Admissions Process
Admissions Timeline
The application portal for the 2024-25 academic year is now open. Families interested in applying for 2024-25 are encouraged to attend one of our upcoming events.
Admissions Application Process for the
2024-25 Academic School Year
- Step 1: Complete the New Student Application by December 15
- Step 2: Complete the Financial Aid Application by December 15 (Optional)
- Step 3: Tour & Interview by January 10
- Step 4: Submit Parent/Guardian Questionnaire (All Grades) and Student Questionnaire (Grades 5-12) by January 10
- Step 5: Admissions Testing & Screening by January 10
- Step 6: Request Transcripts and Recommendations by January 10
- Step 7: Receive a Decision from RCDS on February 2
Step 1: Complete the New Student Application by December 15
Step 2: Complete the Financial Aid Application by December 15 (Optional)
Step 3: Tour & Interview by January 10
Step 4: Submit Parent/Guardian Questionnaire (All Grades) and Student Questionnaire (Grades 5-12) by January 10
Step 5: Admissions Testing & Screening by January 10
Step 6: Request Transcripts and Recommendations by January 10
Step 7: Receive a Decision from RCDS on February 2
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY: Rye Country Day School seeks diversity in all aspects of school life. The School admits students of any race, color, religion, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
If the school prefers to submit via mail, fax, or e-mail - All application components may be downloaded here.
Important Dates for 2024-25 Application
Open House
October 29, 2023
Interviews and Tours
In-person interviews and tours are scheduled between September and January.
Application Deadline
December 15, 2023
Application for Financial Aid (if applicable)
December 15, 2023
Admissions Testing - Grades 5-12
Take the ISEE or SSAT by January 10, 2024
All Application Components Due
Student and Parent/Guardian Questionnaires, Transcripts, Recommendations, etc. due by January 10, 2024
Admission Decision Notification
February 2, 2024
Enrollment Deadline for Newly Accepted Students
March 8, 2024