Admissions

Admissions

WELCOME

We are accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year

Dear Future Pallotti Student and Parents,


We are thrilled that you are visiting our website and have begun exploring the possibility of becoming a member of the St. Vincent Pallotti High School family. Each year we seek to enroll a diverse group of talented, highly motivated students who wish to succeed in challenging academic programs, while contributing to the spirit and community of our school.


We'd like to share with you just a few of the many great things Pallotti has to offer:

  • St. Vincent Pallotti High School is a coeducational Catholic high school that provides the best of both worlds. We are large enough to boast a wide-ranging curriculum, cutting edge technology, and a diverse selection of extracurricular activities. We are also small enough that each student is able to be treated as an individual, possessing unique talents and abilities. It is this small size that enables Pallotti to be a special place where students can receive a high quality education in an environment that is attentive to their needs and interests.
  • Our talented faculty are positive role models and mentors to our students and view their work as a ministry rather than merely a job. They are dedicated and committed to the success of each and every student, instilling in them the value of knowledge and the importance of serving God and the world around them.
  • Through extensive programs and course offerings at various levels — College Preparatory, Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), Arts Academy, Accelerated Science at Pallotti (A.S.A.P.), Engineering program, and the Stephen J. Edmonds Learning Center — students are challenged to excel at the highest levels possible. As a result, 96 percent of our graduates pursue higher education.


We are accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Apply today! Explore our website to register your student for a Panther for A Day shadow visit and Fall Open House. 


We are eager to partner with you throughout the entire admissions process. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (301) 725-3228 or admissions@shorinji-kempo.net.


Thank you for your interest in our school and we look forward to meeting you soon!


Stacy Springer

Director of Enrollment Management

Virginia Rinker, Class of 1992

Admissions and Enrollment Manager


Stacy Springer

Director of Enrollment Management

sspringer@shorinji-kempo.net

301-725-3228 ext. 2202

Viriginia Rinker

Admissions and Enrollment Manager

vrinker@shorinji-kempo.net

301-725-3228 ext. 2302

Application Process

APPLY NOW

We encourage prospective Freshmen to apply for admission to St. Vincent Pallotti High School early in the fall of their eighth grade year. Applications received by the deadline will be considered in the first round of decisions.


It is best to apply for financial assistance when you are applying for admission so that you will receive both decisions at the same time. For scholarship consideration, we must have a financial aid application on file for your student.


We recommend that you fulfill all of the requirements to successfully complete the application process . Applications are considered complete and ready for decision when all of the required paperwork has been received. Our Admissions Team is here to help you navigate through the process. Please direct questions to admissions@shorinji-kempo.net or call us at 301-725-3228. Documents should be sent to admissions@shorinji-kempo.net or faxed to 301-725-5381.


Steps to Apply

  • 9th Grade Application Requirements for Students Attending Catholic Schools

    Requirements for 8th grade students currently attending Catholic Schools


    1. Application - Access the online Application for Admission.*

    • Create an account in the application portal.
    • Select Domestic Applicant or if applying for academic accommodations, select Learning Center Applicant.
    • Student must complete the essay within the application.
    • Submit the application and non-refundable $100 application fee by December 13, 2024.
    • If interested in the Arts Academy, also complete the Arts Academy Interest Form.
    • If interested in applying for academic accomodations, complete the Learning Center Interest Form.**

    2. Records - Indicate St. Vincent Pallotti High School on the Archdiocesan Choice Form at your school to initiate the transfer of transcripts and school recommendations. **Catholic Accommodations Plans must be included if applying to the Stephen J. Edmonds Learning Center - View additional required documents.


    3. HSPT - Take the High School Placement Test and select St. Vincent Pallotti High School so that we will receive your test scores.


    4. Financial Assistance - Apply for financial assistance online. To be considered for assistance from both the Archdiocese of Washington and St. Vincent Pallotti High School apply by December 16, 2024 through TADS. If applying for financial assistance from Pallotti only, apply by January 3, 2025 through TADS.


