We use Ravenna as our online application portal, which allows families to track their progress from inquiry to completion. Parents may open an account and start an application at Ravenna or may click the gold APPLY button on this screen. There is a $35 application fee, which is also collected online.

All applications are due by January 15, 2025.  Any applications submitted after January 15th will be accepted on a rolling basis as space allows. 

Take an Entrance Exam

All students applying for the 7th grade are required to take an entrance exam. Current 6th grade students may take any ONE of the two tests below. There is no preference given to any one exam type. Families should choose the exam that best suits their students' needs. Each exam has its own options for both in-person and remote testing. You are welcome to contact our admissions team if you have questions about these options.

1. Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT): This test is offered through the Enrollment Management Association. Students should take the MIDDLE Level exam. You may register for the exam here. 
2. Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE): This test is offered through the Educational Records Bureau (ERB). Students should take the MIDDLE Level exam. You may register for the exam here. 

Supply Current School Records

• We will need two teacher recommendations (one Math and one English) and your official school transcript to complete your application.
• Please utilize the Teacher Recommendation Request and the Transcript Release form that is provided in the Ravenna application portal.
• Your school will send these documents directly to Fontbonne. Once we have received and processed each item we will mark it complete in the portal. Please note, it is normal for schools to mail or deliver transcripts and recommendations after the deadline. 

Apply for Financial Aid (Optional)

New students seeking enrollment in the 2024-2025 academic year who wish to apply for need-based financial aid should submit their applications, including their 2023 tax returns, to FACTS.

The financial aid application deadline for new families is January 15, 2025.

Visit the Financial Aid section of our website to learn more about financial options at Fontbonne and to submit a financial aid application.

We use Ravenna as our online application portal, which allows families to track their progress from inquiry to completion. Parents may open an account and start an application at Ravenna or may click the gold APPLY button on this screen. There is a $35 application fee, which is also collected online.

All applications are due by January 15, 2025.  Any applications submitted after January 15th will be accepted on a rolling basis as space allows. 

Take an Entrance Exam

All students applying for the 9th grade are required to take an entrance exam. Current 8th grade students may take any ONE of the three tests below. There is no preference given to any one exam type. Families should choose the exam that best suits their students' needs. Each exam has its own options for both in-person and remote testing. You are welcome to contact our admissions team if you have questions about these options.

1. High School Placement Test (HSPT): This test is offered by the Archdiocese of Boston. Fontbonne hosts two test dates for this exam, in November and December. You may register for this exam here. 
2. Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT): This test is offered through the Enrollment Management Association. Students should take the UPPER Level exam. You may register for the exam here. 
3. Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE): This test is offered through the Educational Records Bureau (ERB). Students should take the UPPER Level exam. You may register for the exam here. 

Supply Current School Records

• We will need two teacher recommendations (one Math and one English) and your official school transcript to complete your application.
• Please utilize the Teacher Recommendation Request and the Transcript Release form that is provided in the Ravenna application portal.
• Your school will send these documents directly to Fontbonne. Once we have received and processed each item we will mark it complete in the portal. Please note, it is normal for schools to mail or deliver transcripts and recommendations after the deadline. 

Apply for Financial Aid (Optional)

New students seeking enrollment in the 2024-2025 academic year who wish to apply for need-based financial aid should submit their applications, including their 2023 tax returns, to FACTS.

The financial aid application deadline for new families is January 15, 2025.

Visit the Financial Aid section of our website to learn more about financial options at Fontbonne and to submit a financial aid application.

We warmly welcome families seeking a new high school experience for their 8th, 10th, and 11th Grade daughters. As a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph, essential to our school’s mission is the Dear Neighbor, and our accepting culture is ideal for families new to the area or simply looking for a new environment for their student.

We review transfer students on a rolling basis, and there are no specific application deadlines.

Application Requirements

The application process for Transfer Students to Fontbonne has three major steps:

1. Application: Our application is an online application using the Ravenna application portal. To set up your account and begin the application, please click on the gold APPLY button on the right of the screen. 
2. Teacher Recommendation & Transcript Release: All candidates must submit two teacher recommendations and an official transcript. Please use the Teacher Recommendation request and the Transcript Release form provided in the Ravenna application portal. 
3. Student Interview: All transfer applicants will meet individually with a member of our admissions team.  

As always, please contact our Admissions Team at any time with any questions.

Bienvenue, ahlan wa sahlan, Wylcome.

We warmly welcome international families and their daughters. Essential to our school’s mission is the Dear Neighbor, and our accepting culture is ideal for students visiting the United States from overseas. 

If you are not with a sponsored agency, you will need to complete this application form. You will also be required to pay a $50 application fee, which can be paid by clicking the button to the right. Please note, we are a day school only, there is no boarding option.

To begin a conversation about our international program, please contact Kathryn Meschino, our Admissions Director.