Welcome to Trinity's Middle and Upper School Admissions Page.
We are delighted by your interest in our school and can't wait to embark on this exciting admissions journey with you and your family. Below, you'll find the key steps of our application process, event registration details, and helpful resources to learn more about our admissions process.
Key Dates to Note for Grade 9:
Application Opens: Tuesday, September 5th
Virtual Open House: Tuesday, October, 3rd @ 6:30 PM
Send Transcripts/Teacher Recommendations to your Current School: Wednesday, November 1st.
Application Closes: Sunday, November 5th
Interviews must be completed by: Thursday, December 21st
Financial Aid Applications Due: Wednesday, January 10th
Supplements (Recommendations, Transcript, Standardized Testing, Essay) Due: Wednesday, January 10th
Decisions Released for Grade 9: Friday, February 23rd
Non-Entry Grade Applications:
Grades 5-8, 10, and 11 represent unique entry points, and available spaces are limited, usually through attrition. However, we encourage you to complete all the steps in your applicant portal, except for the tour and interview. In case openings become available, we will reach out to schedule the tour and interview. Please note that we do not accept applications for Grade 12.
Admissions Process
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Application Process
Step 1: ApplicationThank you for your interest in Trinity’s Middle and Upper School. The application for the 2024-2025 school year is available below. Please read the instructions carefully as they vary for each grade.Click here to create an account in our admissions portal in Finalsite and apply for the 2024-2025 school year. After you have submitted your application, you will receive an email confirming that we have received your application. Important process documents will be available to view in your parent portal in FinalSite.Step 2: On-Campus Tour And Interview (Virtual or In-person)Once you have submitted your application, please register for an on-campus tour with our student ambassadors and an interview with one of our admissions officers. You have the option of either having a virtual or in-person interview, and you will be able to register through the portal for a date and time that is convenient for you and your family. The on-campus tour is optional, but the interview is mandatory.Note: if you are applying for grades 5-8, 10 and 11 our office will reach out to set up an interview and tour only if there is availability due to attrition.Step 3: File CompletionAll application components should be in our hands by January 10, 2024. The “To Do” checklist section of your Finalsite Enrollment account will reveal if any items are missing. Note: Personal letters of recommendation are not required; multiple letters sent in on behalf of a family are discouraged.Grades 9, 10, 11ISAAGNY Math Teacher Recommendation (Available on Portal on Wednesday, Nov. 1st)ISAAGNY English Teacher Recommendation (Available on Portal on Wednesday, Nov. 1st)ISAAGNY Counselor or Principal Recommendation (Available on Portal on Wednesday, Nov. 1st)Fall 2023 GradesSchool Transcript from past 2 yearsStandardized Test Scores (SSAT or ISEE)Student EssayFinancial Aid Application (optional)Grades 5 - 8ISAAGNY Teacher Recommendation Form (Available on Portal on Wednesday, Nov. 1st)Fall 2023 GradesFinal School Transcript for 2021, 2022Standardized Test Scores (SSAT or ISEE)Student EssayFinancial Aid Application (optional)Step 4 Financial Aid (Optional):On October 15, 2023, Clarity (online financial aid application portal) will be accessible to all applicants. Please submit your most recent 1040, other supporting documents and W2 to the portal along with your financial aid application.Step 5: Decisions Released for Grade 9We will be sending decisions on Friday, February 23rd 2024 by 4:00 PM via email. -
Fall Events
This fall we are hosting a few ways to learn more about the Trinity education and community. None of these are required, but if you are interested in hearing our students and faculty converse about their Trinity experience, please click here and register for one or all of our fall events. Please note: you do not have to submit an application to attend these events.Virtual Open House for Grade 9This virtual open house is an excellent opportunity to hear our leadership team, faculty and students speak about the philosophy and process at Trinity School.Conversation with Trinity’s Affinity GroupsThis virtual event will provide information about our diverse community through the lens of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Team, Affinity group leaders, both students and parents.Financial Aid WorkshopsJoin our virtual financial aid workshops to learn about our financial aid policies and process. Our Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid, Edward J. Remache, will guide you through the process, eligibility criteria, and deadlines.
