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Academics A
Extracurriculars A
Community A
Reviews A
Mater Dei Catholic High School is a four-year co-educational high school in the Diocese of San Diego. In 2007, thanks in part to a generous grant from the ALSAM Foundation, Mater Dei Catholic subsumed Marian Catholic High School, continuing Marian’s legacy and tradition on a state of the art, 50-acre custom built facility in the Otay Ranch area of Chula Vista, just four miles north of the U.S.–Mexico International Border. Mater Dei Catholic continues to preserve its strong Catholic faith life while providing a cutting-edge 21st century holistic education through an innovative curriculum based on real-world application of knowledge.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$83600
Enrollment
1036
International Students
4.3%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:16
Endowment
$29.2 millions
AP
18
Average SAT Score
1320
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
22

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#2 Columbia University 2
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2
#6 Stanford University 2
#8 University of Pennsylvania 2
#9 California Institute of Technology 3
#9 Northwestern University 1
#14 Brown University 2
#17 Cornell University 2
#19 University of Notre Dame 2

AP Scores

(2022-2023)
Number of students took AP test
213
Number of tests taken
726
89%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(18)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
French Language and Culture
Physics 1
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
Art History
English Language and Composition
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
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Sports

(16)
Baseball
Basketball
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Baseball
Basketball
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
Wrestling
Cross Country
Swimming
Cheerleading
Rugby
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(44)
Animal Rescue Club
Art Club
Asian Pacific Islanders Club (APIC)
Asian Pop Culture Club
Chess Club
Choir Club
Animal Rescue Club
Art Club
Asian Pacific Islanders Club (APIC)
Asian Pop Culture Club
Chess Club
Choir Club
Latinoamericano
Comic Club
Creative Writing Club
Crusader Records
Culinary Club
Debate Club
eSports Club
Fiber Arts Club
Future Medical Careers Club
Girl Up Club
Hiking Club
Investment Club
Journaling Club
Mater Dei Welcoming Club
MDCHS Dance Club
Model UN
Music Club
NBA Fan Club
Ping Pong Club
Quiz Bowl
Robotics
School newspaper
Tutoring
Ukulele Club
Alzheimer's Awareness Club
American Red Cross
Book Club
Empathy Club
Fantasy Sports
Filed Hocky Club
Freshboom Dance Club
Full Stomach
Homeless Awareness
Immigration Youth
Junior Optimist
Key Club
Lacrosse Club
Magic Club
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Arts

(15)
Stagecraft
Theater
Art History
Ceramics
Computer Graphic
Studio Art
Stagecraft
Theater
Art History
Ceramics
Computer Graphic
Studio Art
Music
Video Production
3D Design
Choral
Film Studies
Photography
Art
Digital Photography
Digital Art
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School Link

Contact Info

https://www.materdeicatholic.org/
1615 Mater Dei Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91913
619-423-2121
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: 9-12 Boarding International students
Urban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1960
Campus Size: 48 acres
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Pre Interview: No Requirement

Frequently Ask Questions about Mater Dei Catholic School

Tell me a bit about Mater Dei Catholic School.
Mater Dei Catholic School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1960 , and currently has about 1036 students, 4.30% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.materdeicatholic.org/.
Does Mater Dei Catholic School have rigorous academic requirements?
Mater Dei Catholic School is offering 18 AP courses.

Mater Dei Catholic School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Mater Dei Catholic School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 34.71% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 15.7% go to top 25, and about 2.48% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Mater Dei Catholic School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Mater Dei Catholic 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 Mater Dei Catholic School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Mater Dei Catholic School in 2024 is $83,600 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
Where is Mater Dei Catholic School located?
Mater Dei Catholic School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Diego, which is about 13 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Diego International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Mater Dei Catholic School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Mater Dei Catholic School is among the most popular schools, within top 309 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Mater Dei Catholic School has been favorited by 57 users.
How to start with an application with Mater Dei Catholic School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Mater Dei Catholic School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Mater Dei Catholic School’s official site: https://www.materdeicatholic.org/ or call them at 619-423-2121.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Mater Dei Catholic School?
Yes, here are few: Calvary Christian Academy, Lutheran High School Of San Diego and St. John's Episcopal School-CA.

The closest major city is San Diego. You can find out more schools near San Diego here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Mater Dei Catholic School?
The overall rating for Mater Dei Catholic School is A.

The section ratings of Mater Dei Catholic School are:
A for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

San Diego, California
San Diego, located on the Pacific Ocean coast of Southern California, is known for its mild climate, extensive beaches, and vibrant cultural scene. With a population of 1,386,932 in 2020, it ranks as the eighth most populous city in the United States. The city is home to a deep-water harbor and a long history with the U.S. Navy. In recent years, San Diego has emerged as a hub for healthcare and biotechnology. It is also the second-largest city in California, after Los Angeles.
Population (2022) 1,279,329
Cost of Living Higher than average 47%
Nearby Airport San Diego International Airport
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