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You have options when it comes to choosing a high school for your child. Families must consider several important factors such as the school’s academic strengths, Catholic identity, community life and its location. With so many choices, parents and their children deserve access to information about all schools in the community and in the Archdiocese.

As you browse the admissions pages, we also invite you to discover more about Chaminade Julienne by watching our Virtual Tour. If you would like to know more about the admissions process at CJ directly, please click the following link to go over the Admissions Overview.

Excellent Academics

A Top 6% School

In May 2012, the Washington Post ranked Chaminade Julienne among the top 6 percent of all United States schools (public and private) through its data-driven High School Index Challenge. Read more about the nationwide High School Index Challenge >

A Leader in STEMM Education

Chaminade Julienne is the only Catholic high school in the nation that is dually certified to provide Project Lead the Way engineering and biomedical sciences curriculum. These rigorous and innovative courses allow students to earn up to 16 hours of college credit while still in high school. Explore CJ’s STEMM and Project Lead the Way programs >

Tops in College Success Data

Chaminade Julienne holds itself accountable for how well its students are prepared to succeed after high school by tracking college success data. Tracking performance trends of recent graduates allows CJ to target and strengthen the school’s areas for improvement, benefitting future and current students alike.

According to data provided by the National Student Clearinghouse, 93 percent of CJ grads enroll in college their first year away from high school and 94 percent of those students return for a second year of college. Additionally, the percentage of CJ students who receive a college degree within six years or less of graduation ranks second among all area school districts. Learn more about how CJ tracks student success after high school >

Catholic Faith

Meet the Ministry & Service Team

Chaminade Julienne has one of the largest high school ministry and service teams in the state, comprised of three full-time and three part-time staff members. Sister Nicle Trahan, a Marianist Sister, and Father Matt Robben, chaplain, serve on that team. CJ also has two deacons on staff. Meet the CJ campus Ministry Team >

An Emphasis on Service and Justice

Every year, Chaminade Julienne students complete more than 10,000 community service hours over and above what is required. As part of the experience, students may choose to participate in various enrichment opportunities on the local, national and international scale. Various summer mission trips include stops in Cincinnati, Ohio; Solsberry, Ind.; Detroit, Mich.; and Punta Gorda, Belieze in South America. Find out more about service learning opportunities for CJ students >

Worshiping Together

Students regularly attend mass together at Emmanuel Church, located conveniently next to campus on Franklin Street. Emmanuel is one of the largest and oldest churches in the Dayton Area.

Additionally, CJ students, parents and community members have the opportunity to attend daily morning mass in the school’s chapel (located in the annex near the business office) with Fr. Matt Robben, celebrant. View the student and community Liturgy schedule >

Location

Connection to Dayton

Located on the corner of Franklin and Ludlow Streets, CJ is within walking distance of the University of Dayton, Sinclair Community College, Holy Angels Parish, Brown Street and many other great locations. Every spring, CJ seniors receive their diplomas at the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center six blocks north of campus. Locate other amenities and attractions in downtown Dayton >

A Growing Campus

Since 2010, recent campus developments at Chaminade Julienne have included the additions of Blue Green Field, the Student Conditioning Center, and the Eagle Tennis Center (see each for yourself). In 2012, renovations in the main building updated learning spaces including the Library/Media Center and our new demonstration classroom in room 126. Come see for yourself! Schedule a tour or shadow day for your family or student >

Enriched Community

We are One in Family & Spirit

CJ students come from more than 60 different institutions and 50 zip codes across the Miami Valley. Our enriched community provides a truly unique culture where students learn and grow from one another to become global citizens. Our students are educated to become lifelong learners who are people of compassion, integrity and service. Hear how our students feel about their experience at CJ >

See for Yourself!

• Experience the CJ community from anywhere. Customize a Virtual Tour today at tour.cjeagles.org

• Schedule a shadow day for your 8th grader or arrange a tour with your family today!

• Attend our 8th grade Open House on Sunday, Oct. 28 from 1 to 4 p.m.

• Register to take the High School Placement Test on Saturday, Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to noon.

• Mark your calendar: The Dayton Regional STEMM Festival is Saturday, Nov. 17 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Admissions Forms & INformation

Admissions Criteria

Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School admits students who want to continue to develop their faith, strive to reach their highest academic potential and are self-disciplined. Admissions decisions are made using standardized test scores, writing samples, past academic performance and teacher recommendations. While CJ does not use pre-determined test scores, a balanced academic record and extra-curricular involvement are the best indicators of academic success at CJ.