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SAINT BEDE ACADEMY


815.250.0285

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Welcome to Saint Bede Academy

Saint Bede Academy is a Catholic, college-prep high school in the Benedictine tradition which endeavors to prepare students for college and for life by welcoming them into a community of learning permeated by Christian values. Since 1890, we have been dedicated to developing well-rounded, well-prepared citizens who leave Saint Bede with a lifelong commitment to learning. Through our tri-level academic program, all students are continually challenged to extend their skills and perform to the peak of their abilities. The program consists of an Honors Level, College Prep Level and an Academic level to best fit the needs of the individual student. Our newly built science center gives students university-level classrooms to learn in and prepares them for life at university.

Our goal is to provide students with an education that will not only develop their minds, but also strengthen their character while preparing them for life’s challenges. An amazing 97% of students participate in extra-curricular activities. Our objective is to get students involved. The more they do, the more they learn. The academic environment at Saint Bede encourages students to excel both in and out of the classroom. With over 25 extra-curricular activities and 16 sports for students to choose from, practically every student joins a club or team and not only learns a new skill but gains lifelong friends and confidence. Our 700-acre campus is conveniently located 100-miles southwest of Chicago in Peru, Illinois. This proximity allows ample opportunities to experience all that a large city has to offer while enjoying the safety and quiet of a friendly, rural community.

Fast Facts

  • Founded: 1890
  • Catholic Order: Benedictine
  • Grades: 9 - 12
  • Campus Size: 700 acres
  • School Size: 300
  • Boarding/Day: 50/250
  • Location: Peru, IL
  • Airport: Chicago O'Hare, ORD

School

  • Class Size
    16
  • Student Teacher Ratio
    1:10
  • Percent Faculty with Advanced Degrees
    60%
  • Average ACT
    28
  • Average SAT
    1340
  • Post-Grad Year Available

    No

  • Percent International
    15%
  • ESL Offered
    Yes
  • Summer Program for US Students
    No
  • Summer Program for International Students

    1-week and 2-week International Summer Camps

  • AP / Advanced Courses:

    Advanced Placement: AP Calculus, AP Statistics, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP European History, AP US History, AP Computer Science

    Honors: English I, II, III, IV; Computer Science; Mandarin I, II, III, IV; Spanish I, II, III, IV; Algebra I, II; Applied Math Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, Civics, Economics, US History, World History, 20thCentury History

    Early Entry College (Available to Juniors & Seniors with a 3.0 GPA): Fundamentals of Speech, General Psychology

    Dual Credit: Advanced Art, English 1001 & 1002

  • Special Courses/Programs:
    ESL Program/Support; Tri-Level Classes: Academic, College Prep, Honors; 5-day boarding; Early Entry College; Dual Credit Classes

Faith Life

  • Religion Class:
    Every school day
  • Mass:
    All School Mass once a month

Activities

  • Sports:
    Baseball, Basketball (boys/girls), Bowling (boys/girls), Cheerleading, Co-Ed Indoor Soccer, Cross Country (boys/girls), Football, Golf (boys/girls), Softball, Swimming (boys/girls), Tennis (boys/girls), Track (boys/girls), Volleyball, Weightlifting (boys/girls), Wrestling
  • Extracurricular:

    Abbey Mass Servers, Ambassadors, Band, Bass Fishing, Car Club, Chorus, E-Sports, Eucharistic Ministers, Genesius Project, Heritage Club, Homecoming Variety Show, Last Supper Club, Lectio Devina, Lectors, Musical, Peer Tutors, Pep Club, Ping Pong Club, Prom Committee, Retreat Leaders, Scholastic Bowl, Stage Rats, Student Government, Science Club, Tea Club, Technology Club, Yearbook Staff

Tuition and Boarding

  • 7-Day Boarding Student:

    $27,000

  • 5-Day Boarding Student:

    $24,500

  • International:

    $37,000

  • Scholarships/Financial Aid Available:
    Yes
  • Percent Students Receiving Scholarships/Aid:
    36%
  • Average Aid Awarded:
    $3,500
  • Academic Merit Scholarships:
    Yes, SSAT required by Feb. 1
  • Need-based Scholarships:
    Yes, FACTS Deadline February 15

Applying

  • Application Deadline:
    Rolling
  • Entry Points:
    Fall and Spring
  • Consider Late Enrollments During Term:
    Yes
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School Notes

  • 100% College Acceptance
  • 60% of students have earned college credits by high school graduation
  • Illinois High School Association Scholastic Bowl Regional Champions 6 years in a row
  • 1st Place WYSE (Worldwide Youth in Science & Engineering) Team Regional Champions in Math, Physics, Engineering & Computer Science in 2014, 2017, 2018
  • Monthly Supervised outings for boarding students to regional areas of interest and weekend shuttle bus for local shopping
  • Minutes away from Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park

 

St. Bede Academy
24 US-6, Peru, IL 61354

 

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