Class of 2028

WELCOME RAMBLERS!

This page will provide you with everything you need to know as you prepare to enter Loyola Academy in the fall. You will find information on registration, financial aid, summer programs, test dates, frequently asked questions and more.

Please check back often for additional information.

Important Dates

  • February 1 or February 3 — O'Shaughnessy Program STAR Reading Test (Optional)
  • February 20  — Registration deadline for Incoming Freshmen
  • February 20 — Due date for copy of student's birth certificate uploaded to the student checklist
  • February 20 — Due date for O'Shaughnessy students to register for summer school
  • February 27 — Course Selection Confirmation Letters Emailed
  • March 19, 21, 23 — Math Qualifying Exams (On Campus - Optional)
  • March 20–21 or March 23–24 — Language Qualifying Exams (Remote Testing - Optional)
  • April 15 —Math and Language Qualifying Exam Result Letters Emailed
  • April 24 – April 26 — Course Correction Period
  • May 17 — Summer School Registration Deadline
  • June 1 — Medical Forms due to the school nurse if attending summer school (forms must be uploaded through Magnus Health resource board tile)
  • June 17 – July 26 — Summer School Dates
  • July 1 — Medical Forms Due to the school nurse for August start date (forms must be uploaded through Magnus Health resource board tile)
  • July 8 — Student Schedules Released
  • July 15 — First Tuition Payment Due to the Business Office
  • August 18 — Liturgy for Parents/Guardians and Students
  • August 19 & 20 — Freshman Student Orientation
  • August 21 — First Full Day of School

Important Links & Downloads

Required Health Forms

Curriculum and Course Information Documents

Additional Information on Tuition & Financial Aid

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  • Tuition Policy

    As a private school, Loyola Academy relies extensively on tuition to fund its operations. Consequently, it is essential that those responsible for paying a student’s tuition do so on a timely basis in accordance with their selected tuition payment plan.

    If, after selecting a payment plan, a parent or guardian encounters unanticipated financial difficulty, it is the parent’s or guardian’s responsibility to notify the Business Office as soon as possible to discuss an alternative payment plan.
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Miscellaneous Information

Academic and Course FAQs

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  • How do I register for the Class of 2028? When is the registration deadline?

    Registration for the Class of 2028 is completed online [view the instruction sheet]. You will receive all information related to online registration during your freshman conference. The registration deadline and non-refundable deposit is due by Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.

  • I need assistance with the online registration process. Whom should I contact?

    Please contact the Admissions Office at 847.920.2480 or send an email to admissions@loy.org.

  • Will I be notified of my course selections?

    Yes, course selection confirmation letters will be emailed on February 27.

  • Will I be able to change the courses I've selected?

    The course correction period is April 24 to April 26. The course correction form will be available on the student resource board.

  • When are student schedules released?

    Schedules will be released on Thursday, July 6. Students should log into their resource board to locate their schedule. Additional information will be included in the Back-to-School email in the beginning of July.

  • When are the Math and Language Qualifying Exams?

    Both the Math and Language qualifying exams are optional. Math Qualifying Exam will be in-person and offered on March 19, 21, or 23. The Language Qualifying Exam will be conducted online and will be available either March 20 to March 21; or March 23 to March 24. Pre-registration is required for both tests. Additional information is available here.

  • What are the topics that will be assessed on the Qualifying Exams?

    A list of topics covered on each qualifying test is available below:

  • Who do I contact if I have questions on the Qualifying Exams?

    Please direct questions about the Math Qualifying Exam to Math Department Chair Mr. Phil Nieman at pnieman@loy.org and questions regarding the Language Qualifying Exam to Language Department Chair Dr. Tina Melstrom at tmelstrom@loy.org.

  • When will I receive results from the Math or Language Qualifying exams?

    Qualifying exam result letters will be emailed on April 15.

  • What fine and performing arts offerings does Loyola have?

    The Fine and Performing Arts Department offers courses and cocurricular activities in dance, music, theater, visual arts, architecture and interdisciplinary arts. For more information, please click here or visit the department web page.

