Upper School Admissions - Convent of the Sacred Heart

In light of challenges presented by Covid-19, Sacred Heart will hold all admissions events online this year. Assessments, interviews, school tours, information sessions, and classroom visits will be virtual. While we recognize this is not the ideal way to explore a school, we assure you that we are entirely committed to getting to know you and your family, and to helping you develop a true sense of what it is like to be a student at Sacred Heart. We look forward to meeting you!

Thank you for your interest in our Upper School.

At Sacred Heart, students are challenged to grow intellectually, spiritually and physically through a rigorous academic curriculum, comprehensive arts program, competitive athletics, meaningful service initiative s, and global study opportunities.

We appreciate your interest in Sacred Heart and look forward to getting to know you and your daughter. Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime.

Immy Mullin
Associate Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
212-722-4745, ext 103
imullin@cshnyc.org

Admissions Timeline for 2020-2021

August 15, 2020: Sacred Heart Application is Available

September 1, 2020: TADS Financial Aid Application is Available

October 21, 2020, 6:00 pm: Virtual Upper School Open House.

November 3 or 21, 2020: Virtual Athletics & Wellness Center Tour

December 1, 2020: Application Deadline

December 1, 2020: TADS Financial Aid Application Deadline

January 8, 2021: ISEE Test Results, School Transcripts and Teacher Recommendations Deadline

February 26, 2021: Enrollment Decision

March 12, 2021: Parent Reply Deadline

Scholarship Exam Admissions Timeline for 2020-2021 (nominated candidates only)

The Sacred Heart Scholarship is a partial merit scholarship awarded to young women who currently attend Catholic Parochial school. Students must show strong leadership and character and score in the 95th percentile or above on standardized testing. 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 spring of 7th grade to all the Parochial schools in the surrounding area. Please check with your principal or Immy Mullin at imullin@cshnyc.org for further information.

August 15, 2020: Application is Available (requires code)

September 1, 2020: TADS Financial Aid Application is Available

October 14, 2020: Scholarship Application, School Transcripts, and Teacher Recommendations Deadline

October 17, 2020: Scholarship Exam

October 21, 2020: 6:00 pm Virtual Upper School Open House.

November 3 or 21, 2020: Virtual Athletics & Wellness Center Tour

December 1, 2020: Virtual Scholarship Semifinalist Evening

December 1, 2020: TADS Financial Aid Application Deadline

January 15, 2021: Scholarship Finalist Notification

March 12, 2021: Parent Reply Deadline

2020-2021 Upper School Admissions Process

Regular Application
Sacred Heart Scholarship Nominee Application

Regular Application

Virtual Upper School Student and Parent Visit: Upon receipt of your application and fee, we will contact you to schedule a Zoom call which will include a parent meeting with Admissions and a student interview with both a faculty member and a member of the Admissions Office. In addition, student athletes may request to virtually meet with a coach or our Athletic Director.

Virtual Tour and Information Sessions: In addition to attending our Virtual Open House on October 21, please click here to watch our Upper School Virtual Tour and watch our Upper School Community Video above. Throughout the fall, we will host student-led information sessions for applicant parents and students.

Standardized Testing for Grades 9-11: The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is strongly encouraged for students applying to grades 9 and above. You can learn more about this test at www.erblearn.org. The deadline for submitting ISEE scores is January 8, 2021. While the ISEE is encouraged, it will not be required for 2021-22 applicants. Our admissions office is committed to working with applicants who are unable to access the exam.

Sacred Heart Scholarship Nominee Application

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

Virtual Tour and Community Video: In addition to attending our Virtual Open House on October 21, please click here to watch our Upper School Virtual Tour and watch our Upper School Community Video above.

Standardized Testing for Grades 9: It is highly encouraged that in addition to taking our internal exam, applicants take the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam). You can learn more about this test at www.erblearn.org. The deadline for submitting ISEE scores is January 8, 2021. While the ISEE is encouraged, it will not be required for 2021-22 applicants. Our admissions office is committed to working with applicants who are unable to access the exam.

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