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B- 4.0 Pennsylvania, US
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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
B-
Matriculation C
Academics B-
Extracurriculars B
Community A+
Reviews C
Cardinal O'Hara is a regional, Catholic, coeducational high school that teaches and follows the gospel values of Jesus. Our purpose is to develop mature men and women and to prepare them to meet with confidence and faith the challenges of the academic, social, and technological world. Building on a history of pride, excellence, and tradition, our students are challenged by strong academic regimen and a diverse extracurricular program that foster individual talents and nurture respect for oneself and others through a spirit of service and compassion.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$11150
Enrollment
1067
International Students
4%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:17
AP
13
Average SAT Score
1265
Average ACT Score
24

Matriculation

(2020-2022)
Ranking University/College Students
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#13 Brown University 1 +
#13 Vanderbilt University 1 +
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#25 New York University 1 +
#25 University of Michigan 1 +
#29 Wake Forest University 1 +
#34 University of California: Irvine 1 +
#38 University of California: Davis 1 +
#51 Villanova University 1 +
#55 University of Washington 1 +
#62 University of Pittsburgh 1 +
#62 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 +
#67 University of Connecticut 1 +
#72 American University 1 +
#72 North Carolina State University 1 +
#77 Clemson University 1 +
#77 Michigan State University 1 +
#85 Washington College 1 +
#89 Howard University 1 +
SUNY University at Buffalo 1 +
#89 University of Delaware 1 +
#89 Ursinus College 1 +
LAC #18 University of Richmond 1 +
#100 Saint Mary's College 1 +
#105 Drexel University 1 +
#105 Rochester Institute of Technology 1 +
#115 University of South Carolina: Columbia 1 +
Arizona State University 1 +
#127 Thomas Jefferson University: East Falls 1 +
#137 George Mason University 1 +
#137 Seton Hall University 1 +
#137 University of Alabama 1 +
#137 University of Central Florida 1 +
#137 University of Kentucky 1 +
#137 University of New Hampshire 1 +
#151 Duquesne University 1 +
#151 James Madison University 1 +
#166 Xavier University 1 +
#176 Catholic University of America 1 +
#182 University of Rhode Island 1 +
#194 Rowan University 1 +
#202 La Salle University 1 +
#202 University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1 +
#212 Washington State University 1 +
#219 Misericordia University 1 +
#219 Widener University 1 +
LAC #45 Thomas Aquinas College 1 +
#234 University of Hartford 1 +
#234 University of Massachusetts Boston 1 +
#234 West Virginia University 1 +
#234 Wilkes University 1 +
#250 Immaculata University 1 +
#250 West Chester University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#285 DeSales University 1 +
#299 Marshall University 1 +
#299 Old Dominion University 1 +
#317 Alvernia University 1 +
Albright College 1 +
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania 1 +
Cabrini University 1 +
Christendom College 1 +
Coastal Carolina University 1 +
College of Charleston 1 +
College of Saint Rose 1 +
Delaware County Community College 1 +
Delaware State University 1 +
Delaware Valley University 1 +
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 1 +
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Norfolk State University 1 +
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Northampton Community College 1 +
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University of New Haven 1 +
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University of Tampa 1 +
University of the Sciences 1 +
Virginia State University 1 +
Williamson College of the Trades 1 +
York College of Pennsylvania 1 +
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2020-2022 Total
All schools 60
#6 University of Pennsylvania 1 + 1
#9 Brown University 1 + 1
#18 Vanderbilt University 1 + 1
#20 University of Notre Dame 1 + 1
#21 University of Michigan 1 + 1
#28 University of California: Davis 1 + 1
#33 University of California: Irvine 1 + 1
#35 New York University 1 + 1
#40 Rutgers University 1 + 1
#40 University of Washington 1 + 1
#47 Wake Forest University 1 + 1
#47 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 + 1
#58 University of Connecticut 1 + 1
#60 Michigan State University 1 + 1
#60 North Carolina State University 1 + 1
#67 University of Pittsburgh 1 + 1
#67 Villanova University 1 + 1
#76 SUNY University at Buffalo 1 + 1
#76 University of Delaware 1 + 1
#86 Clemson University 1 + 1
#98 Drexel University 1 + 1
#98 Rochester Institute of Technology 1 + 1
#105 George Mason University 1 + 1
#105 Arizona State University 1 + 1
#105 American University 1 + 1
#115 Howard University 1 + 1
#115 University of New Hampshire 1 + 1
#124 University of Central Florida 1 + 1
#124 James Madison University 1 + 1
#124 University of South Carolina: Columbia 1 + 1
#137 University of Alabama 1 + 1
#142 Thomas Jefferson University: East Falls 1 + 1
#151 Seton Hall University 1 + 1
#151 Duquesne University 1 + 1
#151 University of Rhode Island 1 + 1
#159 University of Kentucky 1 + 1
#163 St. John's University 1 + 1
#163 Rowan University 1 + 1
#178 Catholic University of America 1 + 1
#178 Washington State University 1 + 1
#201 La Salle University 1 + 1
#201 Xavier University 1 + 1
#201 University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1 + 1
#209 West Chester University of Pennsylvania 1 + 1
#216 University of Massachusetts Boston 1 + 1
#216 West Virginia University 1 + 1
#227 Misericordia University 1 + 1
#227 Widener University 1 + 1
#269 Wilkes University 1 + 1
#280 Old Dominion University 1 + 1
#280 Immaculata University 1 + 1
#280 DeSales University 1 + 1
#296 Alvernia University 1 + 1
#304 University of Hartford 1 + 1
#320 Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1 + 1
#332 Marshall University 1 + 1
Liberty University 1 + 1
Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1 + 1
Penn State University Park 1 + 1
University of California: Santa Cruz 1 + 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2020-2022 Total
All schools 6
#25 University of Richmond 1 + 1
#67 Thomas Aquinas College 1 + 1
#82 Saint Mary's College 1 + 1
#86 Ursinus College 1 + 1
#93 Washington College 1 + 1
#146 Albright College 1 + 1

