School Overview
Saint Ignatius College Prep, a Jesuit Catholic school in the heart of Chicago, is a diverse community dedicated to educating young men and women for lives of faith, love, service and leadership. Through outstanding teaching and personal formation, the school challenges its talented student body to intellectual excellence, integrity, and life-long learning and growth. Inspired by the gospel of Jesus Christ, this community strives to use God's gifts to promote social justice for the greater glory of God. The Athletic Department endeavors to match the academic excellence of the school by offering twenty-five interscholastic sports for girls and boys. In most years, nearly sixty percent of the students at Saint Ignatius participate in interscholastic athletics.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$17,200
Enrollment
1363
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
82%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:17
AP
25
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2015)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #3 | Yale University | 1 |
| #4 | Columbia University | 1 |
| #4 | Stanford University | 3 |
| #4 | University of Chicago | 6 |
| #8 | Duke University | 1 |
| #9 | University of Pennsylvania | 3 |
| #10 | Johns Hopkins University | 1 |
| #12 | Northwestern University | 12 |
| #15 | Vanderbilt University | 2 |
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Academics
AP Courses
(25)|
Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Comparative Government and Politics
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Computer Science A
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Comparative Government and Politics
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Computer Science A
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English Literature and Composition
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Environmental Science
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European History
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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Music Theory
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Statistics
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United States History
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Art History
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Chinese Language and Culture
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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Psychology
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United States Government and Politics
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World History
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Contact Info
Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about St. Ignatius College Prep School
Tell me a bit about St. Ignatius College Prep School.
St. Ignatius College Prep School is Co-ed private day school located in Illinois, US. , and currently has about 1363 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.ignatius.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.ignatius.org.
Does St. Ignatius College Prep School have rigorous academic requirements?
St. Ignatius College Prep School is offering 25 AP courses.
St. Ignatius College Prep School also have 82% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
St. Ignatius College Prep School also have 82% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do St. Ignatius College Prep School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2015, some students attended Yale University, Columbia University, Stanford University, University of Chicago and Duke University.
What is the application requirement for St. Ignatius College Prep School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, St. Ignatius College Prep School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for St. Ignatius College Prep School?
The day tuition for St. Ignatius College Prep School in 2024 is
$17,200 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at elizabeth.carney@ignatius.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at elizabeth.carney@ignatius.org .
Where is St. Ignatius College Prep School located?
St. Ignatius College Prep School is located in the State of Illinois of USA. The closest major city is Chicago, which is about 2 miles away from school. Most families can choose O‘Hare International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is St. Ignatius College Prep School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, St. Ignatius College Prep School is within top 1000 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also St. Ignatius College Prep School has been favorited by 3 users.
Also St. Ignatius College Prep School has been favorited by 3 users.
How do I complete an application for St. Ignatius College Prep School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about St. Ignatius College Prep School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit St. Ignatius College Prep School’s official site: http://www.ignatius.org or call them at (312)421-5900.
Also it is highly recommended to visit St. Ignatius College Prep School’s official site: http://www.ignatius.org or call them at (312)421-5900.
Are there additional schools that are located close to St. Ignatius College Prep School?
Yes, here are few:
Children Of Peace School, Frances Xavier Ward School and St. Procopius School.
The closest major city is Chicago. You can find out more schools near Chicago here.
The closest major city is Chicago. You can find out more schools near Chicago here.
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Nearby City
Chicago, located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Illinois, is one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the U.S. Known for its iconic skyline, the city boasts architectural marvels such as the Willis Tower and John Hancock Center. Chicago is also home to world-class museums, including the Art Institute of Chicago, famous for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. With a rich cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a legacy in jazz and blues music, Chicago stands as a hub of history, culture, and innovation.
Population (2022)
2,853,114
Cost of Living
Higher than average 22%
Nearby Airport
O‘Hare International Airport
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