FAQs

We know from both research and our own practice as a nearly 400-year-old school that boys and young men are shaped into happy and successful members of society when they can learn in a community that cultivates joy through challenge.  Our rigorous academic program begins in kindergarten and ascends in a rigorous yet developmentally-appropriate continuum that instills exceptional academic skills, leadership development, and an unmatched opportunity to make deep connections with other boys and our renowned faculty. Outstanding academic scholarship, good character, and a life-long brotherhood are hallmarks of a Collegiate education.  Read more about what we believe boys need here.

Please call our main number at (212) 812-8552 or contact us by email at admissions@collegiateschool.org.

Kindly follow the steps on your division’s admission page paying close attention to any deadlines. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. 

We suggest you submit your application as soon as possible to ensure ample time for scheduling required appointments and tests. The family portion of the application must be completed by November 18, 2022, to be considered for admission. School reports and test results for a complete application file are due by January 6, 2023. 

Yes. It is $75.  Application fees are waived for financial aid applicants. Please call our office for a non-entry grade fee waiver code; if we are able to activate the application, the family would then pay the  $75 application fee. 

Annual admission is offered into grades Kindergarten, 5, 6, 7 and 9.  For admission into other grades, please refer to our Entry and Non-Entry Grades Policy located on the right sidebar here.

Yes, your son must be 5 by September 1 of the kindergarten year.

These are not required.

All applying boys participate in the process via required in-person applicant visits. This may include playgroups, team activities, and group discussions. Please visit the division specific checklists for information on expectations for applicants.

Once an application has been submitted, you will be contacted to schedule a required virtual parent interview with a member of the Admissions or Administration teams.

There is no minimum score needed.

$60,400

Yes. Tuition is bundled to be inclusive of all fees, supplies, books, and academic trips.

Yes, Collegiate prioritizes a robust financial aid budget and is strongly committed to socio-economic diversity. We ensure that financial considerations do not prevent a student and his family from joining our community, and support an accessible, immersive education experience for talented students across socio-economic levels. 

Decisions are announced in early, mid, and late February 2023 based on the grade of application. We notify sibling and legacy families of the decision in early December.

Collegiate has a mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for enrolled students, faculty, and staff.  Students, faculty and staff need to be up-to-date on vaccinations, which includes a full vaccination and any available boosters. Masks are optional at Collegiate.

Collegiate School requires that visitors coming to campus for in-person events show proof of vaccination upon arrival to the School. Visitors (adults and children) will need to show proof of vaccination upon entering the building for events and child visits or show proof of a negative Covid test taken within the last 24 hours. We request all visitors to stay home if you are feeling unwell.