The Value of a Catholic Central Education

Grand Rapids Catholic Central High Schools is a Christ-centered institution  where in the Catholic tradition we affirm the value of rational inquiry and the human search for meaning in an intellectual journey that leads toward truth and ultimately, toward God. Take a look at the value that excellence provides:

We offer many Advanced Placement and Honors courses, as well as dual enrollment options for earning college credit.

CC students receive three times as many college credits for coursework completed in high school compared to the average Michigan high school student. They routinely earn between three and 30 college credits before graduating from high school. Many earn enough credits to enter college or university as sophomores, increasing the likelihood of completing a degree in four years or less.

CC graduates rank twice as high in college readiness compared to the state average. That means they enter college prepared to get A’s and B’s in the core college subjects of English, reading, math and science. Many “test out” of 100-level basic classes, saving on overall tuition costs and time spent toward degree completion.

Catholic Central graduates do not require remedial coursework on entering college or university and often enter their chosen field of study as freshmen. In Michigan it has been reported that up to 26 percent of freshmen must take remedial classes before being admitted to their degree programs, adding cost and years to their college careers.

Strong academic programs mean CC students traditionally are awarded generous amounts in academic scholarships. In 2011, seniors were awarded an average of about $36,000 in college scholarships.

In faith journeys that for many began right in their parish schools, Catholic Central students demonstrate their beliefs by performing 20,000 of hours of service in our communities last year.

Take advantage of the value of a Catholic high school education. Come talk to us:

Greg Deja, Principal, Catholic Central High School: 233-5803, gregdeja@grcss.org

Jackie Stetson, Admissions Director, Catholic Central High School: 233-5802, jackiestetson@grcss.org