    View Tuition & Financial Aid FAQs for more detailed information.


    5. Interview - Some applicants may be contacted for an interview with the Director of Admissions. Not all applicants will be interviewed.


    Learning Center applications will be reviewed by the Director of the Learning Center for final decision.


    6. Auditions - Auditions are required for Arts Academy and performing arts scholarship applicants. Portfolio review is required for the visual arts field of study.


    When will I receive a decision?


    Admissions decision notifications will be mailed on February 20, 2025. Financial assistance and scholarship decisions will be included in the notification packet if we receive your financial aid application by January 3, 2025.


    *NOTE: We recommend that you use Mozilla Firefox and/or Google Chrome to access the online application for the best user experience. Please do not use Internet Explorer. 

  • 9th Grade Application Requirements for Students Attending Public and Private Schools or Homeschool

    Requirements for 8th grade students currently attending Public and Private Schools or Homeschool

    1. Application - Access the online Application for Admission.*

    • Create an account in the application portal.
    • Select Domestic Applicant or if applying for academic accommodations, select Learning Center Applicant.
    • Student must complete the essay within the application.
    • Submit the application and non-refundable $100 application fee by December 13, 2024.
    • If interested in the Arts Academy, also complete the Arts Academy Interest Form and the scholarship applications.
    • If interested in applying for academic accomodations, also complete the Learning Center Interest Form.**

    2. Records - Download the Teacher Recommendation Form and the Transcript Release Form and submit to your current school.

    • English and Math teacher recommendations are required.
    • Final 7th grade and 1st quarter 8th grade transcripts are required.
    • **Additional documentation (IEP, 504, neuropsychological, psychoeducational and/or Speech and Language report and medical diagnosis) is required if applying to the Stephen J. Edmonds Learning Center.

    3. High School Placement Test (HSPT) - The Archdiocese of Washington High School Placement Test will be held on December 7th and 14th.*

    • Go to www.adw.org to view testing sites and to register to take the HSPT. 
    • Select St. Vincent Pallotti High School as your school choice on the day of the test so that we will receive your test scores. 
    • Note: If you have missed the testing date, you may still apply for admission to Pallotti. 

    4. Financial Assistance - Apply for financial assistance online through TADS. 

    • To be considered for assistance from both the Archdiocese of Washington and St. Vincent Pallotti High School apply by December 16, 2024.
    • If applying for financial assistance from Pallotti only, submit the application and all supporting documentation by January 3, 2025.
    • View the Tuition & Financial Aid FAQs for more detailed information.

    5. Interview - Some applicants may be contacted for an interview with the Director of Admissions. Not all applicants will be interviewed.


    Learning Center applications will be reviewed by the Director of the Learning Center for final decision.


    6. Auditions - Auditions are required for Arts Academy and performing arts scholarship applicants. Portfolio review is required for the visual arts field of study.


    When will I receive a decision?


    Admissions decision notifications will be mailed on February 20, 2025. Financial assistance and scholarship decisions will be included in the notification packet if we receive your financial aid application by January 3, 2025.


    *NOTE: We recommend that you use Mozilla Firefox and/or Google Chrome to access the online application for the best user experience. Please do not use Internet Explorer. 

  • 10th - 12th Grade Transfer Student Application Requirements

    Students who would like to transfer into grades 10 -12 must fulfill all application requirements. Decisions regarding the acceptance of senior transfers will be made based on each individual's situation.


    We are currently accepting transfer applications for the 2025 - 2026 school year. 


    • All applicants must complete and submit the online application, essay and $100 non-refundable application fee. Note: If applying for academic accommodations, you must select 'Learning Center Applicant' when completing the application.
    • If applying to the Stephen J. Edmonds Learning Center, complete the Learning Center Interest Form and provide the required documentation.
    • If interested in the Arts Academy, complete the Arts Academy Interest Form.
    • Download the Transcript Release Form and the Teacher Recommendation Form. (Listed under Application Documents) Take these forms to your current school for completion. Official high school transcripts for all grades attended along with Math and English teacher recommendations are required.
    • Transfer students do not need to submit High School Placement Test (HSPT) scores.
    • Transfer students must interview with the President/Principal and the Director of Enrollment Management. Learning Center applications will be reviewed by the Learning Center Director for final decision. Arts Academy applicants must audition or provide a portfolio depending upon the field of study.
    • All transferring male student athletes must complete the MIAA Eligibility Verification Form (Listed under 'Application Documents'). The form must be signed by the outgoing school's athletic director. A copy of the student's birth certificate is required along with the eligibility form. 

