Academics
Camino Scholars Program
Camino Scholars Program
Find your Path; Discover your Purpose.
The word camino means "the way" or "the journey." At Walsh Jesuit, the Camino Scholars Program reflects our Jesuit mission by helping students discover their unique gifts while pursuing academic excellence, leadership, and service to others. Beginning junior year, students experience a two year comprehensive study of their chosen camino.
Through immersive, hands-on learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to explore their passions, think critically, and engage with real-world challenges. Grounded in the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis—care for the whole person—the program empowers students to grow not only as scholars, but as compassionate leaders prepared to make a meaningful impact.
Explore the pathways below to discover where your journey could begin.
Education is not simply about preparing for a career—it's about discovering who you are called to become.
Course Offerings
Health and Medical Sciences
Explore the science of caring for others through rigorous coursework, hands-on experiences, and real-world applications of medicine. Designed for students interested in healthcare careers, this pathway encourages academic excellence while helping you discern how your gifts can be used in service of others.
Global Scholars
Gain a deeper understanding of our interconnected world through global issues, cultures, and perspectives. Rooted in Ignatian values, this pathway challenges you to think critically, lead with compassion, and explore meaningful solutions that promote justice, service, and the common good.
Engineering
Develop the mindset of an engineer by solving complex problems, exploring multiple engineering disciplines, and designing innovative solutions. Through hands-on learning, collaboration with industry professionals, and independent projects, you'll build the technical and critical thinking skills needed to create what's next.
Sustainability
Investigate today's environmental challenges through scientific inquiry, systems thinking, and interdisciplinary learning. This pathway prepares you to develop sustainable solutions that protect natural resources and create a healthier future for communities around the world.
The Camino Experience
Learn
Gain hands-on experience through projects, research, collaboration, and real-world applications that bring classroom learning to life.
Explore
Discover your interests through innovative coursework, meaningful questions, and opportunities to pursue what inspires you.
Connect
Build relationships with dedicated faculty, industry professionals, and peers who challenge, encourage, and support your growth.
Serve
Apply your knowledge to meaningful experiences that strengthen communities and prepare you to lead with compassion.
Discern
Reflect on your gifts, your values, and your purpose while discovering who God is calling you to become.
Why Camino Scholars?
A Distinctive Academic Experience
Camino Scholars is more than an enrichment program. It is an intentional four-year academic pathway that allows students to pursue specialized interests while earning recognition for their commitment and achievement.
Specialized Coursework
Unlike traditional electives, Camino Scholars complete a sequence of pathway-specific courses and experiences designed around a focused area of study.
Real-World Learning
Students apply classroom learning through research, service, mentorship, independent study, and hands-on experiences connected to their pathway.
Discernment with Purpose
Rooted in the Jesuit tradition, Camino Scholars integrate reflection, ethics, and vocation into their academic journey.
Recognition at Graduation
Students who successfully complete the program receive special recognition at graduation, celebrating their dedication and achievement.
More than College Preparation
Camino Scholars is more than an academic distinction. It is an opportunity to explore your interests, challenge yourself academically, and develop the confidence to lead with compassion, curiosity, and purpose. Rooted in the Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person, Camino prepares students not only for college—but for lives of meaningful service and leadership.
Where Will Your Path Lead?
Reach out to our admissions team at admissions@walshjesuit.org to learn more about the Camino Scholars Program, or schedule a visit and check it out for yourself!
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Our Mission
As a Christ-centered community, we strive to be Men and Women for and with Others.
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