Upper School Admissions - Convent of the Sacred Heart

Welcome to Upper School Admissions at Sacred Heart! The Upper School consists of 9th grade - 12th grade; we accept applications for 9th and 10th grades. 9th grade is the main entrance year and one of the biggest intakes of new students in the school. We welcome students from all five boroughs of NYC, New Jersey, Westchester and Long Island. The Upper School experience provides students with critical discourse, experiences and self discovery to help impact their community and empower them with resilience, ethical discernment and confidence. Vibrant offerings of visual and performing arts, sports and community service complement individually customized curriculum across a range of disciplines, encouraging students to explore their interests and grow as leaders.

There are two paths to admission for 9th grade students: general admissions and Sacred Heart Scholarship Applicants. Please see the details, eligibility and timing associated with both processes below. During the admissions process applicant parents and students participate in an interview and are invited to attend an in person tour of the school.More details regarding testing requirements can be found below.

We will also offer many in person and virtual events to help you learn more about many aspects of the school. We know that attending many events during the admissions season can feel overwhelming, please know that your attendance is always welcomed but optional.

If your family is in need of financial assistance, please visit our Tuition and Affordability section of this site to learn more.

We look forward to getting to know your family!

Sacred Heart Admissions

How to Apply for Upper School

Upper School Admissions Process

Regular Application
Sacred Heart Merit Scholarship Nomination, Application and Admissions Process

Regular Application

Upper School Student and Parent Meeting: Upon receipt of your application and fee, you will be able to schedule a virtual or in-person parent and student interview. This 45-minute meeting will take place during the fall and winter. In addition, student athletes may request to meet with a coach or our Athletic Director.

Tour and Information Sessions: We encourage you to join our Virtual Middle/Upper School Information Session on October 17 to get to know Sacred Heart. In-person tours of the school are available for all applicant families in the fall and winter. Please submit an application to schedule a tour of Sacred Heart.

Standardized Testing for Grades 9 and 10: Sacred Heart accepts the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) or Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) for students applying to grades 9 and 10. The deadline for submitting test scores is January 9, 2025. If at any time accessing the ISEE exam becomes a burden for your family, financially or otherwise, please contact the admissions office.

Sacred Heart Merit Scholarship Nomination, Application and Admissions Process

The Sacred Heart Scholarship is a partial merit scholarship awarded to young women who currently attend Catholic Parochial school. Students must demonstrate strong leadership, character, and academic excellence. To be considered for the Sacred Heart Scholarship, students must be nominated by their 8th grade teacher or school principal. Additional financial aid is available to students who qualify. Information is sent out in the summer before 8th grade to all the Parochial schools in the surrounding area. Additional need based financial aid is available to students who qualify. Please email admissions@cshnyc.org if you have any questions.

Upon receipt of your nomination and application, a confirmation email will be sent to you informing you of the Scholarship Exam Admissions process, including dates and timelines.

Tour and Information Sessions: We encourage you to join our Virtual Middle/Upper School Information Session on October 17 to get to know Sacred Heart. In-person tours of the school are available for all applicant families in the fall and winter.

Student and Parent Meeting: Semifinalists and their families are invited to an interview that will take place in late fall. In addition, student athletes may request to meet with a coach or our Athletic Director.

Scholarship Exam: Nominees are required to take the Sacred Heart Merit Scholarship Exam on October 19. You will receive more details about the exam after your daughter’s application has been received.

Standardized Testing for Scholarship Applicants: Sacred Heart accepts the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) or Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT). Standardized test scores are optional for scholarship semifinalist applicants.

Admissions Events for Applicants

Virtual Events:

October 17, 2024: Middle/Upper School Information Session (Open to all families)

In-Person Events:

November 21, 2024: Parents of Students of Color Coffee
December 4, 2024: Scholarship Semifinalist Classroom Experience
December 14, 2024: Applicant Day of Service
January 9, 2025: Diversity, Equity & Belonging Evening of Conversation
January 14, 2025: Upper School Classroom Experience

Registration can be completed through the applicant portal approximately one month before the event. All events listed below are in person and completely optional, unless indicated otherwise.

Upper School Admissions Timeline

August 1, 2024: Sacred Heart Application is Available

August 1, 2024: Financial Aid Application is Available

October 17, 2024: Virtual Middle and Upper School Information Session

December 1, 2024: Application Deadline

December 1, 2024: Financial Aid Application Deadline

January 9, 2025: Standardized Test Results, School Transcripts and Teacher Recommendations Deadline

February 21, 2025: Admissions Decision Notification

March 12, 2025: Parent Reply Deadline

Scholarship Exam Admissions Timeline (nominated candidates only)

August 1, 2024: Application Available

August 1, 2024: Financial Aid Application Available

October 15, 2024: Scholarship Application Deadline

October 17, 2024: Virtual Middle and Upper School Information Session

October 19, 2024: Virtual Scholarship Exam

December 1, 2024: Financial Aid Application Deadline

December 4, 2024: Scholarship Semi-Finalist Evening

Mid-January 2025: Scholarship Finalist Notification

Contact Us

From left to right: Laura Millington, Jessica Anub, Rachael Macchiesi, Meg Walters

Rachael Macchiesi
Director of Admissions, Enrollment Management & Financial Aid
rmacchiesi@cshnyc.org

Jessica Anub
Associate Director of Admissions
janub@cshnyc.org

Laura Millington

Admissions Associate
lmillington@cshnyc.org

Meg Walters

Admissions Associate
mwalters@cshnyc.org