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Every history class I have taken at De Smet has given me a plethora of knowledge, not only about events and how they transpired, but also how they came to be and their implications today. They are so in-depth when discussing their relative time periods.

David Stephens '21

Four Year Curriculum Overview

SUBJECT NUMBER OF CREDITS
English 4.0
Fine Arts 1.0
Mathematics 4.0
Physical Education 1.0
Science 3.0
Social Studies 3.0
Theology 4.0
World Language 2.0
Electives 6.0
Service & Insignis 1.5
TOTAL ACADEMIC CREDITS*

27 for 2026 & 2027

27.5 for 2028+

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ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS

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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

At De Smet Jesuit, personalized care is at the heart of academic success. Our Personal & Academic Counseling program provides confidential support, individualized academic planning, and self-advocacy coaching, while our Learning Center and tutors ensure every student can thrive—emotionally and scholastically—within a caring Jesuit community.

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COLLEGE PREParatory

De Smet Jesuit offers a comprehensive college preparatory experience rooted in academic excellence and personal formation. From rigorous coursework to ACT prep, alumni mentorship, and individualized guidance, our students graduate prepared to thrive at the next level—intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually.

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INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

In August 2023, De Smet Jesuit became the first Catholic high school in St. Louis to launch an Inclusive Education Program, welcoming young men with intellectual disabilities into meaningful school-life integration. Participants earn a modified diploma aligned with standard curriculum goals and life-skills training, while peer mentors from the broader student body foster academic, social, and leadership development.

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JESUIT CORE CURRICULUM & MISSION 

Our curriculum is designed to form students who are intellectually competent, open to growth, and committed to doing justice—key elements of the Jesuit “Graduate at Graduation” profile. Across all departments, students are invited to connect their learning to faith, reflection, and purpose. Hallmarks of our approach include:

Cura Personalis: Educating the whole person

Eloquentia Perfecta: Clear, persuasive, ethical communication

Service Learning: Using knowledge to serve others

Spiritual Reflection: Integrating faith with everyday life

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