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Encounter the Tradition, Transform Your Future

Since 1927, Central Catholic has welcomed young men from across Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania who are looking for something more.  

Thank you for exploring a future at Central Catholic High School. The admissions team looks forward to working with you during this important time in your son’s life.

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Transformative education for boys 

Throughout this process, we encourage you to explore all that Central Catholic has to offer spiritually, academically, and socially. We are here to answer questions and provide your family with guidance along the way.

At Central Catholic, we pride ourselves on helping each student find their niche, and guiding them toward becoming Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, and Men of Service.

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Guided by educational principles of Saint John Baptist de La Salle 

Central Catholic strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and learning and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice, and peace.

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Located in the heart of Oakland

Central Catholic High School offers a unique college-prep experience where tradition meets innovation, giving students unparalleled access to world class universities and cultural institutions such as the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Duquesne University, the Carnegie Museums, the Phipps Conservatory, and the Pittsburgh Zoo.

Quick Facts

50%

of the student body receives need-based financial aid or merit scholarship

> $3.2 million

in tuition assistance awarded in the 25-26 school year

$16,250

current tuition compared to $38,000 average private school tuition

>60

Electives Offered

13:1

Student to Faculty Ratio

19

Varsity Sports Teams and more than 30 Clubs and Activities

General Admissions Timeline

  • October: Application opens/Attend Viking for a Day
  • November: Attend Open House
  • December: Take placement exam
  • January: Merit Scholarship Deadline
  • February: Acceptances Mailed
  • March: Financial Aid application
  • April-May: Testing for Honors Courses

Late applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until the class is full.

Top 3 FAQs

No one walks alone.

Encounter a true brotherhood

Here at Central students are encouraged to push beyond their comfort zones, to explore new interests, and to learn from one another as they grow into leaders full of character and purpose.

We are a community that loves and supports each other, that strives for excellence every day and seeks to make a meaningful impact on the world.

You're invited to see it in action

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Speaking From the Heart

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  • STUDENT
Shaping Men of Faith

"The teachers, coaches, and administrators have invested in him as a whole person, encouraging him to lead with integrity, compassion, and confidence."

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  • STUDENT
Empowering Scholars

"Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School has helped me grow by challenging me academically and pushing me to take responsibility for my own success."

Building Brotherhood
  • STUDENT
Building Brotherhood

"Transitioning from a public school to PCC has been a really great experience for me. The biggest difference is the strong sense of brotherhood here."

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  • ALUMNI
  • PARENT
  • TEACHER
Forming Leaders

"I can say-with absolute certainty-that its unparalleled legacy of producing consequential leaders for the region, nation and world will continue to thrive."

 

Contact the Admissions Team

Andrew Macurak

Vice President of Enrollment Management

Brian Miller

Director of Admissions

We are here to answer questions and provide your family with guidance along the way. 

Contact The Office of Enrollment Management and Admissions

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