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|  | Frequently Asked Questions | Q. | What criteria are reviewed in the Admission process?
| | A. | • Entrance Exam Scores • Academic & Conduct History
• Teacher Recommendations
• Application Essay
The school is committed to creating a diverse student body incorporating individuals who reflect the charism and mission of the school especially love for learning, capacity for leadership, willingness to reach out to others in service and sincerity in the search for spiritual values.
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| Q. | How much is tuition? When is tuition paid? | | A. | Tuition for 2010/2011 is $11,500 plus an activity fee of $150. Tuition is adjusted annually.
There are three options for tuition payment:
• One payment due on July 1.
• Two payments: the first due on July 1, the second on December 1.
• Ten Payments through the F.A.C.T.S. Plan.
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| Q. | How many students are enrolled at BG?
| | A. | 900 boys and girls are enrolled in grades 9-12. Male/female ratio is close to 50/50. |
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| Q. | What percentage of BG graduates attend college? | | A. | 98% of the class of 2010 have gone on to pursue higher education at some of the finest institutions in the country, such as Cornell University, Dartmouth College, MIT, Princeton University and Yale University.
3 members of the class of 2010 received appointments to our nation's military academies.
5 members of the class of 2010 are attending prestigious post graduate schools.
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| Q. | What is the student/teacher ratio?
| | A. | Teachers to Students ratio: 1 to 11. Class sizes are usually between 18-25 students. |
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| Q. | Are religion courses required for all, even if student is non-Christian?
| | A. | Yes, and the grades are calculated into the student’s G.P.A. BG welcomes students of all faiths. Courses are taught from the Catholic perspective and tradition but a student’s freedom to believe whatever he or she chooses is respected. |
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| Q. | Is the school accredited?
| | A. | Bishop Guertin High School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and has been approved by the State of New Hampshire as a non-public school.
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| Q. | Is there a dress code at BG? | | A. | Yes, as follows:
• Dress Pants (boys and girls) – black, charcoal, navy, khaki
• BG Shirts (boys and girls)
• Skirts (girls)
• Blazer or Sweater optional
Shirts, skirts and sweaters are available through our uniform company. Details on the dress code and purchasing options are published on the BG website at www.bghs.org.
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| Q. | What are the transportation options? | | A. | Juniors and Seniors may drive their own cars to school and park in the student lot. Most students commute by car pools. Car pool information for your particular area is available from the school at extension 4314. Nashua students who reside two miles or more from BG can be provided with morning bus transportation by the City of Nashua. Bus routes and prices are set by the Nashua School Department of Transportation. |
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