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Welcome and thank you for considering Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School for your child’s education. We are excited to welcome you to the Hurricane family. Our Admissions process is designed to acquaint students and parents with our school’s mission, philosophy, technology, and expectations. In turn, we hope to learn more about you and how we may be able to best serve your academic interests, talents, hobbies, and aspirations.
Applications for the class of 2028 opened on Monday, August 28, 2023.
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If you are interested in the Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior class for second semester of 2023 – 2024, please Click Here to fill out the BMCHS Application.
For additional information, contact admissions@bmchs.com.
Bishop McLaughlin offers a distinctive educational environment, with a balance of wireless technology and traditional Catholic-based education. Our admissions department seeks bright students of good character, who are eager to immerse themselves in all aspects of high school life. Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School provides an environment where each student’s uniqueness is valued. We have a thriving International student population and offer the only secondary education program in the Diocese of St. Petersburg for students with special needs. We look forward to getting to know you and your family and answering any questions you might have.
For Domestic/Local Students, applying is easy using our Online Application. We encourage families to apply online as it simplifies submission and provides parents a tool for tracking online the status of their admission after their application has been submitted. A non-refundable fee of $100 must be submitted with each application.
Domestic/Local Online Application
How to create an Online Application
To begin the Online Application process, Create an Account. Then log in to your account and Create A New Student Application for your child. You will then have the flexibility to log in and out of your account and access your open application.
After submitting the application, you will be able to track online your admissions status at the school by logging in to your account. There you will be able to print the completed applications, monitor when the school receives supplemental application forms and, if necessary, reprint the supplemental forms.
For International Students, please download the application and instructions from the “International Student Application” below.
Placement Agency Requirement
All International Students must enlist a placement agency for enrollment. Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School’s preferred placement agency for International Students is The Cambridge Institute of International Education. For more information, click the image below.
High School Placement Test: Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School requires incoming freshman to take the High School Placement Test. Transfer students are not required to take the HSPT. For dates and registration, please visit our High School Placement Registration Page.
We invite you to fill out an Inquiry Form. Here you will provide information about your student and also choose a day for them to Shadow our school. During their Shadow Day, students will be paired with a current student who will show them what it means to be a Bishop Hurricane.
Thank you for considering Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. We appreciate your interest and hope to assist you any way we can. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at 727-857-2600.
For Domestic/Local Students, applying is easy using our Online Application. We encourage families to apply online as it simplifies submission and provides parents a tool for tracking online the status of their admission after their application has been submitted. A non-refundable fee of $75 must be submitted with each application.
Domestic/Local Online Application
How to create an Online Application
To begin the Online Application process, Create an Account. Then log in to your account and Create A New Student Application for your child. You will then have the flexibility to log in and out of your account and access your open application.
After submitting the application, you will be able to track online your admissions status at the school by logging in to your account. There you will be able to print the completed applications, monitor when the school receives supplemental application forms and, if necessary, reprint the supplemental forms.
For International Students, please download the application and instructions from the “International Student Application” below.
International Student Application (PDF)
Placement Agency Requirement
All International Students must enlist a placement agency for enrollment. Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School’s preferred placement agency for International Students is The Cambridge Institute of International Education. For more information, click the image below.
High School Placement Test: Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School requires incoming freshman to take the High School Placement Test. Transfer students are not required to take the HSPT. For dates and registration, please visit our High School Placement Registration Page.
We invite you to fill out an Inquiry Form. Here you will provide information about your student and also choose a day for them to Shadow our school. During their Shadow Day, students will be paired with a current student who will show them what it means to be a Bishop Hurricane.
Thank you for considering Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. We appreciate your interest and hope to assist you any way we can. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at 727-857-2600.
In lieu of an on campus tour, we do have a virtual tour that will give you a nice glimpse of life at Bishop. With our one-to-one technology program teachers and students were able to seamlessly continue learning during the Safer-at-Home quarantine period. Prospective families are also welcome to come visit our campus at any time and tour our grounds, walk on “The Beach” or fields. We’re on almost 100 acres in beautiful central Pasco.
We are also able to offer virtual shadow day, if a prospective student would like, they are welcome to join a few of the live online classes offered by our teachers. Please let us know so we can arrange with instructors to get the meeting ID and password.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us by calling 727-857-2600 or filling out the contact form on this page. We’re happy to help.
The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is an admission test given to eighth graders who are seeking entrance into Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. The BMCHS Admissions Review Board makes decisions, places applicants, and determines scholarship awards based on the exam results.
