Admission FAQs

What qualities are you looking for in a prospective student?

Oakcrest is an independent school that seeks to educate the whole person. We have a college preparatory curriculum. The work here is challenging, so we look at all of the pieces of the application; from transcripts, to SSAT scores, to school recommendations in order to determine a good academic fit. We are also looking for students who are willing to learn and eager to grow in virtue. Young women who want to challenge themselves to reach their full intellectual potential while growing in character, faith and leadership make for great “Oakies.” Parent partnership begins during the Admission process; it is an integral part of the Oakcrest Mission.

When should I start the application process for my daughter?

We encourage applicants to start the application process early in the fall prior to the year of desired entry. There are a number of steps and it is best to submit recommendation and transcript release forms to her current school in plenty of time to meet the Application Deadline, which is February 1.

How will I know when my application is complete?

The Admission Office will let you know the progress of your application. When the application is complete, it will be forwarded to the Admission Committee for review. At this time, you will be notified that your application is complete and is being reviewed. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call or email the Admission Office.

Who reviews the application?

The Admission Committee (which is composed of the Director of Admission, teachers, and administrators), reads and provides input on all admission applications.

When should I apply for Tuition Assistance?

We recommend that all applicants who wish to be considered for Tuition Assistance apply for it at the same time that they submit their Admission Application. Please see the Tuition Assistance tab on the webpage for more information about Tuition Assistance.

Is the SSAT required of all students applying to Oakcrest?

All students applying to grades 6 to 12 take the SSAT, with the following exceptions: (1) if a student is applying to grade 9, we will accept the HSPT; and (2) if a student is applying to grades 10-12, we will accept the PSAT or SAT results in lieu of the SSAT.

If my daughter doesn't do well on the SSAT, what should I do?

If your daughter does not do well on the SSAT, please let the Admission office know of your concern and you can discuss whether or not it is advisable for her to retake the SSAT.

How long will it take for Oakcrest to get the SSAT results?

During the fall, winter and early spring seasons, SSAT test results usually are available to Oakcrest within two weeks. During the late spring and summer months, test results are usually available to Oakcrest within one week.

Do you accept the HSPT test results?

Oakcrest accepts the HSPT test results for all students applying to grade 9. Please have your student designate Oakcrest School to receive the test scores at the time of testing.

Do I have to wait until all of my forms are complete and send them in all together, or can they be submitted as I complete them?

The on-line application will not be submitted to Oakcrest until all of the information is complete. If you are unable to complete the application in one sitting, you can begin an application on-line and save it until you can return to it another time to complete the data. When submitting a hard copy, the Family Application, Parent Statement, and Candidate Statement should all be submitted together. You will print out the recommendation forms, give them to your daughter’s school and the completed forms will be sent to Oakcrest directly by the applicant’s current school. Testing results come to Oakcrest directly from the testing agent.

When will my daughter receive her student interview?

All applicants to 7th-12th grades are interviewed by the Director of Admission during their shadow visit. It consists of a short walk in the building. There is no formal interview for applicants to 6th grade. Rather, we get to see the applicants interact with our Oakcrest Ambassadors in an informal, friendly atmosphere over pizza and fruit!

How long the parent interview take and when should I schedule it?

The parent interview usually lasts no more than 45 minutes. The Admission Director will contact parents for an interview after the Family Application, Parent Statement and Candidate Application are received at Oakcrest.

Is it okay if only one parent comes to the parent interview?

Ideally, both parents come to a parent interview. We understand that it is very difficult to arrange for such a meeting to take place, so it is acceptable for only one parent to come to the parent interview.

Is the shadow visit part of the application process?

The shadow visit is an important part of the application process. It allows us to get to know each applicant and also allows each applicant to experience a typical day at Oakcrest, meet our caring teachers and be welcomed by our enthusiastic students.

Does my daughter need to wear a uniform when she comes to shadow or during a Taste of Oakcrest visit?

Applicants who wear uniforms at their school are asked to wear them when they come to Oakcrest. Otherwise, we ask applicants to dress neatly and wear a skirt or nice pants.

Does my daughter need to bring a lunch when she comes to shadow?

We offer pizza on Wednesdays. All of the other days of the week, we ask applicants to bring a bag lunch.

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