Applying to High School
We’re excited that you are interested in Sequoyah's high school!
We look forward to getting to know you and your family.
Upcoming High School Admissions Events
Events: September-January for Fall 2026 entry
We look forward to introducing you to Sequoyah School through our information sessions, tours, and online panels and discussions! Register for one of our upcoming events today; for a complete listing of all high school events, visit the calendar below.
The Application Process
Sequoyah’s application process is holistic; we ask for multiple records and data points so we can get a full picture of each applicant.
It is strongly recommended that student applicants and their parents/guardians attend an information session as part of the application process and in advance of the student interview.
Step One: Interest Form
Complete an online Interest Form to receive invitations to events and reminders about the process. Our Family Portal will generate an email to set up a log-in so you can manage your visits and application.
Step Two: Apply Online
Begin the application using the log-in information provided after submitting the online Interest Form. Follow your assigned application checklist steps when applying to ensure you are submitting all required materials.
The application is to be filled out by a parent/guardian, with a section for high school applicants to complete.
Step Three: Transcripts
Applicants should provide at least three (3) years of official transcripts to Sequoyah School. Transcripts may be emailed by your school’s registrar through the online checklist. If needed, submit the transcript release form to the student’s current school to give permission for that school to send your transcripts to us.
Step Four: Recommendation Forms
From this step in the application checklist, submit a request to the applicant’s teachers to complete Sequoyah’s recommendation form.
- All applicants will request two recommendation forms—one from a math teacher and one from an English or history teacher.
- Applicants seeking to transfer in grades 10-12 will also submit an administrator recommendation in addition to math and English/history teacher recommendations.
Step Five: Applicant Interviews
Applicants will be contacted to set up an interview after the application has been received.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, or family structure in the administration of our educational, personnel or admissions policies, financial aid programs, or other school-administered programs.
Indexed Tuition
Sequoyah’s Indexed Tuition program allows families to pay a tuition level based on financial means. We dedicate a significant portion of operating revenue to support the tuition index, with 30 to 40 percent of our families paying less than the maximum tuition level.
Applicants planning to apply for Indexed Tuition should do so at the same time they apply for admission.
Important Dates
December 12:
Early application deadline
Applicants who submit by this deadline are guaranteed an interview.
January 20:
Final application deadline and Clarity form due if applying for Indexed Tuition
February 6:
Supplemental application materials due
Letters of recommendation, transcripts, and other supplemental materials.
March 13:
Admission Notification
March 20:
Decisions due with contracts
A Note on Tests and Assessments
Sequoyah School does not require standardized test results as part of the admissions process. If the applicant has a previous ISEE or SSAT score that is more representative of academic ability than their grades, they may include it as part of the application.
Standard Application Online
Sequoyah School has partnered with the Standard Application Online (SAO), the most efficient way to apply to more than 400 private schools!
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Students reflect on how their individualized approaches to learning empower them to pursue their passions, explore deeply, and grow with confidence. From the arts to academics, Sequoyah students are challenged and supported to become fearless learners.