Application Process

We can't wait to get to know you!

The application process typically begins in the fall prior to the year you are interested in admittance for your child. Listed below are necessary steps in order to begin the process.

2025-2026 Admissions: Important Dates

Friday, January 31, 2025: Admissions Applications and Variable Tuition Applications Due
Friday, March 14, 2025: Admissions Decisions Shared
Friday, April 4, 2025: Enrollment Contracts Due

Applications submitted after January 31, 2025, are reviewed on a rolling basis, space permitting.

Step 1: Submit an Inquiry

Step 2: Get to know New City School

Step 3: Submit your application

Applications for New City School are available in our admissions portal (submit an inquiry to get started). There is a $100 non-refundable application fee for new applicants.

The application for the 2025-2026 school year will be available in mid-September 2024. The deadline to submit an application for the 2025-2026 school year is January 31, 2025.

Early notification admission is only available for Early Childhood applicants (3s, 3/4s, and 4/5s) who are the siblings of currently-enrolled New City students or the child(ren) of a full-time New City employee.

Interested in our Variable Tuition program?

Families can apply for need-based Variable Tuition after submitting their admissions application. Learn more about our Variable Tuition program.

To get started with your Variable Tuition application, please visit the Clarity website and create an account. Variable Tuition eligibility and award amounts are shared at the same time as admissions decisions. The application for Variable Tuition through Clarity will be available after November 1st of each year.

Step 4: Schedule your child's assessment visit

New City School Application Form

The New City School Application Form will be available in mid-September 2024. There is a $100 non-refundable fee in order to process your application.

To get started with the application process, please submit an Inquiry. Someone from our admissions team will be in touch with you for next steps.

If you have any further questions, please send an email to Abby Hillman, Director of Admission and Enrollment Management, or call our main office at (314) 361-6411.

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