Catholic all-girls high school in Chicago offering specialized support for students with learning differences and ADHD
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School is a Catholic all-girls high school in Chicago that provides specialized support for students with learning differences and ADHD. The school offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services, ensuring that students with mild learning disabilities can thrive in a college-preparatory environment. With a focus on rigorous academics, including AP and honors courses, the school balances challenging coursework with individualized attention.
The school maintains an average class size of 21 students, with 73% of faculty holding advanced degrees, creating a supportive academic atmosphere. The structured Catholic community, rooted in the Sisters of Mercy tradition, emphasizes critical thinking, compassionate leadership, and moral development. This environment is particularly beneficial for young women who need a nurturing yet academically demanding setting to navigate learning differences or attention-related challenges.
Tuition is $11,100 annually, with financial aid and scholarships available to 59% of students, averaging a $1,200 grant. The school has a 90% acceptance rate with rolling admissions, making it accessible to families seeking a faith-based, inclusive education for their daughters with special needs. For more information, contact the admissions office at (773) 881-6507 or visit their website.
| Year Founded | 1846 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $11,100 |
| Tuition Notes | Financial aid/scholarships available. |
| Total Students | 832 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 69 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 73 |
| Average Class Size | 21 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
| Admissions Director | Mrs. Kathryn Klyczek |
| Admissions Associate | Mrs. Nancy Lynch |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 14 / May. 1 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 59 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,200 |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| Percent of Students of Color | 32 |
| Sports | Basketball · Bowling · Cross Country · Diving · Golf · Lacrosse · Sailing · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Water Polo |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Action/Reaction · Book Club · Eco-Macs · Equinox · Junior Classical League · Knitting Club · Liturgical Ministries · Math Club · Math Macs · Mock Trial · Model U.N. · National Art Honor Society · National English Honor Society · National French Honor Society · National Honor Society · National Spanish Honor Society · Primary Colors · Quill and Scroll · Respect Life Club · SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) · Science Club · Student Ambassadors · Student Council · U.N.I.T.Y. (United Nationalities Integrated Through You) · Varsity Club · Writing Club · Show More (10) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · A Cappella Choir · All-School Musical · Costume & Make-Up Crew · International Thespian Society · Liturgical Musicians · Mac Melody Choir · Stage Crew · Tech Crew · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Intramural Sports · Road Runners · Sailing Club |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Network for Mercy Education · Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.mothermcauley.org/academics/daily-calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
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