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, with case by case exceptions made for 11th grade. 9th grade is the main entrance year and one of the biggest intake 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 and timing associated with both processes below. During the admissions process applicant parents and students are interviewed virtually by a member of the admissions team and a member of the Upper School Faculty, they are also invited to attend a one-on-one tour of the school in person. 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

2022-2023 Upper School Admissions Process

Upper School School Admissions Upcoming Events for 2022-2023

Scholarship Exam Admissions Timeline for 2022-2023 (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 email admissions@cshnyc.org for further information.

August 15, 2022: Application is Available

September 1, 2022: TADS Financial Aid Application is Available

October 7, 2022: Scholarship Application, School Transcripts, and Teacher Recommendations Deadline

October 15, 2022: Virtual Scholarship Exam

October 19, 2022: Virtual Middle and Upper School Open House, Click here to register

November 12, 2022: Athletics & Wellness Center Open House (registration link coming soon - open to applicant families only)

December 1, 2022: TADS Financial Aid Application Deadline

December 5, 2022: Scholarship Semi-Finalist Evening

January 13, 2023: Scholarship Finalist Notification

March 16, 2023: Parent Reply Deadline

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