Upper School Application Process
The Upper School follows a rich, liberal arts curriculum as it solidly prepares our students for the academic rigors of college. By emphasizing highly developed critical-thinking and writing skills in all disciplines, Laurel teaches students to value their knowledge and to apply their problem-solving abilities to diverse situations.
In addition to Laurel’s outstanding academic curriculum, a wide range of co-curricular opportunities, including those in the performing arts, athletics and student government, enrich students’ experiences and encourage personal as well as intellectual growth. The Upper School ranges from Grades 9-12.
Upper School Admission Process
Call the Admission Office at 216-464-0946 to request an admission packet or apply online now.
Students wishing to apply to the Upper School should complete the Admission Application and return it to the Admission Office with the non-refundable $25 application fee.
Included in the Admission Packet are the following materials:
- Parent Questionnaire to be completed by the applicant's parents/guardian and returned to Laurel's Admission Office.
- Candidate Information Form which the candidate completes and returns directly to Laurel's Admission Office.
- Request for Records for your daughter's current school releasing her grades, her transcripts and all standardized testing results.
- Teacher Recommendation Forms for completion by your daughter's current math and English teachers.
- Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) Online Guide. Use the link provided to register online.
A visit to Laurel, including an interview, is part of the application process. Please call the Admission Office to arrange the visit and interview.
Timeline
Check Key Admission Dates and Events for all decision, deadline and notification dates.
| October 22, 2011 | Saturday | ISEE at Laurel |
| November 12, 2011 | Saturday | ISEE at Laurel |
| January 13, 2012 | Friday | Notification of Admission mailed to families |
| January 13, 2012 | Friday | Notification of Financial Assistance and Merit Scholarships for those who apply and whose files are complete |
| January 27, 2012 | Friday | Responses from families due to Laurel |
| February 11, 2012 | Saturday | ISEE at Laurel |
| April 14, 2012 | Saturday | ISEE at Laurel |
After January 27, 2012 Admission decisions will be made on a rolling basis.
