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Regina Dominican, a premier all-girls, Catholic, private school, has been fostering academic excellence for over 64 years.
The results of our efforts are impressive. Our extraordinary educational experience has launched generations of inspiring and successful women.
We do that by offering a multitude of challenging academics, leadership initiatives, athletics, and co-curricular activities.
MissionRooted in the Dominican tradition, we challenge young women to be independent thinkers, relentless truth-seekers, and confident, compassionate leaders.
Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English Language, English Literature, European History, French IV, French V, Latin Vergil, Music Theory, Physics, Spanish IV, Spanish V, U.S. Government & Politics, U.S. History
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform skirt or pant, polo shirt, crew or knee socks.
Club or Organization: Alliance, Ambassadors Club, Art Club, Class Leadership Boards, Crown (Student Newspaper), Dominican Preachers, Drama Club, Environmental Club, International Thespian Society, Latin Club, Mathletes, National Art Honors Society, National Forensics League, National Honor Society, Orchesis Dance, Peer Leaders, Reginites for Life, Spanish Club, Spanish National Honor Society, Student Council, Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering Club (WYSE), Yearbook, Youth Ministry Council
Arts and Music Programs: Modern Music Masters (Tri-M)
School Notes
Future Female Leaders
We are passionate about educating the next generation of female
leaders. Building on Dominican values and tradition, we elevate
women's leadership by educating and empowering our students to be
independent thinkers, relentless truth-seekers, and confident and
compassionate leaders. We enable her to be the best that she can
be, while making the world a better, kinder place.
Academic Excellence, Unlimited Opportunities
We offer a challenging and exceptional academic curriculum
resulting in college placement success. Every student follows an
academic path tailored to their individual strengths. That includes
access to limitless options through our membership in GOA, which is
an exclusive consortium of schools where students have the access
to a global learning community and over 300 unique courses like
medical problem solving, bioethics, and game design. We
extend that personalization to college placement as well, with our
unique, in-depth college exploration and placement process. We know
our program is successful because our 2024 graduates were accepted
to 146 different colleges and Universities in 37 different States,
and earned $17.9 million in scholarships.
Values, Faith, and Service to Others
The Dominican value of veritas and our personal value of
caritas, inspires our educational philosophy, which students of all
faiths can benefit from. We challenge each other to stretch and be
our best not only for ourselves, but in service to others. Regina
students completed 5,017 hours of service in the 2022-2023 school
year. We are truly a community that works through love and unity to
create a positive learning environment, guided by the Dominican
pillars of Prayer, Study, Service and Community.
Friendly, Supportive Environment
But what our students say sets Regina Dominican apart is the
warm, friendly, supportive environment where girls feel like they
belong, as well as the unlimited opportunities for her to
fearlessly explore her own strengths and interests. 100% of our
girls are involved in extracurriculars which range from athletics,
dance, fine arts, academic teams, and travel-oriented experiential
learning. There's something for everyone.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Carol Ross Barney - Carol Ross Barney FAIA is an American architect and the founder and Design Principal of Ross Barney Architects. She is the 2023 winner of the AIA Gold Medal.
Sister Donna Markham, OP, PhD - Former President of the USA Catholic Charities
Regina Dominican High School's tuition is approximately $19,800 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Regina Dominican High School?
Regina Dominican High School famous alumni include: Carol Ross Barney and Sister Donna Markham, OP, PhD.
What sports does Regina Dominican High School offer?
Regina Dominican High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Regina Dominican High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
Grades: 9-12 | 422 students12.5 miles 7574 Division St River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-8383
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(3 reviews)
511/30/2021
I am incredibly happy with all that Regina offers my daughter who is now a junior. While small, Regina is able to offer a wide variety of challenging honors and AP level classes, along with amazing courses in fine arts, which has allowed my daughter to pursue her passions while engaging in a college-prep curriculum. A wide variety of clubs are available and the girls are supported and encouraged to be involved in sports, even those they`ve never played before. Teachers are available, responsive, and helpful. As we are now shifting our focus to the college search process, the counselor is providing informative whole group and individual information to us as parents and to the students. During the few Covid closings we experienced during the past 2 years, the school did an amazing job with keeping the community connected and students` academic growth moving forward. I am so thankful that my daughter chose this school and I would highly recommend it.
- Posted by Parent - CD
511/23/2021
Regina provides academic rigor in a supportive and safe environment. The small class sizes provide interactive learning with highly educated, caring instructors. "All-girls" gave our D the confidence to try new things, pursue leadership roles, science, sports, theater. Participation in clubs/ sports is very high and the quality of programs is excellent despite the small size. School spirit is plentiful; there are weekly rallies where students applaud each other! Community service opportunities are offered to enrich their faith. Girls are friendly and attend from all over Chicago and the campus is safe. Regina educates young women to be confident learners and prepares them well to be future leaders.
- Posted by Parent - chimom
510/20/2021
Regina is a wonderful school. The teachers care about the students and make are available to provide extra help when asked. They offer a variety of interesting and challenging classes. They also offer art classes, music foundations, and guitar. Unfortunately, the band only meets before school and isn't offered as a class. They have a variety of sports and anyone can join and play even if they will never be the star. The staff keeps the girls engaged. Most participate in sports and clubs. They have specific programs intended to help your daughter grow as a leader like the leading scholars, student government, etc. They also provide the girls with information on opportunities outside of the school which offers a significant advantage. As a general rule, the girls are friendly and welcoming. When my daughter started, she came home with friends on the first day of school despite being shy. As a parent with a full year + experience prior to COVID, during the worst of the pandemic, and with the return to classes, it is also worth mentioning that this experience was handled rather well despite some trial and error. I am very happy that my daughter chose to attend Regina.
- Posted by Parent - Veronica
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