SCHOOL DETAILS
Private, co-ed, Catholic college preparatory, grades 9-12, Ages 14-18
TOTAL ENROLLMENT
850 students, 10% international from 10 different countries
ACCREDITATION
Western Catholic Education Associate (WCEA) ABOUT
Kennedy Catholic High School is conveniently located just outside Seattle; home to many Fortune 500 corporations like Boeing, Microsoft, Amazon, and Starbucks. Minutes from the SeaTac International Airport with direct flights to Asia and Europe, the school is easily accessible by train and bus in the safe and mid-sized suburb of Burien, WA. Kennedy Catholic has been ranked a top private high school in the state since its inception in 1966. Students can complete a diploma while earning college credits from university partner courses. There are over 40 co-curricular activities including 26 sports teams, and students have access to a $2.4M athletic field, state of the arts science labs, and a new IMADE Center. Field trips offer students a chance to discover city tours as well as nature excursions to nearby Mount Rainier National Park, beaches, and lakes.
COLLEGE-BOUND
Caring faculty and counselors with advanced degrees personally customize education plans and offer 24-hour support to students, preparing them to achieve their full potential, graduate, and advance to the most selective universities in the nation.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Homestay (Boys & Girls) Students can improve their English and learn American culture living with their host family.
Boys Dormitory
Single-room dorm is supervised 24/7. Boarding students enjoy weekend activities and trips with peers.
Girls Dormitory Coming soon!
ACCEPTANCE LIST
• Berklee College of Music
• Boston University
• Cornell University
• Duke University
• New York University
• Penn State University
• Purdue University
• Stanford University
• Univ. of California, Berkeley
• Univ. of Washington Plus many more!
$53,000 Per Year*
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Scholarships Available Dormitory & Homestay
13:1 Student to Teacher Ratio
*Costs are estimated and subject to change. Prices represent tuition, room and board, and I-20 costs for international students enrolling in the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school year.
EXTRACURRICULARS & ACTIVITIES
• 26 Sports: American Football, Soccer, Basketball, Golf, Baseball, Tennis, Swim & Dive, Track & Field, and more!
• 50+ Student Clubs: Dance, Chess, Ping Pong, Business, Math, National Honor Society, and more!
• STEM: Math & Science teams, Robotics & Business clubs
• Arts: Theatre, Dance, Color Guard, Film, Photography, Digital Arts
• Music: Band, Choir, Orchestra