How To Apply - St. Stephen's Episcopal School

We are thrilled that you are considering St. Stephen's Episcopal School and look forward to getting to know your family during the admission process.

Applying to St. Stephen's

St. Stephen's Application

To begin the application process, please create an account with our Finalsite admission application portal. You will use the portal to submit required forms, upload report cards and request recommendations. It also provides a checklist so you can see the status of your application. You will only need one Finalsite account to manage the admission process for multiple family members.

Boarding Applicants

Boarding candidates may choose to complete applications through Standard Application (SAO) and Gateway to Prep Schools. Applications are due by January 20.

Families who use one of these common applications will receive instructions on how to create a Finalsite account in order to monitor the application progress, receive communications from the Office of Admission, access admission decisions and any future enrollment documents.

Interviews

Applicants from China, Hong Kong and Taiwan

In-Person Interview
Virtual Interview

In-Person Interview

Virtual Interview

Admission Deadlines

The priority admission deadline is January 20. Students who complete files by January 20 receive priority consideration for available spaces. Decisions are communicated beginning March 10.

After January 20, St. Stephen’s considers applications on a rolling basis. When all spaces are filled, qualified candidates are placed on the waiting list if openings occur. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Campus Visits

Campus visits are encouraged but are optional. Applicants may visit campus to attend classes and tour the facilities on designated days. Join us for a Campus Visit Days or Discovery Weekend.

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Priority admission deadline:
January 20

Application Steps

Application Form & Checklist

The application is the first step in the process and generates the student file. U.S. residents application fee is $100 and $125 for applicants (or their parents) who reside outside the U.S.

Student Questionnaire

Student applicant shares their personality and passions. It is to be completed by the student without assistance.

Student Essay

200-500 word essay in response to one of three prompts. It is to be completed by the student without assistance.

Recommendations

Three recommendation letters; a current math teacher, English teacher and one personal. You will be asked to submit email addresses for those writing your letters.

Parent Statement

Parents submit candid responses about your child along with a recent photo of your student. While not required, it is extremely helpful during the admission process.

Report Card

Upload copies of the applicant’s final (year-end) report card (official transcript are not required at this time) from last school year and the most recent report card or progress report for the current school year.

Standardized Testing

St. Stephen’s requires applicants to submit standardized testing scores. St. Stephen’s accepts the SSAT and ISEE admission tests. Testing before or on January 20th will ensure that the scores are accepted for the January 20th priority application deadline.

Interview

All applicants are required to interview with an admission officer. The interview is for both the applicant and the parent(s) and takes about 45 minutes (20-25 minutes each).

Priority admission deadline: January 20

Priority admission deadline:
January 20