Application Process
Thank you for your interest in The St. Paul's Schools. Your child's time at St. Paul’s School for Girls will be one of the most meaningful experiences of their life, and this journey begins with the admissions process.
If you are interested in submitting a late application for the 2026–27 academic year, please contact the admissions office at spsgadmissions@stpaulsmd.org or 443-632-1082 before applying, as many grades are now at capacity for the coming year.
*These items on the checklist (with asterisk) are required steps in the admissions process. Only completed admission applications will receive an admissions decision.
SUBMIT INQUIRY FORM
ASAP
Complete the Inquiry Form as soon as possible to receive information from the Admissions Office and to be added to our database for future mailings and admissions process notifications.
SUBMIT APPLICATION*
BY DEC. 15
Ready to apply? Create a parent portal and complete online application. Applications for the 2027–28 school year will be available by mid-August. Application is due prior to scheduling a visit day. $50 application fee is due by Dec. 15. The application fee is waived for all siblings at The St. Paul's Schools and alumni.
Schedule and Attend Student Visit Day*
Once application is submitted
Shadow days give your child the opportunity to experience a “day in the life” of an SPSG student. They will attend classes, join in activities, and be our guest for lunch. If you have submitted your child’s application, you can schedule a shadow day through your parent portal account. You may also contact our office at 410-632-1082 to schedule.
Middle and upper school visit days can be found on our Admissions Events page.
Attend Parent Information Session
Attending an information session is the best way to see first-hand the energy and warmth of the St. Paul’s community. You will hear from faculty and students about their experiences and tour campus with one of our students.
You may register for middle and upper school information sessions on our Admissions Events page.
Parent Interview with Admissions Advisor*
As a school, we value our partnership with parents, which begins during the admissions process. The parent interview is your opportunity to share your thoughts as you consider St. Paul’s. You will be contacted by your admissions advisor after your daughter’s visit day to schedule your interview. You may also contact our office at 443-632-1082 to schedule.
Interviews may be by phone, Zoom, or in person with your admissions advisor.
Student Interview*
This interview will take place on the day of her visit.
SUBMIT TEACHER REFERRAL FORMS*
BY JAN. 15
Submit Common Referral Forms from:
- Current English teacher
- Current math teacher
This form can also be sent to the teachers within the parent portal.
Submit Transcript Request to Current School*
BY JANUARY 15
Complete this form to authorize your school to release your transcripts, report cards, and standardized test results to SPSG.
This form can also be sent within the parent portal.
Testing*
Submit Scores by Jan. 15
- Middle School: Students applying to middle school must take the ISEE test within the last 12 months.
- Upper School: Students applying to upper school must take the ISEE test or submit test results from the HSPT.
To register for the ISEE test, please click here. St. Paul’s School for Girls’ ISEE school code is 210296.
Please note: If submitting a late application, please contact SPSGadmissions@stpaulsmd.org about testing options.
Tuition Assistance
Application due by Dec. 15
Applications for tuition assistance for the 2027–28 school year will be accepted beginning in October and are due by December 15, 2026. Applications should be completed online here.
Search for “The St. Paul’s Schools (MD).” For more information, please contact Kathleen Wenck, director of financial aid and data analyst, at 443-632-1003 or tuitionassistance@stpaulsmd.org.