St. Ignatius College Preparatory, Chicago, IL September, 1977 - May, 1981
Attended Chicago's leading Jesuit college preparatory, with emphasis on study of science and classic languages.

National Merit Finalist May, 1981
Scholastic Achievement Award for top high school students.

National Honor Society May, 1981
Award given nationwide to high school juniors and seniors showing top academic performance in general.

Illinois State Scholar May, 1981
Financial award given in Illinois to high school seniors showing top academic performance in general.

St. Ignatius Math Award May, 1981
Given to graduating candidate showing top performance in mathematics.

Renssalaer Medal for Math and Science May, 1980
Given nationwide to high school juniors showing top performance in mathematics and sciences.

Illinois State Latin Champion May, 1980
Award for top paper in Latin and Greek study at statewide competition in Urbana-Champaign.

St. Ignatius Freshman Scholarship September, 1977
Financial award of one year's free tuition given to top five performers on high school entrance exam.