Admissions

Cristo Rey Student Characteristics

Cristo Rey Orange County considers a variety of factors during the application process. Our application process allows us to get to know students and their families on a personal level in order to make the best admissions decision for each student. The most important characteristics we are looking for in an incoming freshman:

• Motivated and mature - Studying AND working as a high school student is not easy, students should show the maturity and motivation to be able to handle both aspects of our curriculum.

• Open to Catholic religious values - While students do not have to be Catholic to attend, they should be open to a faith-based education.

• Employable - All students participate in the Corporate Work Study program and must be eligible to work in the US.

• Earned grades of C or above - Seventh grade and eighth grade grades will be reviewed for admission purposes.

• Demonstrated strong discipline and attendance record - Seventh and eighth grade discipline and attendance records will be reviewed for admission purposes.

• Comfortable conversing with adults - Students should be comfortable working with adults in an office environment.

Income Eligibility

Cristo Rey Orange County High School is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality, Catholic college preparatory education to qualified students from families with limited economic resources. Cristo Rey doesn’t cost less than other private schools. Our unique funding model ensures we are accessible:

• Donor-funded scholarships: Scholarships cover 50% of the educational costs. These can come from various sources, including individual donors, foundations, corporate giving, and other organizations.

• Corporate Work Study Program: Students contribute approximately 45% of the educational costs through participation in our innovative Corporate Work Study Program.

• Family Tuition: The remaining 5% of the educational costs is the family's responsibility. The family contribution ranges from $25 to $280 per month based on household size and income, as determined by FACTS, a third-party income verification provider.

All families must demonstrate financial need by meeting the income criteria of the Cristo Rey Network, the national organization which sets the standards for Cristo Rey schools. If you have a special circumstance and believe your income may exceed our eligibility criteria, please contact the admissions office.