Students who apply to BMCHS by October 31, 2023, are automatically signed up for the first High School Placement Test (HSPT) — which will be held at BMCHS on November 4, 2023 — and will receive the test for free! If application is made after October 31, 2023, the fee for the HSPT is $50 by debit or credit on the day of the test.
In addition, this is the only test that qualifies for the Bishop McLaughlin Test Topper Scholarship — a $1,000 annual scholarship toward tuition at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, awarded to the top score on this date.
Student must maintain a 3.5 GPA and remain in good disciplinary standing throughout all four years at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. Applicants for the Test Topper Scholarship MUST take the High School Placement Test (HSPT) at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, on the FIRST DATE the TEST is OFFERED in November of each year, in order to be eligible.
The make up date for the High School Placement Test is January 27, 2024. Cost of this test is $50 by debit or credit on the day of the test.
High School Placement Test (For incoming 9th graders only). The High School Placement Test is mandatory for incoming 9th graders acceptance. The next High School Placement Test will be given on November 4, 2023 and January 27, 2024.
For extended time, please send IEP, 504, or SSP to admissions@bmchs.com. Supporting documents provided on testing day will not guarantee accommodations.
Where: Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, 13651 Hays Rd. Spring Hill, FL 34610
Check In: 8:30 a.m.
Test Begins: 9 a.m. (Once testing begins at 9 a.m., we cannot open the doors to admit late testers)
Test Ends: Students have until 12:30 p.m. (1:30 p.m. extended time) to finish.
Optional to Bring: Two #2 Pencils, a drink with a no-drip spout, a small snack, and a book
Students must be signed in and out by a parent or responsible adult.
During the test phones must be turned off and placed in the phone caddy inside each classroom. Proctors will offer breaks between sections.
Tips for helping your child feel more comfortable on the day:
• Make sure your child gets a restful night’s sleep.
• Make sure your child has a healthy breakfast in the morning.
Payments will be accepted at check-in (credit or debit card only). Please note the fee MUST be paid prior to taking the test. The $50 HSPT fee is waived for completed Student Application before the October 31, 2023 deadline.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact admissions@bmchs.com.
We’ll see you soon!
Admissions Office
The Course Placement Test is required for students requesting a higher-lever Math and/or Spanish class. These tests are only offered once. If a student cannot make the test date, their placement will be determined by the Director of Guidance. Once the date is determined, registration will open.
Applications for the class of 2028 open on Monday, August 28, 2023.
Students who apply by October 31, 2023, will be included in our First Consideration of Admissions.
These students will have a decision regarding acceptance by December 15, 2023.
In order to secure your spot and avoid being placed on a wait list, we recommend submitting your application in time for our First Consideration of Admissions.
Applications must be submitted no later than October 31, 2023, to be included in our First Consideration for Admissions. In addition to submitting the application, teacher/principal recommendation forms, records from schools, HSPT scores, standardized tests scores, and all other supporting documentation must be submitted no later than December 4, 2023, in order to be included in our First Consideration for Admissions for the 2024-2025 school year.
BONUS #1! Students who apply to BMCHS by October 31, 2023, are automatically signed up for the first High School Placement Test (HSPT) — which will be held at BMCHS on November 4, 2023 — and will receive the test for free!
BONUS #2! The November 4, 2023 HSPT test is the only test that qualifies for the Bishop McLaughlin Test Topper Scholarship — a $1,000 annual scholarship toward tuition at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, awarded to the top score on this date. Student must maintain a 3.5 GPA and remain in good disciplinary standing throughout all four years at Bishop McLaughlin. Applicants for the Test Topper Scholarship MUST take the High School Placement Test (HSPT) at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, on the FIRST DATE the TEST is OFFERED in November of each year, in order to be eligible.
Attend Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School’s Open House, 6:00 to 8:00 PM!
Last day to submit applications for First Consideration of Admissions!
High School Placement Test (HSPT) at BMCHS. The HSPT is needed to begin the admissions decision-making process and is used for placement purposes.
This is the last day BMCHS will accept principal and teacher recommendation forms, records from schools, HSPT scores, standardized tests scores, and all other supporting documentation required for applicants to be included in our First Consideration for Admissions for the 2024 — 2025 school year.
Decision letters will be emailed to students who met the application and documentation deadlines for our First Consideration for Admissions.
