No, Archbishop Riordan High School does not require applicants to take the SSAT or ISEE. These standardized tests, which are commonly required by other private schools, are not part of Riordan’s admissions criteria. Instead, applicants must take the High School Placement Test (HSPT). The HSPT is widely used by Catholic and private high schools to […]

Yes, all applicants must submit a video of their personal statement as part of their application. This video component offers a unique opportunity for students to express themselves creatively and showcase their personalities in a way that a traditional written essay cannot. The admissions committee believes that this approach allows for a more holistic and […]

International students applying to Archbishop Riordan High School must fulfill the same general application requirements as domestic students. These include the submission of academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. International students who are not native English speakers are required to provide evidence of their English language proficiency. This is typically done through […]