Regis High School

Whatever I write is redundant because of the well-deserved strength of Regis' reputation. I am writing partially in response to some of the other reviews. We were told upon graduation that this school's cachet exceeds that of the best Ivy League institutions. This is well deserved, why? The teachers at Regis teach you how to think better than anyone at a formative age. The teachers at Regis, especially in the humanities, are world-class. It's no accident that the academic workload is challenging. My friends at Harvard, Princeton, Yale say their workload is not as hard as Regis + involvement in debate team (arguably the best in America). I am a very happy graduate still in college - I feel incredibly lucky that I knew someone who went to Regis, told my parents about it, and then got in. At the first admissions open house I instantly felt that this was my second home - and it was. I met a brilliant group of friends - and so Regis was great for me socially. As is with most things in life, Regis is what you make of it. It is not inherently socially restricting - you have to remain grounded outside of school. It's up to you to have the educational and personal experience of a lifetime.
--Submitted by a student

Regis is not for everyone. Students that have exceptional motivation to learn, and the maturity to endure a long commute while managing their time effectively, can gain a life changing high school experience at Regis. The primary benefits of the school are life long relationships with other gofted students, and an almost garantee of success in college due to the outstanding job the school does preparing students for post high school life, including the ability to live independently when you leave the nest. It's not for everyone, but for those ready to meet the challenge, it's a lifetime experience.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a very unhappy graduateof the so called prestigious Regis. I just want to clear some controversey up. Regis High School is the greatest most brilliant school alive. NOT. The whole staff of Regis is suppost to care, well none of the teachers care about what goes on. It kills me to see this go on. People need to know what really goes on in there. Kids are literally brainwashed!!!! ALL that Regis cares about is reputation and making your kids become desk drones and having no social life yet making no impact on the world.
--Submitted by a student

After three years at this school I've learned two things 1) the curriculum is extremely rigorous, demanding, and is much more than your average thirteen year old can handle 2) ITS TOTALLY WORTH IT!!!!!!!!! The teachers are great, the extracurricular activities are so much fun, and the people you will meet are outstanding! I highly recommend Regis to anyone who feels they are up to the challenge of a lifetime. Trust me, its worth the reward.
--Submitted by a student

I am a brother of an alumnus I must say that Regis is a great place for education. It is not a great place to develop young boys into men. My brother came out of Regis a socially awkward person. He may be smart but he has no way of impacting the world around him. If only Regis put less emphasis on education rather then the development of the whole person, it would be a great school.

Regis accepts the brightest and most outgoing Catholic boys in the tri-state area. About 1200 boys apply a year and only 135 make it. First, 8th graders take a written test and the top 250 move on to an interview with a teacher and alumni. Finally, 135 kids are picked as the best. However, if there is are two students exactly the same but one is wealthier than the other, they will pick the less weathier student in order to give him a chance. It is a great school while still challenging.
--Submitted by a parent

As an alumnus of Regis, I have grown to appreciate the school more and more with every passing day. Regis is a special place that prepares young men into intelligent and thoughtful contributors to society. While I was attending Regis I often focused on the tremendous workload and lack of a 'typical high school experience' as serious drawbacks. However, after leaving Regis I have come to truly value the education I received. The faculty are overqualified. I had a hard time finding college professors who were on par with Regis teachers. The environment is challenging and competitive but in the best sense. Every day at Regis you find a student that challenges just how smart you thought you were. Finally, Regis provides an education that helps develop well rounded young men. To this day my closest friends are the ones I met at Regis.

Regis High School is a wonderful place for boys to grow into men academically and morally. The teachers truly care about their students. The administrators and counselors are experts in understanding the boys entrusted to them. My son is currently a sophomore. He is so happy to have been chosen to receive a scholarship. He loves his school and strives to his best. I recommend Regis wholeheartedly to everyone. My second son is currently in the application process and we are praying he will also benefit from a Regis education and become the 'Man for Others' that this world sorely needs.
--Submitted by a parent

As an Alumnus, I can confirm that a student will receive an excellent education at Regis, one that will allow you to coast through the vast majority of your university experience. Despite the scholarship however, this education is far from free. Understand that the four years spent in Regis will be the most stressful years of your son's life. With that in mind, do not force your child to apply here, it's a choice and an investment that they need to make on their own or they will hold it against you for a very, very long time. Academics are top notch, but students gain the most from visiting 'resource rooms' which serve as department offices. Speaking with teachers between classes for homework help or to review a topic can save lots of late-night panicking. Regis has an insular feel to it, but exploring Manhattan after class is key. Beware and good luck.
--Submitted by a student

I love Regis because it is an all scholarship school for gifted young men that gives them a superior education, encourages original thinking, moral values and a sense of duty to community. There is a lifelong camaraderie among the students which is fostered.
--Submitted by a parent