High School Admissions

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We are thrilled that you and your family are considering St. Mary's Academy. Below is the application process and timeline for High School admission.

Grade 9: Class size ranges from 65-72 students.

Grades 10-12: Space available is typically based on attrition. Please contact Seely Meredith at 303-762-8300, ext. 255 to learn more about possible openings.

Admissions Process

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Inquire Online and Create Admissions Portal

Student Application, due December 16, 2026

High School Placement Test, Grade 9

The HSPT is a required component of the High School admissions process, but students may take it at any local testing site.
Click here to register for the HSPT at SMA!
In order to be eligible for the St. Mary's Academy Academic Excellence Award, students must take the HSPT at SMA, indicate SMA as her first choice school, complete all admissions application materials by the application deadline for new Grade 9 applicants, and score in the 90th percentile on the HSPT. Finalists will be notified by the SMA Admissions Office that they have met these requirements and will receive an invitation to interview with the Merit Award Committee at the end of January 2027. Finalists will be required to submit an additional essay and a letter of recommendation. Award notifications will be communicated with admissions decisions on February 12, 2027.

Administrator/Teacher Recommendations

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Financial Aid Application, due December 16, 2026

High School Admissions Decisions

High School Admissions Events

St. Mary's Academy offers informational events through the year for families to become acquainted with the school community and academic programs by division. Please see below for opportunities to learn more about St. Mary's Academy High School.

Student Visits: Select Dates Available in October and November
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High School Preview: October 22, 9-11am
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Info Night: November 5, 6-7pm
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High School Placement Test: December 5
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Questions?

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Seely Meredith
Director of Admissions
smeredith@smanet.org
303.762.8300 x 255

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