Amerigo partner school ·
Carmel Catholic High School
A leading college-preparatory school in the northern Chicago suburbs, recognized with five National Blue Ribbon Awards for academic excellence.
5
National Ribbon Awards
100+
AP, Honors and Dual Credit Courses
100%
accepted to a Top 50 university
About the school
Carmel Catholic offers a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with strong STEM and engineering pathways, alongside specialized opportunities in business, robotics, and aerophysics.
Key Info
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Grades
9-11
Intakes
August/September, January Intakes
Language requirement
TOEFL equivalent 60-80
Cost of attendance
Starting from $48,000
Accommodation
Homestay
Program
Diploma and Exchange
Brochure Download
More School Info
School Website
Class of 2026 acceptances
Where the class of 2026 got in.
100%
accepted to a Top 100 university
100%
accepted to a Top 50 university
100%
accepted to a Top 30 university
100%
accepted to a Top 50 university
100%
accepted to a Top 30 university
Reflects Amerigo students who applied to that university tier. Results are self-reported by Amerigo students
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Three things this school does exceptionally well.
01
STEM & Engineering
Carmel offers a strong STEM experience with Project Lead The Way engineering, computer science, and astronomy taught by a NASA ambassador, plus opportunities to compete on its world-championship-winning robotics team.
02
Business INCubator Lab
Students create and pitch their own companies to local investors, with successful ideas receiving funding and support from faculty to pursue patents and launch their businesses.
03
Chicago at Your Doorstep
Enjoy the best of both worlds: a welcoming suburban campus with easy access to Chicago, one of the U.S.’s most vibrant cities, known for its world-class architecture, diverse culture, restaurants, sports, and entertainment.
School facts
A
Niche overall grade
1,150
students enrolled
#42 of 153
Best Private High Schools in Illinois
45+
Clubs
24
Varsity Sports
$44.4 million
in Scholarships Earned by Recent Graduates
25.2
Average ACT Score
1:15
Faculty-to-Student Ratio
The Top 100 Guarantee
A place at a Top 100 US university, in writing.
$50,000
refunded if an eligible student doesn't receive a Top 100 offer. New for students arriving Fall 2026.
What it takes
Meet the academic and attendance standards
Follow your Amerigo university counseling plan
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The location
Suburban comfort, Chicago adventure.
Mundelein is an affluent area with beautiful nature, local shopping malls and a variety of restaurants. The culture and excitement of Chicago are just over an hour train ride away.
Chicago has a population of 2.7 million.
Easy access to two international airports - O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW).
Close to top-ranked universities including Northwestern University (#9), University of Chicago (#12) and Loyola University.
Accommodation
A safe home away from home.
Students live in a vetted local homestay, fully staffed and close to campus. The on-campus Amerigo team is always nearby, so no one is ever on their own.
Vetted homestay
Carefully screened local host families for a fully immersive experience.
Fully staffed & supported
24/7 wellbeing check-ins from the Amerigo team on campus.
FAQ
Your questions, answered.
A student who is curious, ambitious, and eager to build real-world skills thrives at Carmel — especially those passionate about STEM, engineering, robotics, or business. I
What academic programs stand out?
Carmel Catholic stands out for its Project Lead The Way engineering program, computer science, and astronomy course taught by a NASA ambassador. Students can also join the school’s world-championship-winning robotics team, gaining hands-on experience in engineering, technology, and problem-solving.
Where will you live?
In a local homestay, close to campus and fully supported. The on-campus Amerigo team is at the school everyday, so you're never on your own.
What's the area around the school like?
The school is located in Mundelein, the welcoming northern suburb of Chicago. It's a friendly community with plenty of cafés, restaurants, shopping, and outdoor spaces, while being close enough to explore everything Chicago has to offer.
What is Amerigo 360°?
It's the complete support system around every Amerigo student: a dedicated on-campus team, academic coaching, wellbeing check-ins and a family app that keeps everyone in the loop. Other programs have a contact nearby. Amerigo has a team inside the building.
Is the Top 100 university guarantee real?
Do you help with the student visa?
Yes. We guide you through the F-1 student visa, travel and arrival in the US, step by step, so nothing feels overwhelming.
How do you get started?
Download the school profile, join a webinar or book a free call. One of our advisors will be in touch within one working day.
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