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

2025-2026 Upper School Admissions Process

Upper School Admissions Events for Applicants for 2025-2026

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.

• October 16, 2025:  Middle & Upper School Open House (Open to all families)
• December 13, 2025:  Applicant Day of Service 
• December 16, 2025:  Scholarship Semifinalist Evening 
• January 8, 2026:  Upper School Classroom Experience 
• January 13, 2026:  Parents of Students of Color Coffee 
• January 20, 2026:  Diversity, Community, and Belonging Evening of Conversation
• January 28, 2026:  Building Community and Parent Involvement at Sacred Heart (Virtual)

Scholarship Exam Admissions Timeline for 2025-2026 (nominated candidates only)
 

August 1, 2025: Application Available

September 1, 2025: Financial Aid Application Available

October 10, 2025: Scholarship Application Deadline

October 16, 2025: Middle & Upper School Open House

October 18, 2025: Virtual Scholarship Exam

December 1, 2025: Financial Aid Application Deadline

December 16, 2025: Scholarship Semi-Finalist Evening

Mid-January 2026: Scholarship Finalist Notification

Sibling & Legacy Early Decision

Siblings of current students and the daughters of 91st Street Sacred Heart Alumnae are eligible for early notification. While sibling and legacy applicants do receive special consideration, their acceptance is not guaranteed and they must proceed through all phases of the admissions process. We recommend applying to at least one other school.

November 1, 2025: Application deadline for Early Decision Notification

November 14, 2025: Deadline to elect into Early Decision Notification for eligible families

November 26, 2025: All application requirements due for families who would like to participate in Early Decision Notification*

December 5, 2025: Early Decision Notification

December 12, 2025: Early Decision Parent Reply Deadline

*Connected families who submit their application and required materials late may still be considered for an early decision after these dates.

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