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APPLICATION PROCESS

How do I apply to Seton School?

To apply to Seton, please visit https://setonschool.net/admissions/ and complete the short form which will generate your request for an application. The Admissions Staff will send you the link to the online Adobe application.  You may also directly email the Admissions Director or Admissions Associate to request an application: setonadmissions@setonschool.net or admissionsassociate@setonschool.net.

 Is there an application fee?

Yes, there is a non-refundable $150 per student application fee. You may pay online at FactsGiving (https://setonschool.factsmgtadmin.com/form/AYAzAp84e), send in a check made payable to Seton School, or tender the fee in cash at the main office.

When can I apply to Seton?

Applications will be accepted between Wednesday, September 3, 2025, and Monday, January 5, 2026. A detailed timeline appears on the Admissions page and will be emailed to all applicant families.

Do I need to submit grades?

Yes! Applicants for Grades 7-9 must submit a copy of their grades from the past two years as well as their first semester or most recent report card on or before February 2, 2026.

Applicants for Grades 10-12 must supply a complete high school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable) on or before February 2, 2026.  Final acceptance is contingent upon receipt of your child’s official transcripts from schools previously attended, including formal and informal homeschooling programs, no later than June 19, 2026. All applicants are expected to attain “C’s” or better for final grades in all subjects. Records can be submitted to the main office or emailed to: records@setonschool.net.

Are letters of recommendation required?

No, they are not; however, you are welcome to submit recommendations in support of your student’s application.

Do you have to be Catholic to attend Seton School?

Seton is an accredited, private, and co-educational Catholic Junior-Senior High School. Non-Catholic students are welcome to apply; however, when applicants outnumber spaces available, preference is given to students with a strong Catholic identity.

Is it true that Seton School has a strong Catholic identity and is Newman Guide recommended?

Absolutely yes! Provision of a Catholic education and the formation of students consistent with Catholic teachings are integral to Seton’s mission. Parents seeking admission for their children should acknowledge and actively support the fact that Seton’s operations, teachings, policies, and code of conduct are in complete harmony with the Magisterium of the Holy Roman Catholic Church. Seton School is honored to be recognized by the Cardinal Newman Society in 2025 as an exemplar of faithful Catholic education.

My student has a learning disability. Can Seton accommodate his/her needs?

Seton lacks the resources, personnel, facilities, and authorization to work effectively with children who have emotional disorders, behavioral issues, or learning disabilities. Given these limitations, parents must make an educated decision about whether to pursue applying to Seton. Parents of students with a professional psycho-educational evaluation or an IEP, ISP, or who have been previously enrolled in a special education program must supply those records when applying to Seton School.

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DECISION NOTIFICATION

When will I learn whether my student has been accepted at Seton School?

Letters of acceptance and non-acceptance for high school applicants will be sent on Friday, February 13, 2026, and junior high school applicants will receive notification by March 1, 2026.

How do I accept the admission offer?

On or before February 27, 2026, high school applicants must remit a non-refundable $300 registration fee, signed enrollment confirmation, and registration contract to secure enrollment. The enrollment deadline for junior high applicants is March 13, 2026, and includes the same requirements as mentioned above to secure enrollment. The registration fee is not refundable should you later decide to decline admission. If the deposit is not received by the relevant deadline, the child/ren’s name/s will be removed from the acceptance list and a waitlisted student will be offered admission.

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FINANCIAL AID

Does Seton offer financial aid and how do we apply?

For Financial Aid consideration, families of accepted students must complete a financial aid application in the spring and provide requested financial documentation to FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment. FACTS, an independent third party, assesses a family’s financial situation and recommends to Seton School the level of aid a family requires. The Seton administration exclusively makes final determination of all awarded aid. Seton’s financial assistance comes through a work program. Families receiving reduced tuition must work in various capacities to contribute to the betterment of Seton School. If the assigned work is not completed, then tuition will be assessed. For additional information about FACTS, please refer to: https://factsmgt.com/parent-faqs/.

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THE DIRECTOR INTERVIEW

Do all families need to meet with the Director, Mr. Robert Pennefather?

Only new families are required to meet with the Director for an interview. This will take place the morning or afternoon of your student’s test date. You may sign up for a time via the SignUpGenius link that will be provided when you register your student for his/her testing date.

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TUITION 2025-26

# of Children	Annual Tuition*	Monthly Tuition
1	$9,700	$970
2	$14,700	$1470
3	$16,400	$1640
4+	$17,950	$1795

 

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ADMISSIONS TESTING

Seton tests all applicants; however, does my high school applicant need to test even if he or she has taken the High School Placement Test (HSPT)?

 Yes, all applicants must test at either the September, October, or January test date. Ninth grade applicants who have taken the Diocesan HSPT are welcome to submit their scores; however, they also need to undergo the Seton testing.

What does testing cover?

1. 40 minute general knowledge test to assess a student’s aptitude. There is no way to prepare for this test other than catching a good night’s sleep and consuming a good breakfast!

2. 10 minute math assessment. Topics may include any or all of the following: rounding, simple multiplication and division, adding decimals, order of operations, dividing and multiplying fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, writing decimals and percentages as fractions, writing fractions as a percent, ordering decimals from least to greatest, finding the GCF of 2 numbers, and solving a word problem involving subtraction. Older students who have successfully completed Algebra 1 take a short assessment covering basic algebra concepts.

3. 15 minute grammar assessment. This includes identifying all parts of speech as well as subjects in sentences.

4. Essay 

5. Faculty interview

Do you use the results to place my child in grammar or math?

Incoming 7th and 8th grade students who perform extremely well on the grammar assessment will be invited to take Latin 1 in lieu of grammar 7 or 8. Otherwise, all incoming 7th-9th grade students enroll in a grammar course at Seton. In the spring, all admitted students will take a math inventory test for math class placement.

What should my student wear to the testing and does he/she need to bring anything?

 Modest and interview appropriate attire is required for students taking the entrance exam. Jeans, shorts, leggings, sweat pants, athleisure, and hoodies are prohibited. Students should bring pencils with erasers, a water bottle, a snack (if needed), and a book to read.

How long does the test last?

Students should expect to be at Seton for 2 ½ to 3 hours the day of the admissions test.

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ANNUAL NOVEMBER OPEN HOUSE – Sunday, November 2, 2025 * 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Families interested in Seton are strongly encouraged to attend our Open House.   The Open House provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the philosophy and academic standards of Seton School.  Following the formal presentation, visitors will meet our faculty, tour the school, mingle with families of current students, and attend “mini-classes” in several subject areas. Formal presentations begin at 2:00 p.m. in the gymnasium located in the main building. Mini classes, school tours, and a reception will follow from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in the Corpus Christi building across the street.

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TOURS AND SHADOW POLICY

Families may contact the main office (703.368.3220) or admissions staff to set up a school tour. Prospective students may shadow a current student only after they have applied to Seton and paid the application fee.

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