AP Scores

(2023)
Number of students took AP test
155
Number of tests taken
260
54%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP

(13)
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
Psychology
United States History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
Computer Science Principles
United States Government and Politics
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Sports

(11)
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(38)
Art Club
Big Buddy
Cappies
Chess Club
Choir
Color Guard
Art Club
Big Buddy
Cappies
Chess Club
Choir
Color Guard
Community Service Corps (CSC)
Dance Team
Danny Hammond Dance Marathon (DHDM)
E-Sports
Genesis
Golden Touch
Hi-Q
Ice Hockey
Kairos
Lion Ambassadors
Lion Connection
Marching Band
Math Club
Mu Alpha Theta
Mock Trial
Multicultural Club
National Honor Society
Operation Santa Claus
Respect Life Club
Robotics
Rosary Club
Rugby
Spike Ball
Stage Crew
Student Council
Tech Club
Theater
Tri-M Music Honor Society
Ultimate Frisbee
Yearbook
WCOH
World Affairs
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Arts

(3)
Band
Vocal
Studio Art

Contact Info

https://www.cohs.com
1701 S Sproul Rd., Springfield, PA 19064
610-544-3800
ologue@cohs.com
Pennsylvania

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: 9-12
Urban
Year Founded: 1963
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Recommended
Boarding
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4.7
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4.8

Frequently Ask Questions about Cardinal O'hara High School

Tell me a bit about Cardinal O'hara High School.
Cardinal O'hara High School is Co-ed private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1963 , and currently has about 1067 students, 4.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.cohs.com.
Does Cardinal O'hara High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Cardinal O'hara High School is offering 13 AP courses.

Where do Cardinal O'hara High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2020-2022, some students attended University of Pennsylvania, Brown University, Vanderbilt University, University of Notre Dame and New York University.
What is the application requirement for Cardinal O'hara High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Cardinal O'hara High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Cardinal O'hara High School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Cardinal O'hara High School in 2024 is $11,150 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at ologue@cohs.com .
Where is Cardinal O'hara High School located?
Cardinal O'hara High School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 9 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Cardinal O'hara High School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Cardinal O'hara High School is within top 1000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Cardinal O'hara High School has been favorited by 3 users.
How to start with an application with Cardinal O'hara High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Cardinal O'hara High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Cardinal O'hara High School’s official site: https://www.cohs.com or call them at 610-544-3800.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Cardinal O'hara High School?
Yes, here are few: St. Dorothy School, Cornerstone High School and Benchmark School.

The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Cardinal O'hara High School?
The overall rating for Cardinal O'hara High School is B-.

The section ratings of Cardinal O'hara High School are:
C for Matriculation
B- for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
C for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Population (2022) 1,447,395
Cost of Living Higher than average 7%
Nearby Airport Philadelphia International Airport
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