  • What is the O'Shaughnessy Program?

    The O'Shaughnessy Program serves freshman and sophomore students who would benefit from improving literacy and executive functioning skills in order to succeed in a college preparatory environment.
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  • What is the O'Shaughnessy Program STAR Reading Test?

    The STAR reading test is an optional diagnostic test that collects data specifically pertaining to the student's literacy needs. This data will be considered for alternate level placement and to reasses the summer school requirement. If a student does not take this assessment, the student's placement will not be changed. Optional testing dates are
    • Thursday, February 1, 4:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., or
    • Saturday, February 3, 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
    Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, January 31. 

  • Does Loyola Academy offer summer school for incoming freshman?

    Yes. Summer school is offered for junior high and high school students. Some incoming freshmen are required to complete a summer school course prior to freshman year. For more information about summer school, please visit the Summer School web page or see the summer school brochure.

Tuition and Financial Aid FAQs

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  • Will a financial aid decision be communicated prior to the registration deadline?

    Yes. Students who completed the financial aid applications and submitted all required documents by the deadline of January 10, 2024 will receive a financial aid decision via email prior to their freshman conference.
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  • Does Loyola Academy offer merit scholarships?

    Yes. Loyola Academy offers three merit scholarships for incoming freshmen: The Bellarmine Scholarship, Merit Scholarship, and The Joe Morahan and Judy Winnick Arts Scholarship. For more information on merit scholarships, click here.

  • Does Loyola Academy partner with any external scholarship organizations?

    Yes. Loyola Academy partners with the following external scholarship organizations. Please visit their websites for more information:
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  • I have questions about the financial aid application process or the award received. Whom should I contact?

    Please contact Ms. Julia Biasco, director of tuition & financial aid, at jbiasco@loy.org or 847.920.2427.

  • What is the tuition at Loyola Academy?

    Tuition for the 2024–25 school year is $19,950. 

  • Are monthly tuition payment plans available?

    Yes. Four plans are available: annual, semi-annual, quarterly and monthly. Additional information is available on our Tuition and Financial Aid web page.

  • Tuition Raffle

    The annual Tuition Raffle allows current and incoming Rambler families the chance to win one full-year tuition for one student. The winning ticket will be drawn at the Ramble on Saturday, March 9. All proceeds support the Tuition Assistance Program. Click here for your chance to win.

Athletics FAQs

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  • What athletic teams does Loyola have?

    Loyola Academy participates in 34 sports, offering students a chance to play on over 80 different teams. For more information, please visit the Athletics web page.

  • Who should I contact if I have questions regarding athletics?

    The athletics office is available to answer any questions you may have. You may reach the office at laathletics@loy.org or 847.920.2493.

Miscellaneous FAQs

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  • When are health forms due?

    Health forms for summer school students are due by June 1. Health forms for all other incoming freshmen are due July 1. Please be advised that student athletes may not participate in athletics until all required health forms are submitted. There are no exceptions. All health forms are available on the Health Office or Magnus Health tile of your resource board. All forms must be uploaded through the Magnus Health tile.

  • What school supplies does a freshman need?

    All freshmen must have an iPad (information on iPad requirements is available on the One to One Page). In addition to the iPad, students may need additional school supplies. Teachers will inform the students of the required supplies on the first day of school. Loyola does not issue a supply list. For information on textbooks and art supplies, please refer to the Back-to-School information which will be available on your resource board and emailed to you on in the beginning of July. The LoyolaWear store will be open Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., through the month of June to support uniform sizing and purchases.

  • Uniform Requirements

    To promote and maintain an environment of scholarship, self-respect, discipline and community, students are required to report to school each day dressed in Loyola's standard uniform. Our uniform and dress code regulations will be enforced starting on the first day of school. Students are required to wear traditional classic-cut or relaxed-fit chino khaki dress slacks and LoyolaWear shirts with the Loyola Academy seal. Please note that "skinny style" or denim pants do not comply with the dress code. Rubber-soled shoes must be worn during the school day. No sandals, moccasins or boots are permitted. No facial hair is allowed.

