Apply | 9th grade

Explore St. Mary's Academy!

We’re so glad you’re exploring SMA for high school. Creating an admissions account is the best way to get started, it’s your one-stop shop for everything you’ll need. From your personalized checklist, you can learn more about our admissions process, track your progress, and take the next steps toward joining our vibrant community.

Transfer students? Apply now! We operate on a rolling basis with transfer applications. Please contact the admissions office with a copy of your daughter's transcript to get started. Click here for more information.

Apply for 9th grade (Class of 2030)

1. Create an account & schedule a visit!

2. High School Placement Test (HSPT)

3. Submit Application Forms by January 9

4. Submit School/Teacher forms by January 28

(Optional) Financial Aid Application by January 9

Apply for need-based scholarships and financial aid grants by January 10. In addition to a completed admissions application, parents will submit:

FACTS Financial Aid Application
2023 Federal Tax return
2023 W-2's (if applicable)
Letter explaining any special circumstances that may not be covered in the FACTS application, and or more information about why you are requesting assistance.

Applications received after January 10 will be reviewed based upon available funds.

(Optional) Merit-Scholarship Application by January 19

(Optional) Family Meeting

Class of 2030 applicants who meet the priority deadlines above will receive their admission and financial aid/scholarship decisions via email at 5:00 p.m., March 6, 2026.

Relocating to Portland?

The online application makes it easy for families to apply from any location. Please contact the Admissions Office at admissions@smapdx.org to discuss the application timeline, testing and interview options, and how we can support you in your move to Portland.

Common Questions

Do you accept transfer students?
Do you have programs for students with learning differences?

Do you accept transfer students?

Yes! If your daughter is currently in high school, she may apply to transfer to SMA. Applications will be considered on a space-available basis for entry in the fall or at the start of second semester in late January. Transfer students must show a successful completion of appropriate number of credit hours for current status to reach fulfillment of the St. Mary's Academy graduation requirements.

Transfer Student Application Process

Do you have programs for students with learning differences?

We offer a challenging, college-preparatory program aimed at establishing a solid intellectual foundation from which our students can grow and succeed. The school is able to provide reasonable accommodations to students with a wide range of learning differences. We value the parent partnership and request parents disclose learning differences in the admissions application. Understanding a student's learning differences during the application process allows us to provide the best academic support possible. All requested accommodations need to be documented by an outside provider.

Calendar

Jan 9 2026

Application Deadline