Admissions

Why BK?

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Come to Our Open House

Join us for Bishop Kearney's Open House on October 20 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM! Discover what makes BK unique by meeting our dedicated teachers, exploring a variety of clubs, learning about our athletics programs, and touring the school with current students. Find out how you can Be You at BK!
REGISTER HERE FOR THE OPEN HOUSE
At BK, You Can Be You!

Our educational environment is designed to empower you to be strong, safe, and successful. In the classroom, you’ll be challenged by teachers who are deeply invested in your growth. Outside the classroom, whether you’re on the field, the ice, or on the stage, our coaches and mentors will push you to excel and bring out your best.

When you join our community, you’re not just joining a school—you’re becoming part of our family.

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The opportunity to attend BK for me is exactly what I needed. Bishop Kearney educates the entire student, and the staff and students know everyone by name. The smaller environment makes this school a family. At BK I am not just a number anymore.
At BK, we embody our motto, Fac Omnia Bene, "Do all things well." This guiding principle is reflected in everything we do—our commitment to academic excellence, our passion for our pursuits, and our dedication to building a strong, supportive community.

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  • Come here and GO anywhere

    Our students have earned admission to and committed to some of the nation’s most selective and prestigious institutions. These include Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Penn, Columbia, Cornell, Colgate, Duke, Georgetown, Hamilton, Holy Cross, Notre Dame, NYU, University of Southern California, Boston College, Northeastern, Boston University, Penn State, Providence, Ohio State, University of Rochester, Clarkson, RPI, Syracuse University, Binghamton, Wesleyan (CT), and Wisconsin.
  • BE Encouraged

    At our school, you’re more than just a student—you’re known by name. Our dedicated teachers and faculty inspire you to stretch your imagination, encouraging you to explore and discover beyond the classroom. With a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1, our talented, experienced, and passionate educators are deeply committed to your success, ensuring personalized attention and a supportive environment where you can thrive.
  • EXPLORE Your Interests

    We are small enough to challenge you and large enough to build on everything you are passionate about! Students here can be the star in our musical and theatrical productions, or be a part of student government cabinet; or deliver breaking news on our BK News Team; or make a difference doing community service work; or they can bring their game face and play on one of our championship sports teams.

At A Glance

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  • $12,000,000

    Amount students receive annually in merit and scholarship dollars from colleges & universities.
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    BKHS has a 100% graduation rate
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    BKHS has a 100% college placement rate
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    BKHS student SAT scores are 20% higher than the national average!

We Can't Wait to Meet You

Thank you for your interest in Bishop Kearney, A Golisano Education Partner. We look forward to learning more about YOU! 

We can't wait to meet you and welcome you to Bishop Kearney! Visiting our campus is the best way to experience the vibrant community and exceptional opportunities that await you here. We encourage you to schedule a visit and learn more about what makes BK a place where you can thrive both academically and personally. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Admissions Team

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    Heather Ilardo 

    Director of Enrollment
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    Victoria Steed 

    Enrollment Coordinator

About Bishop Kearney

Bishop Kearney High School is a Roman Catholic educational institution in Irondequoit, New York, USA, a suburb of Rochester.