Admissions

Central Catholic High School is where tradition meets innovation. Our rigorous academic programming, dedicated student support services, high expectations, wide variety of athletic and extra-curricular offerings, and sanctioned daily independence focus on developing the whole student while embedding in them the values, morals, responsibility, and discipline that will carry into the rest of their lives. Located in the heart of Oakland, Central Catholic provides additional educational experiences for students to benefit from at the University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University, Carnegie Mellon University, the Carnegie Museum system, Phipps Conservatory, the Pittsburgh Zoo, as well as nearby downtown Pittsburgh. Since 1927, Central Catholic has fulfilled its mission of building Men of Faith, Scholarship and Service.

After each lunch period, it is a Central Catholic tradition for students to spend time "Walking the Quad."

Experimentation and inquiry based learning are key components of Central Catholic's curriculum

Students gather with Fr. Robert George in The Quad.

Students can often be seen gathering with friends or studying in our outdoor area.

Central Catholic is built on community. Friendships are built in the moments between classes.

Students descend the steps outside of the new Zupancic Family STEM Center.

The Christian Brothers make Central Catholic unique. Their presence and teachings can be felt throughout the school.

One of 19 Varsity Sports, the Central Catholic Crew team is nationally ranked.

Each year, students celebrate commencement at the historic Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall.

With more than 40 clubs and activities, there is something for everyone at Central Catholic. The Central Catholic/Oakland Catholic Drama Club, The Masque, produces two performances a year.

The Class of 2021 poses for a group photo on their first day of school.

Students in the orchestra and music programs have the opportunity to perform at a variety of school and outside events.

Built on tradition and discipline, Central Catholic's football team encourages camaraderie and discipline on and off the field.

Fall 2022 Admissions Events

Viking for a Day (8th grade only)

October 14, 2022

Each year, more than 350 eighth-grade boys join us for our annual "Viking for a Day" event. Throughout the day, students will explore Central Catholic through tours and sample classes, have lunch with peers and student mentors in the McGinley Dining Hall, and learn all about Central Catholic! Students who will make up the class of 2027 are invited to attend on Friday, October 14, 2022.

Fall Open House for Prospective Families

November 6, 2022

Open House for families of prospective students in all grade levels are invited to tour the campus and meet teachers, coaches, and students on Sunday, November 6, 2022.

Fall Tours

If you cannot make it to Open House or Viking for a Day, Central Catholic is pleased to offer small group campus tours this fall. Each tour will last for approximately 45 minutes.

Available Tour Dates:

September 20, 2022: 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
October 5, 2022: 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Why Central?

Central Catholic’s holistic approach to education revolves around reaching your student where he is – and pushing him to be his best self. Central Catholic strives to provide a challenging, relevant and diverse program of studies and extra-curricular 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.