1. Register for the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS)

• Students who take the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS) are given priority for acceptance.
• There is a $78.00 registration fee. (Payable by credit card with internet or phone registration, certified check or money order with a mailed registration). Registration closes October 28, 2026. 
• Bishop Loughlin TACHS Code is: 003. Be sure Bishop Loughlin is one of your three choices.
• Remind your guidance counselor, principal or 8th grade teacher to complete the student applicant record and mail the completed form to:

2. Take the TACHS exam on November 7, 2026. 

3. January 2027 you will receive correspondence regarding acceptance and possible scholarship offer based on TACHS score (if accepted).

4. Complete Online Application and Register for enrollment

• After being accepted, please make sure that you have completed Loughlin’s online application (link to application) and submit the registration fee of $550 to finance. This fee will secure your seat at Bishop Loughlin. 
• Registration is not complete until you have submitted your child’s birth certificate, social security card, current physical, immunization records and final report card/regents scores (when available).

• You will be considered for acceptance based on an interview with the Admissions Team.
• Bring your immunization record, report card, social security card, birth certificate and a letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor.
• If accepted, you will be able to register on the same day.
• There is a registration fee of $550.00 payable in cash, money order or credit card.

Students may apply to Loughlin as transfer students into the 9^th, 10^th and 11^th grades. 
Applicants will need to make an appointment for an interview with the Assistant Principal/ Academic Dean and the Director of Admissions. To make an appointment you must contact the Admissions Office at 718-857-2700 Ext. 2246, x2248 or x2265.

Applicants for the 9^th, 10^th and 11^th grades must submit:

• Transcripts and/or report cards for all grades and subjects for which they want credit.
• Immunization records, social security card, birth certificate and, at least one letter of recommendation.

There is a non-refundable registration fee of $550 — cash or money order only — if application is approved.