Admission Resources
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Entrance Exam Preparation Course
Each fall, COHS offers a Prep Course, which will prepare your son or daughter prior to the Scholarship & Entrance Exam. The course focuses on math problem solving and reasoning skills, verbal and comprehension skills, and test-taking strategies among other things. Students will receive a 600+ page review book with practice exams, exam materials, and much more.
The Prep Course and Scholarship & Entrance Exam are open to all 8th grade students planning to attend a Catholic High School.
Check back regarding our fall 2023 course.
Dates: TBD
Cost: $100
Includes a practice book and the Entrance Exam fee at COHS.
Download a list of tips to help prepare for the Scholarship & Entrance Exam.
For more information, contact Thomas Wilkie, Director of Admissions and Student Engagement at (716) 695-2600, ext. 357.
Prospective students are encouraged to participate in the ‘Hawk for a Day’ program to experience a typical day at COHS.
Prospective students are paired with a current COHS student who shares similar interests, and will attend all the host student’s classes, experiencing first-hand the COHS environment, teachers and students. The program is available to all 8th grade students and transfer students.
Preparing for the day:
- Students should arrive at COHS and check in at the Enrollment Office at 7:30am
- The school day will end at 1:45 pm for visiting students
- Lunch will be provided at no cost to visiting students*
- Students are expected to adhere to the COHS dress code as closely as possible.
- And be sure to let the Admissions office know of any interests and current course load (eg. honors classes), so we can find a host that best matches your interests
*Please notify the Admissions Office of any dietary restrictions at least 48 hours prior to scheduled Shadow Day.
For more information and to schedule a day, contact Thomas Wilkie, Director of Admissions, at 716-695-2600, ext. 357 or email twilkie@cardinalohara.com
COHS will offer a practice entrance and scholarship exam on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 8:30 am.
All current 7th grade students considering Cardinal O’Hara for next year are encouraged to take the exam. Students get experience with the exam format and timing.
Click here to register.
For more information about the practice exam, contact Mr. Thomas Wilkie, Director of Recruitment, at 716-695-2600, ext. 357.
One visit to Cardinal O’Hara High School and you will understand why You Belong Here!
April 20, 2023
Click Here to register for your appointment.
Walk-ins will be accommodated the best we can.
Come to our Spring open house and experience first hand the welcoming, family atmosphere at COHS. You will hear from our faculty, staff and students about our educational opportunities as well as athletics, clubs and extracurriculars while touring our 17 acre campus.
For more information about the practice exam, contact Mr. Thomas Wilkie, Director of Recruitment, at 716-695-2600, ext. 357.
One visit to Cardinal O’Hara High School and you will understand why You Belong Here!
Our Fall Open House give you and your family the opportunity, first hand, to experience the welcoming, family atmosphere at COHS. You will hear from our faculty, staff and students about our educational opportunities as well as athletics, clubs and extracurriculars while touring our 17 acre campus.
Open House visits are by appointment only. Click here to register for your spot.
For more information about the practice exam, contact Mr. Thomas Wilkie, Director of Admissions and Student Engagement, at 716-695-2600, ext. 357.
