St. Lawrence Seminary High School is a Catholic, residential, college preparatory high school operated by the Capuchin Franciscans of the Province of St. Joseph.
St. Lawrence's mission is to provide each student with the education that will help them succeed in college and prepare them for a life of service, whether as a priest, religious or layperson.
Their programs are aimed at the holistic formation of the individual, addressing the spiritual, intellectual, social, and personal aspects of their being.
St. Lawrence offers a wide variety of college preparatory classes, ministry opportunities, sports, and other co-curricular activities.
For over 160 years, St. Lawrence Seminary High School has provided students from across the United States and around the world a nurturing, living Catholic environmnet in which they can grow and mature into well-rounded men of faith.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $18,500
- Acceptance rate: 89%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Lawrence Seminary High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Boarding Focus
Affordability
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Year Founded
1860
1907
Campus Size
150 acres
130 acres
School Motto
College Prep. Spiritual Depth.
Student Body
Enrollment
140 students
320 students
% Students of Color
75%
27%
% International Students
25%
20%
% Students Boarding
100%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
4
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
40%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
Cognia
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
4
18
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$18,500
$69,500
% Students on Financial Aid
65%
40%
Admissions
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
89%
64%
Director of Admissions
Francisco Sauceda
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
12
17
Colors
White, Brown, Gold
School Mascot
Hilltopper
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
17
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts and Music Programs:
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
School Notes
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Lawrence Seminary High School cost?
St. Lawrence Seminary High School's tuition is approximately $18,500 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Seminary High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Seminary High School is 89%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What sports does St. Lawrence Seminary High School offer?
St. Lawrence Seminary High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country Running, Esports, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is St. Lawrence Seminary High School's ranking?
St. Lawrence Seminary High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of boarding students and Least expensive tuition.
When is the application deadline for St. Lawrence Seminary High School?
The application deadline for St. Lawrence Seminary High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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