Admissions

High School

Class of 2029 Admissions Process

Applying to a new school can be overwhelming. The admissions team at Nardin is here to help make the application process as easy as possible. Please use the following timeline to help guide you.

Class of 2029 Admissions Process

We are excited you are considering joining the Class of 2029 at Nardin Academy! Please use the following information to help guide you through the admissions process.

Application

Online Applications for the CLASS of 2029: As a part of the WNY Catholic Schools consortium, all incoming 9th grade applicants must complete two applications for Admission.  FIRST, complete the Catholic High Schools of WNY application here: WNY CATHOLIC APP and indicate NARDIN ACADEMY AS FIRST CHOICE.  Next,  create an account in the Nardin Academy Admissions Portal NARDIN ADMISSIONS PORTAL. This will invite you to create a Blackbaud Account.  

Transcripts and Letter of Recommendation

Nardin requires one letter of recommendation, either academic or from a non-academic person in your life such as a coach, dance teacher, music instructor, troop leader, or from community leaders where you perform service. We look forward to learning about your character, sportsmanship, leadership, work ethic, compassion, and any other traits that help us learn more about who you are. A transcript release form must also be sent to your child’s current school. The recommendations and the transcript release forms can be found in your child’s checklist once you’ve created an online account.

 Be Our Gator Guest
 
The shadow experience, led by our 10th grade students, offers a unique look into both academic and community life and the friendships forged at Nardin. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend the morning observing classes and connecting with current students. Shadow days are available to girls in the fall of their 8th grade year. You can sign up for a shadow day via your Blackbaud admissions checklist.

Tuition Assistance

If you believe Nardin Academy is the right fit for your child, we can help you make this opportunity a reality and a financial possibility for your family. For more information about our Tuition Assistance program and how to apply, click the link below.

Did You Know?

  • Nardin girls travel to school from 27 different districts all across Western New York and Southern Ontario.
  • Nardin graduates earn an average of $25 million in scholarships and grants to top colleges across the country.

Decision Letters

Decision letters containing notification of acceptance, scholarship, Variable Tuition, and placement in Honors courses will be mailed to all applicants on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

Tuition Deposit & Enrollment Contacts

A tuition deposit of $500 will be due Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
 

Freshman Welcome

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
 

Freshman Registration

Spring 2025

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Admissions office at 716-881-6262 x1380 or admissions@nardin.org.

Admissions Events

Open House
Sunday, October 6, 2024
9 a.m. - 12 noon
 
Monday, October 7, 2024
5 - 7 p.m.

We invite 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls to come tour our campus, meet current students and our exceptional faculty, and see our world class facilities. Experience Nardin's commitment to excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, and service. 

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ENTRANCE EXAM REVIEW COURSE
In preparation for the HSPT examination, a review course will be offered on three consecutive Saturdays: November 2nd, November 9th, and November 16th, from 9am until 12pm.  Course fee is $100 (includes the review book). 

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High School Entrance Exam 
November 23, 2024 

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Welcome Wednesdays 

Missed our open house? Join us for "Nardin Welcomes You Wednesday" and learn about all that Nardin Academy has to offer!

This is a great opportunity for prospective families to experience the Nardin community in action and see our world class facilities, during a regular school day in a small group setting.

Welcome Wednesdays are offered on select Wednesdays from 7:45 - 9:30 a.m.  Each Welcome Wednesday includes remarks from our High School Principal, a Q&A session for families, a tour of our beautiful campus, and the opportunity to meet our welcoming students and faculty. Light refreshments will be served.

please email admissions@nardin.org for more information.

High School Shadow Days

The shadow experience, led by our 10th grade students, offers a unique look into both academic and community life and the friendships forged at Nardin. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend the morning observing classes and connecting with current students. Shadow days are available to girls in the fall of their 8th grade year.

In order to select a shadow day, you must have an inquiry form on file. You can fill out an inquiry form by clicking here. Once your inquiry has been processed, or if you have already submitted an inquiry form, you can sign up for a shadow day via your admissions checklist.

For students interested in athletics, theater or dance, we have shadow days with specific programming in place to learn more about these opportunities at Nardin, and to connect with the departments.

If you are a current student athlete and are interested in continuing participation in upper school, please schedule a Tuesday or Thursday shadow visit if possible.

If you are interested in participating in theater or dance in upper school, please email admissions@nardin.org for more information.

Inspired to Grow. Equipped to Lead. Prepared to Succeed.

Explore how your daughter can flourish at Nardin.
A private, independent, Catholic school in Buffalo, NY, with coed Montessori, Lower and Middle Schools and a college preparatory High School for young women.

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