Students accepted during the First Consideration for Admissions must submit the online enrollment packet by this date in order to secure their seat for the 2024 — 2025 school year.
Beginning November 1, 2023, all families can submit applications for the 2024 — 2025 school year. These applications will be considered on a rolling basis and may be placed on a wait list due to limited space in the cohort.
Review the tabs below for information on tuition, FACTS, payment options, scholarships, and financial aid.
Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, religious affiliation, financial status, national, or ethnic origin.
-Parish Affiliated Rate – $13,195 **
-Non Affiliated Rate – $14,795
** In order to qualify for the parish affiliated tuition rate, your registration and active status must be verified with your parish. We are bound to abide by your parish’s decision. **
Please note tuition covers all technology and laptop fees associated with our school issued 1:1 Chromebook program.
Tuition assistance is available for families who apply through FACTS. Financial aid eligibility is based on a family’s demonstrated need. Your demonstrated need is the difference between the cost of attendance and the expected family contribution, as determined by FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment (FACTS account required). BMCHS is committed to meeting your demonstrated need with different forms of financial aid funds.
Note: An active FACTS account is required for all families.
Each family with a student enrolled at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School is required to volunteer ten (10) service hours annually. If parent volunteer hours are not performed or only partially performed, the fee is pro-rated at $30 per unserved hour.
At Bishop McLaughlin, we continually work for ways to concentrate our available resources on our primary mission of a quality Catholic education. To help us meet this goal, the Diocese of St. Petersburg uses FACTS Management Company to handle tuition payments for all families. All students must have a tuition contract via FACTS, please visit this LINK to sign up. Please be advised that Food Service Accounts are linked through FACTS. You must have an active FACTS account for your child to access cafeteria service purchases.
All payments must be administered through FACTS TUITION MANAGEMENT and may be paid in the following formats.
Terms and Conditions:
The Catholic School Tuition Aid Grant (CSTAG) award is the only grant given by the Diocese to aid families with school tuition costs. CSTAG is available to all Catholic students K-12 who are registered at, or have submitted an enrollment application to an (inter)parish or diocesan Catholic elementary or high school in the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Families must have FACTS Calculated Need to be eligible for tuition assistance. There is a small application fee for CSTAG.
Parents are required to fill out a FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment for each new school year. The FACTS Grant and Aid application opens in November, for the following school year. ALL documents must be uploaded to FACTS no later than April 15, to be included in the initial consideration. An application is considered complete when FACTS Grant and Aid has received the application and all supporting documentation required for evaluation.
Please Note: Generally, the supporting documentation required for uploading is your previous year W-2 and your previous year tax return. If you are self-employed other documents may be required from FACTS.
NEW for the 2024-2025 school year, there is an “early decision round”! Early Decision notifications will be made by March 15, 2024. To qualify for the early decision, FACTS Grant and Aid applications and documents must be submitted by February 1, 2024.
The final date to submit a FACTS Grant and Aid application and documentation for the 2024-2025 school year is April 30, 2024.
Note: An active FACTS account is required for all families.
For additional information on CSTAG, please click here
Florida provides a variety of school choice options, including three scholarship programs that are accepted at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. These include the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO), the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA), and the Florida Tax Scholarship (FTC).
Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO) and the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC)
K-12 students regardless of household income, who are residents of Florida and eligible to enroll in a K-12 public school, can receive a scholarship worth an average of $7,800 to attend a private school that best meets their academic needs. These scholarships provide financial assistance for private school tuition. The scholarship award is based on where the student lives and their grade level.
The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA)
Students from age 3 through grade 12 or age 22, whichever comes first,who have a specific diagnosis are eligible to receive this scholarship. The amount of the scholarship varies according to grade, county of residence, and disability. For information on the specific diagnoses click here.
You can find more information on each of these scholarships at the Florida Department of Education website. For the Family Empowerment Scholarships click here. For the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship click here.
If you are interested in applying for any of these scholarships, you will need to contact one of the two Scholarship Funding Organizations (SFO) that administer these programs:
Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School offers a variety of scholarship opportunities to our students. To apply for a scholarship, complete the General Scholarship Application and include the name of the scholarship(s) for which you would like to be considered from the list below. Before listing the scholarships for which you would like to be considered, please click on each scholarship to make sure you meet the requirements listed. General Scholarship Applications are accepted December 15, 2023 through April 30, 2024 for the 2024-2025 school year.
Thank you for considering Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. Click “Apply Now” to get started or call 727-857-2600 for more information.