Why Do We Celebrate Catholic Schools Week?

Catholic Schools Week is a national celebration of Catholic education and an opportunity to recognize the importance, the value, and the contributions of Catholic education to the Church and the world. What is the purpose of Catholic religious education? To help students become responsible members of their family, Church and […]

What Is The First Catholic School?

Following the Revolution, however, Catholic education began in earnest. In fact, just a few years after the end of the war, in 1789, the first true Catholic college in the United States was founded at Georgetown in present-day Washington DC. Who created Catholic schools? The parents of the children who […]

How Long Have Catholic Schools Been Around?

They were first established in the United States during the 19th century with the arrival of English immigrants. American Catholic schools wield great significance in the country as they were instrumental in professing Catholicism, which has played a critical role in shaping and developing American culture. When were Catholic schools […]

Does Uva Care About Legacy?

A legacy is a student whose parent, step-parent, or adoptive parent has a degree from UVA. Legacy status is acknowledged in our review process. Legacies residing outside of Virginia pay the out-of-state tuition rate. Is it easier to get into UVA as a legacy? According to these UVA articles, legacy […]

What Is The Most Fun College?

The 20 Most Fun Colleges In America #1 Clemson University. Clemson, South Carolina. #2 Penn State University. State College, Pennsylvania. #3 Syracuse University. Syracuse, New York. #4 Tulane University. #5 University of Iowa. #6 Virginia Tech University. #7 Kansas State University. #8 Florida State University. Which University has the happiest […]

Is Going To College In Boston Fun?

Student-friendly city Along with its academic appeal, Boston has plenty going on in terms of extra-curricular activities. Students from all walks of life are proud to become Bostonians, enjoying the city’s wide range of world-class restaurants, entertainment, sports and athletic events. Is Boston a fun place to go to college? […]