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 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 admission pages for Kindergarten, grade 9, and non-entry grades, paying close attention to any deadlines. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Not all parent interviews are before tours or vice versa. We have overwhelming interest and a limited number of slots for appointments that applicant parents can self-schedule online. Please feel reassured that there is no linear sequence for this and it really does not matter which comes first. Not only tours, even open houses and other virtual events we offer may come before or after parent interviews.

The family portion of the application for Kindergarten and grade 9 must be completed by November 16, 2026, to be considered for admission.

School reports and test results for a complete application file are due by January 4, 2027.

We strongly encourage you to apply in a timely manner to secure access to virtual and in-person events at Collegiate. We have intentionally designed our process to provide personal touchpoints and deeper insights into all aspects of our school. All admissions events begin in early October and are reserved for applicant families only.

Yes. It is $85.00. Application fees are waived for financial aid applicants and current employees of Collegiate. 

Annual admission is offered into Kindergarten and grade 9. For admission into other grades, please refer to our non-entry grades policy located here.

Yes, your son must be five years old by September 1 of the kindergarten year.

These are not required.

All applying boys participate in the process via required in-person applicant visits and submission of work samples. Please visit the grade specific checklists for information on expectations for applicants.

The work sample should be an image or text document. Please note that we are not able to accept videos; our file formatting will not support any videos. 

The work sample is an authentic piece of work by your child. It can be a self portrait, a poem, a writing sample, or a photograph of your child pursuing his passions and interests. For example, this might include an interest in photography, baking, sports, music, writing, or any other hobby or activity that is meaningful to your child.

Families do not need to submit an application to attend an open house event, but registration is required. These Open House events are for parents/guardians only. Please be mindful that Open House spaces are for families applying for the 2027–2028 school year only.

$72,070

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 we support an accessible, immersive education experience for talented students across socio-economic levels. Please refer to our tuition and financial aid page.

Decisions are announced in early February 2027 for Kindergarten and mid February 2027 for Grade 9 and non-entry grades. We notify sibling and legacy families of the decision in early December.

To provide the best experience for prospective families, school tours are only available during our fall admissions season.