    Questions regarding availability of LoyolaWear should be directed to LoyolaWear Store Manager, Ms. Lisa Lovcik at 847.920.2486 or llovcik@loy.org. Contact the Dean's Office at 847.920.2454 if you have questions regarding the school's uniform policy. 
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  • What type of iPad does my child need?

    We strongly recommend purchasing a wifi-only, standard 10th generation Apple iPad with minimum 64GB of storage. Avoid purchasing 32GB models, as those do not have enough storage to accommodate apps, digital textbooks, videos, and other materials not stored in the cloud. If you feel your student will not be diligent about deleting or moving old files to the cloud, the 256GB option may be a better choice. Likewise, the iPad Mini does not provide the screen size needed for academic purposes. Because your student has four years of iPad use ahead, we strongly encourage you to invest in a model with enough memory and storage to accommodate current and future learning needs.
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  • When is freshman orientation?

    Freshman orientation for the Class of 2028 will take place over three days:
    • Sunday, August 18, 4:00 p.m. — Liturgy and information session for Parents/Guardians and Students
    • Monday, August 19, and Tuesday, August 20, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. — Student Orientation
    Additional information will be sent with the Back-to-School email in the beginning of July.

  • How do I change my username or password?

    To maintain consistency, Loyola Academy students use their Loyola Academy student email address credentials to login to their My Loyola account. These accounts are administered through G-Suite. Students in the Class of 2028 will receive instructions on how to activate their Rambler email account in early June. Students may change their email passwords once they have logged into their Gmail accounts. If you have forgotten Google credentials, visit the Technology Office during school hours.

    Each parent has his or her own My Loyola account. All accounts are managed through Blackbaud ID (BBID). To access your account enter your email address in the username/email field and click Next. Enter your password or click the Sign in the Google or Sign in with Apple option, depending on the option you chose. More information regarding account access and login procedures is available here.

  • What is campus ministry?

    Our mission is to help you become a person for others. As a Jesuit school, we believe that God is constantly calling us to strive to use our gifts and talents in service to others. We seek to be attentive to the invitations of God and creative and generous in the ways we respond. Our goal is that our daily efforts might always be to the greater honor and glory of God. Please review this letter from Campus Ministry Assistant Department Chair Kay Gregg.

  • What is a resource board?

    The resource board grants access to general school information and relevant materials that are organized by category. This is where you will log into for access to your Tuition account for billing information, PushCoin to add money to your student’s wallet, explore helpful resources and more. Click on each tile on your Resource Board to access information and view additional details.

    Resource boards are specific for each persona (i.e. student, parent, faculty, alum).

  • What clubs or cocurriculars does Loyola have?

    Clubs and student activities are a pivotal part of our mission to educate the whole person. Besides, everyone needs to relax and have some fun when the school day is over! Loyola's comprehensive program of over 80 clubs and activities offers a wealth of opportunities designed to help you expand your horizons, discover hidden talents, make new friends, and share your interests with other students. View all available cocurriculars here.

Summer Programs at Loyola Academy

Summer is an exciting time at Loyola Academy! Even though the academic year has ended, the classrooms, hallways and playing fields are still busy. We invite our incoming freshmen to take a look at the options below to see what might bring you to Ramblerville this summer.

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  • Summer School

    Our Summer School program is one of Loyola Academy's traditions of excellence and includes courses taught by many of our finest teachers.

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  • Sports & Arts Camps

    Loyola offers nearly 100 athletic & arts camps for students of all ages. From baseball and lacrosse to theater and dance—and more, there's something for every student to discover and explore!

Please let us know if we can be of assistance

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    Mr. Nick Bridich 

    Vice President of Enrollment
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    Mrs. Lynn Gorman 

    Assistant Director of Admissions
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    Mr. Ramar Evans 17

    Admissions Recruiter
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    Mrs. Manuela Sanchez 

    Admissions Recruiter
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