distance.HT will cover the costs to send you cross-country! Visit the campus of a college you’ve been accepted to and discover firsthand if a school is right for you.
37College Campus Visits, from
Coast to Coast, Through HT’s College Visit Program
$8MAwarded to Class of 2017 in
Collegiate Scholarships & Grants, Including 7 Full-Tuition
Scholarships!
Colleges and universities our recent graduates were recently accepted to include:
Tobi ‘17Upon receiving admission to several top-50 universities, Tobi narrowed down his choices Ohio State and University of Southern California. Through HT's College Visit Program, Tobi toured both campuses. "I truly started to bleed cardinal and gold the instant I stepped on USC's campus," he says. "I feel USC is the right place to go to further the development and education I received at Holy Trinity." Tobi credits his honors and AP courses, ACT prep program and the guidance he received at HT with helping him receive the equivalent of a full-ride scholarship to the school of his choice. "I've taken all of what HT has taught me and, in combination with my own efforts, I have been able to achieve feats that most people wouldn't expect from the child of immigrants."
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OPEN HOUSESaturday, October 21, 2017, 9 a.m. – noonThursday, November 30, 2017, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Tour Holy Trinity, meet faculty and staff, learn about the school’s academic programs, sports, clubs, traditions and more.
SHADOW DAYSTuesdays & Fridays, September – November
Experience HT! Current 7th & 8th grade students are paired with a student for a day.
ENTRANCE EXAMSaturday, December 2, 2017, 8 a.m.
Take your first step in joining the Class of 2022! Take the entrance exam and submit your 6th, 7th and 8th grade records (required).
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Holy Trinity offers the most extensive scholarship and financial assistance program among Chicago's high schools. With funding available for both need and merit, we work hard to ensure that tuition won’t stand in the way of a student’s success.
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BEGIN YOUR EXPERIENCE AT HOLYTRINITY-HS.ORG/VISITHoly Trinity High School, 1443 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642 | 773-278-4212 |
Holy Trinity is conveniently located in the Noble Square / Wicker Park area, a safe, walkable
neighborhood with easy access to I-90/94, the Blue Line train and the Milwaukee, Division & Ashland bus lines.