Experience our FAITH, PRIDE and SPIRIT
Archbishop Alter High School
Archbishop Alter High School has been providing an exemplary, comprehensive Catholic education to Dayton-area students for more than 60 years. We pride ourselves in preparing students for an ever-changing world through a broad selection of challenging academics, Christ-centered retreats, athletic opportunities, and a wide range of arts and extracurricular activities. We believe that this comprehensive approach allows students to grow intellectually, spiritually, creatively, and socially during their high school years. Above all, Alter students are part of a unique community, one in which they are known and loved, and are supported by teachers, staff, and peers as they work to reach their fullest potential.
During the fall admissions season, we invite you to participate in our shadow days, where you will join one of our current students on campus to attend classes and experience a “day in the life” of an Alter Knight. We also invite you to one (or all!) of our admissions events- these evenings highlight the faith, pride, and spirit that make Alter so incredibly special.
Thank you for taking the time to consider Alter High School. We look forward to meeting you and helping you explore all the opportunities Alter has to offer!
CONTACT ADMISSIONS
Jessica Pettit,
Director of Admissions
jessica.pettit@alterhs.org
(937) 428-5394 (office)
(937) 241-1565 (cell- call or text)
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Archbishop Alter High School is committed to providing opportunity and ensuring student success. To that end, we welcome applications from students wishing to transfer from another high school program. Prospective transfer students are invited and encouraged to tour the building and/or shadow a current student as part of their discernment process. To arrange either, please contact Jessica Pettit, Director of Admissions, at jessica.pettit@alterhs.org or (937) 428-5394.
To apply, please click on “ONLINE APPLICATION”. This will lead you to our online application. A completed application (including the $100 application fee) and records from the previous or current school attended are required to make an admissions decision. An interview with the student and family may be requested.
Shadow Days
Any 8th-grade student who would like to experience a day at Alter can schedule a shadow day and be hosted by a current Alter student. Our student guests will tour, attend class, and enjoy a complimentary lunch in our cafeteria- all with their designated student host. Shadow days are scheduled from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. We encourage parents to attend the first hour of the day, which includes a tour of our campus once students are taken to class.
Admissions Events
Attend our admissions events- Under the Armor: Arts, Athletics, and Spirit will take place on Tuesday, October 7 at 6 pm and Under the Armor: Academics, Admissions, and Faith on Thursday, November 6 at 6 pm. Our staff will be available to answer questions about the admissions process and will provide families with the chance to meet our teachers and hear more about our academic offerings and our faith-centered experiences.
Join us to learn more about our programs in visual and performing arts, our incredible athletics opportunities, and attend a sporting event to see our spirit on display!
Apply
Once you have had a chance to experience all that Alter can offer, your next step is submitting an application. We would love for you to join our incoming freshman class, and join the incredible community that is Archbishop Alter High School.
The application deadline for the 2026-27 academic year will be Friday, November 14, 2025. Families who wish to be considered for Scholarships and Financial Assistance must complete the Alter application for admission by this date. Scholarship applications are also due at this time.
Applications for admission may be accepted past the November 14 due date. Please reach out to Jessica Pettit, Director of Admissions, for information regarding late applications.
Archdiocese of Cincinnati HSPT® Registration
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati will administer the High School Placement Test (HSPT) at area high schools on November 22, 2025. All students are encouraged to register online for the test. Students applying to high schools in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati may only take the HSPT one time.
Registration opens on August 1st. Students are required to register for the HSPT by November 19th. Late online registrations and/or walk-in registrations may be permitted; however, testing accommodations cannot be guaranteed.
HSPT Prep Class
Alter has designed a class for 8th grade students to prepare them for the High School Placement Test and maximize their success. This year, we are expanding our offerings to include a practice test session the week of the HSPT administration. We encourage students to attend one of the prep sessions and then attend the practice test session to put the strategies they have learned into action.
- During the one-hour prep class sessions, students will learn about the test format, the question types, and helpful tips for time management. Students will receive a booklet that has been created to help students identify strengths and weaknesses and review content for the test sections.
- During the one-hour practice test session, students will be able to put what they have learned in their prep class into practice as they complete a shortened version of the HSPT. There will be time after each section to debrief with the teacher and gain confidence in their test-taking ability.