Helpful Resources
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FAQ
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Q: Does Trinity School accept international students?
A: Trinity school does not issue Visas or I-20’s to international students. Trinity may admit an international student who moves here with their parents and intends to complete their education through Grade 12. Trinity is a family-based day school and does not offer boarding arrangements. All students applying to Trinity must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English. -
Q: How do we contact Trinity’s Admissions Office?
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Q: What is FinalSite (formerly SchoolAdmin)?
A: FinalSite is our Admissions Management System. All applications and communication are processed through FinalSite. Families will create a log-in and a password to access the portal. You will often refer to the Profile Page for submitting materials and for receiving information from Admissions. -
Q: What do I do if I get locked out of the FinalSite portal or forgot my password?
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Q: Does Trinity School offer Financial Aid?
A: Yes. Trinity has a robust need-based financial aid budget which is dedicated to supporting our strong commitment to making a Trinity education accessible to all. To apply with Financial Aid, check the Financial Aid box on your initial online application. You can learn more about Trinity’s Financial Aid program by clicking here. Trinity utilizes Clarity for managing all financial aid forms. You can click here to access the portal and begin your financial aid application. -
Q: Does Trinity require all students to be vaccinated for COVID in order to attend the school?
A: Trinity no longer requires students to be vaccinated for the COVID virus. -
Q: Do you have to apply before attending an Open House?
A: You are not required to submit an application prior to attending our Open House. -
Q: Do parents have a tour before submitting an application?
A: No, an application needs to be submitted in order to schedule a tour and an interview. -
Q: Is there an application fee?
A: The application fee, to be submitted with the initial online application is $75. If you are applying for Financial Aid, the application fee is waived. -
Q: Does Trinity require Standardized Testing?
A: Yes, to apply to Trinity, all applicants must take an Admissions Standardized Test. Applicants applying for Grade 9 have the option to take either the ISEE exam or the SSAT exam. Please take the test between August 20 and December 31, 2023, and have the scores sent directly to Trinity School by January 10th, 2024. Testing codes for Trinity: ISEE - 334090 or SSAT – 7769 -
Q: Does Trinity interview every applicant applying to Grade 9?
A: All applicants who submit an application by November 5, 2023 will be guaranteed an interview. -
Q: Who needs to attend the Virtual or the On-Campus Interview?
A: Your child must be present at the Virtual or the On-Campus Interview. We require only one parent/guardian to be present at the Virtual or On-Campus Interview, but welcome both parents/guardians. Interviews last approximately 45 minutes. -
Q: Who needs to attend the On-Campus Tour?
A: Your child must be present for the On-Campus Tour. We require only one parent/guardian to be present at the On-Campus Tour, but welcome both parents/guardians. Tours last approximately 45 minutes. -
Q: Does Trinity admit new students into Grade 8 and Grade 12?
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Q: Can I apply for a Non-Entry Grades (5, 6, 7, 10, 11)?
A: Yes, we welcome applications for our Non-Entry point grades (5, 6, 7, 10, 11). We interview and enroll students for these grades when we have attrition. -
Q: When would we know if Trinity has space in the non-entry point grades?
A: Typically, we do not know whether we have availability in a non-entry point grade until January or February 2024 (or even later in the season). We understand this creates uncertainty for families, but if we learn of spaces becoming available, we will reach out to families to schedule an interview and a tour. -
Q: Should we complete an application if we want to apply for (Grades 5, 6, 7, 10, 11)?
A: Yes. We only consider applicants who fully complete the application process.
Located on the Upper West Side of New York City, Trinity School is a college preparatory, coeducational independent school for grades K-12. Since 1709, Trinity has provided a world-class education to its students with rigorous academics and outstanding programs in athletics, the arts, peer leadership, and global travel.