Entrance/Scholarship Exam Registration

Due to the large amount of requests for testing we have added a third testing date.

Saturday, December 3, 2011

To register for the December 3, 2011 testing date. Download the 2011-2012 Hallahan Application for Admissions (Includes Entrance/Scholarship Exam) and write in the December 3rd date on the top of the form.

What is the timeline for the Admissions Process at John W. Hallahan High School?

Fall 2011: Register for the High School Entrance Test (One of two offered)
Registration confirmed by mail
Sunday, October 23, 2011: Hallahan’s Open House
Saturday, October 29, 2011: 1st Entrance/Scholarship Exam
Saturday, November 19, 2011: 2nd Entrance/Scholarship Exam
Saturday, December 3, 2011: 3rd Entrance/Scholarship Exam
Notification of Scholarships will made by early January, 2012
Mid-January, 2012: Submit 7th grade report card, 7th grade standardized test scores, and 8th grade first trimester report card (These are required for the completion of the admissions process)
January through March 2011 – Acceptance letters mailed
Fall 2012: Welcome to Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School
June 2016: Graduation!

The admissions process for students desiring entrance to 9th grade at John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School begins with the High School Placement Test (HSPT).

What scholarships and financial aid are available at John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School?
Academic scholarships for Hallahan are based solely on the scores of the HSPT. Financial Aid and Tuition Assistance can be applied for using the Business Leaders Organized for Catholic Schools (BLOCS) and Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) forms available in late January, 2012 on Hallahan’s website.The application for Hallahan’s internal financial Aid is enclosed. Any family applying for financial aide with Hallahan must also apply for BLOCS and TAP. (Please follow the deadlines on all financial aid documents)

When will I be notified of my acceptance to John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School?
Letters of acceptance are mailed between December and March. Some students may be required to schedule an admissions interview based on the request of a Hallahan administrator.

What should I do after I take the High School Entrance Test?
Visit Hallahan. Aside from Universal Visitation Day and Open House, setting up a ‘Shadow Day’ at Hallahan is one of the best ways to become better acquainted with the Hallahan community.

For assistance with the Admissions Process in regards to the HSPT application, shadow days, or clarification on any issue, please contact Director of Admissions, at admissions@jwhallahan.com or 215.563.8930 ext. 252.