Cardinal O'Hara High School

Pride. Excellence. Tradition. These are the core values that underscore the O’Hara experience. For more than 50 years, Cardinal O’Hara High School has been the cornerstone of Catholic education in Delaware County—boasting more than 32,000 alumni around the globe.
We are blessed to have so many people as part of the O’Hara family and we look forward to welcoming new members of our family each year.

We are proud of our school, of our traditions and of the commitment of the faculty and staff. We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about O’Hara today and our plans for the future.

As many people can attest to, an O’Hara education is second-to-none. While students at O’Hara, young men and women have a world of opportunity at their fingertips—from academics, athletics, fine arts, extracurricular activities, service and faith formation.
This total experience prepares our students for college and beyond.  We are proud of our school, of our traditions and of the commitment of the faculty and staff. We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about O’Hara today and our plans for the future.​ 

STEP 1: APPLICATION 

STEP 2: SCHOLARSHIP EXAM
In order to qualify for academic scholarships, students must take the Scholarship Exam at Cardinal O'Hara High School on either Saturday, 10/20 OR Sunday, 10/28.
The access code is Z3. The registration fee for the exam is $35.00 and MUST be paid via credit card through the link above. Online registration must be completed at least two (2) days before the scheduled exam date.

STEP 3: RECORDS RELEASE FORM
Please download the Request for Release of Records form on the menu on the right. Parents should print out the form, complete/sign it and submit it the student’s current school. (Do not send this form to Cardinal O’Hara. This will only delay the process!)
School records, including academic grades, standardized test scores, and discipline & attendance records, can be emailed or mailed to O'Hara.
It may be helpful to submit the request to the current school with a stamped return envelope and a request that it be done within 7 days. It is not essential that the student’s 8th grade report card be included. Parents can send a copy at a later date when it is available.

STEP 4: FINANCIAL AID AND MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
Cardinal O'Hara High School remains committed to providing financial support for students who seek an O'Hara education.
Please note that financial aid will only be awarded to students who are currently enrolled or have been accepted to O'Hara for the 2019-2020 school year and have also completed the FACTS application.
The application process opens on OCTOBER 1, 2018. Financial aid applications for the Archdiocese and Cardinal O’Hara are now be processed by FACTS.
The online financial aid application can be accessed. You are encouraged to complete the application by December 31, 2018, for first priority.
You are required to complete the financial aid application online using your 2018 tax information. 
You can be considered for aid after submitting the online application and paying $30 application fee.  However, you then must submit your 2018 tax return by March 15, 2019 for verification.
Academic Merit Scholarships for the Class of 2023 are awarded to the strongest students who have completed the application process.
Carefully review the application procedures by clicking the Merit Scholarships icon on the menu on the right and complete the requirements by December 5, 2018 to be eligible.

STEP 5: VISIT
There is no better way to learn about O'Hara than becoming a LION FOR A DAY! For more information about our shadow day program and to register, please click Visit COHS on the menu on the right.

STEP 6: ACCEPTANCE AND REGISTRATION
An acceptance letter will be mailed to each applicant after review of his/her records. Once accepted, students must return a completed registration form with $200 to the Admissions Office.