Virtual Open House 2020

We have many interest-based virtual shadow visits, and 8th grade girls can book up to two Virtual Visits in the Admissions Portal. These live Zoom sessions are the perfect way to meet members of the SMA community and connect over shared interests. These sessions run from October through December 2020 and begin at 3:30 PM on a variety of dates.

Schedule your virtual visit in the Admissions Portal.

Everything you need to complete your application is available in your checklist in the Admissions Portal:

• Writing Assessment – December 8 and 16
• Online Application – parent and student questions, $65 application fee, due January 15
• Recommendations - available December 5, due February 2
• Transcripts – available December 5, due February 2
• Family Interview – scheduling options will be available soon (January dates)

Admissions Decisions sent on March 11, 2021.

St. Mary's Academy uses FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment to determine a family's financial need. Families submit an application and supporting documents directly to FACTS. The Financial Aid Application is due January 15.

• Financial aid is offered in the form of a grant and may include funds from an endowed or annual scholarship.
• 42% of SMA students receive Tuition Assistance.
• The average need-based financial aid award is $8,000.

Tuition, Financial Aid, and Scholarship Information

Each year, SMA awards ten students a $2,500 scholarship, which is applied toward freshman year tuition and is non-renewable. These awards are supported by the Virginia Mathews Scholars Program, a fund that was established to support students who show exemplary achievement in the areas of Academic Excellence and Leadership and Service. These scholarship awards are not based on financial need.

• Scholarship Application is due January 25, 2021.
• Application is available in the Admissions Portal.
• An additional recommendation letter is required. Form can be found in the Admissions Portal.