Why Bishop Dunne?
At Bishop Dunne, education means partnership and total formation—academic, spiritual, and personal growth are at the heart of every student’s experience. Families trust Bishop Dunne to nurture their children’s gifts, helping them become confident leaders, innovators, and servants in their communities. Every student is encouraged to discover and develop their unique strengths through programs that ignite purpose and unlock potential, including:
Unique Programs
Bishop Dunne offers a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum including;
- Collegiate Institute in which students can earn an associate's degree, saving time and money
- AP Capstone Diploma designed to enhance students' research, analysis, and presentation skills
- Geographic Information Systems classes which equip students with the ability to analyze complex spatial data, aiding in decision making.
Future Ready Focus
Bishop Dunne offers courses to help students not only excel in college, but thrive in life including:
- Financial literacy and entrepreneurship courses, preparing seniors for secure and generous lives beyond high school.
- The Joseph Family Leadership Program, designed to cultivate wise decision-making, leadership, and character, in partnership with the Authentic Leadership Foundation.
- Robust campus ministry and retreat experiences that help students reflect, connect, and grow in faith.
- Required participation in music, theater, and speech to foster creativity, confidence, communication skills, and collaborative spirit.
Purpose driven development
Bishop Dunne offers various extracurricular and athletic programs that aid in students' development and help students find their purpose.
- 20+ clubs and organizations for students to explore their interests
- 18+ Varsity sports for students to be active and compete
- Ability to start a new club if it does not already exist
Bishop Dunne is more than a school—it is a family that partners with parents and the wider community to support each child’s journey. Alumni have gone on to excel as leaders in faith, medicine, business, athletics, and the arts, all while embodying the values of purpose, integrity, and service that they learned at Bishop Dunne. Choosing Bishop Dunne means joining a tradition of excellence, compassion, and possibility—a place where every student is seen, known, and loved, and where tomorrow is being redefined every day.
Contact Admissions
Every family’s story is unique, and our team is ready to listen and help. Whether you have questions about the application, the timeline, or international requirements, we are here to support you.