Lauralton Hall Offers 7th Graders Early Decision Option for High School

Although Lauralton Hall is rooted in tradition, the high school is at the forefront of educational trends including “early decision.” The all-girls, college-prep school offers students the opportunity to secure early acceptance to 9th grade by taking the entrance exam at the end of 7th grade.

This year, interested 7th graders can take the High School Placement Test by Scholastic Testing Service on Saturday, May 6 at 8:00 a.m.The exam takes place at Lauralton Hall, 200 High Street, Milford. The registration fee is $60. There is no additional fee to take the exam in 8th grade or to apply.

“We started offering the 7th grade exam option several years ago in response to a growing number of families who wanted to make plans early for high school,” said Kathleen Shine, Director of Enrollment Management at Lauralton Hall. “Students receive their scores in June and can decide to apply early to Lauralton or take the exam again in the fall of 8th grade. Based on our experience, there truly is no downside to taking the exam now.”

Lauralton’s mission is to prepare students for success in college while providing a foundation that empowers them to achieve and serve throughout their lives. All of the 108 students who graduated last year were accepted to college, including to some of the most selective colleges and universities in the nation. Click here for the full School Profile.

“Although our curriculum is always focused first and foremost on scholastic achievement, we encourage our graduates to be well-rounded young women by participating in athletics, arts, community service and civic activism,” explained Dr. Toni Iadarola, President and Head of School at Lauralton Hall.

Register for the test within the Online. Application here. Questions about the application process can be directed to admission@lauraltonhall.org or call the admissions office at 203.877.2786, ext. 144.

Founded in 1905 by the Sisters of Mercy, Lauralton Hall is the first independent Catholic college-prep school for young women in Connecticut. More than 460 students from over 40 Connecticut towns attend. Inspired by the Mercy Tradition, their mission is to empower young women to pursue their highest potential through lifelong learning, compassionate service, and responsible leadership in a global society. For more information, visit www.lauraltonhall.org. Lauralton Hall is located at 200 High Street in Milford.