Mater Dei High School

About MD
Mater Dei is a distinguished destination of excellence in academics and technology, the arts, faith and service, campus life, and athletics. We are proud to be Orange County’s oldest and largest Catholic high school.
Admissions
Your journey to becoming a Monarch starts here! Tour campus, schedule a shadow day, begin your application, and more. We are excited for you to join the MD family!
Programs
Built on Catholic fellowship and intellectual rigor, our programs in academics, technology, athletics, faith and service, and the arts provide unlimited opportunities for student success. Comprehensive counseling and wellness resources educate and bolster families throughout the high school journey.
Campus Life
Through avenues of leadership, faith, shared interests, and extracurricular activities and events, students can make Mater Dei their own. Get involved today!
Community
- Students
- Parents
- Faculty
- Alumni
- Grandparents
Tradition never graduates. Alumni, lifetime parents, grandparents, and friends are a vital and vibrant aspect of our community. Once a Monarch, always a Monarch.
Giving
Behind every achievement, success, and championship, stand the alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends who fortify our future. We invite you to support MD in a variety of ways with a gift that is meaningful to you.

For College-Bound Student Athletes

Please refer to the links below for important information regarding eligibility, standards, transcripts, test scores, and more for the college-bound student athlete.

NCAA Guide to the College-Bound Student-Athlete
NAIA Guide to the College-Bound Student-Athlete
NCAA College Night PowerPoint 2018-2019
NCAA College Night PowerPoint 2019-2020
Transcript Release Form

CLICK HERE for a see a list of Mater Dei's NCAA-approved courses. Search by school code "053240."

NCAA/NAIA: FAQ
Q: Do I have all the necessary courses to be NCAA/NAIA eligible?
A: Eligibility Center Resources

Q: How do I register with the NCAA or NAIA Eligibility Centers if I want to play sports in college?
A: Go to the Eligibility Center to get registered with the NCAA. Those students who are planning to play at the Division 1 or 2 level need to register preferably at the end of junior year.

Q: How do I send my transcript to NCAA or NAIA?
A: Please Click Here to send your transcripts through Parchment. When it asks for the destination, simply type in NCAA or NAIA.