    Please contact our Athletics Director for more details on eligibility and to discuss your specific situation. 


  • International Students

    Our International Program is designed to facilitate a genuine American immersion experience. International students are placed within a typical American classroom and are expected to speak English while on campus. This program provides opportunities for reciprocated learning on topics of culture and diversity as a way for all students to benefit from a global learning environment. Pallotti hosts roughly 40 international students from from British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, the People's Republic of China, Romania, Sierra Leone, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. 


    2024-25 Tuition for International Students: $24,100


    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

    • A $150 non-refundable application fee is due with the online application.

    • An official transcript (with English translation) that includes records of the previous two academic years, the current year's academic records and the most recent grade report.

    • English teacher and Math teacher recommendation letters. 

    • Proof of English proficiency as demonstrated by the student's performance on a certified test (i.e. TOEFL, IELTS). For example,  a TOEFL score of 16 - 23 for the Reading section, 16 -21 for the Listening section, 16 - 20 for the Speaking section, 16 - 23 for the Writing section.

    • Copy of citizenship and passport is required to complete the application packet.

    Once all documents have been received, international applicants must have a virtual interview with the Principal or the Director of Admissions. All interviews must be scheduled in advance and confirmed by email. 


    A decision notification email will be sent to the international agency or parent/guardian of the student.


    Upon acceptance, a non-refundable deposit of $1750 is due with the signed enrollment contract to secure student's placement. The deposit will be applied toward tuition and fees based on grade. The I-20 will not be issued until both the deposit and enrollment contract are received. The I-20 will be mailed to the student via FedEx. Allow 3 -5 days for mailing depending upon the location.


    Please email documents to admissions@shorinji-kempo.net.

     

Apply Now

Application Documents

Non-Discrimination Policy


St. Vincent Pallotti High School encourages and welcomes applications without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin, and does not discriminate in its education policies, Financial aid program, or other school-administered extracurricular activities.

Important Dates

Please mark your calendar with these important admissions dates and deadlines:

SEPTEMBER

Shadow Visits Begin

Monday, September 25, 2024 Register Here!


OCTOBER

ADW Tuition Assistance Program Application Open

Monday, October 7, 2024


Pallotti Financial Aid Application Open

Tuesday, October 1, 2024


Registration for the ADW High School Placement Test Opens - www.adw.org

Monday, October 7, 2024


NOVEMBER

Fall Open House

Sunday, November 3, 2024 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM


DECEMBER

Arts, Sciences, and Learning Center Night

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM


High School Placement Test Administered to Catholic School Students

Wednesday, December 4, 2024


High School Placement Test Administered to Non-Catholic School Students – must pre-register at www.adw.org

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Saturday, December 14, 2024 - administered at Pallotti


9th Grade Application for Admissions Deadline

Friday, December 13, 2024


Application Deadline for Consideration of Tuition Assistance from both ADW & Pallotti

Monday, December 16, 2024


JANUARY

Application Deadline for Consideration of Tuition Assistance from Pallotti

Friday, January 3, 2025


9th Grade Supporting Paperwork Deadline (Transcripts & Recommendations)

Friday, January 3, 2025


FEBRUARY

Ninth Grade Admission & Financial Aid Notification Mailed

Friday, February 20, 2025


Transfer Student Application Deadline

Friday, February 14, 2025


MARCH

Incoming Freshman Registration

Friday, March 14, 2025


APRIL

Spring Open House

Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tuition

Expenses for the 2024-2025 academic year:

  • In-State Tuition: $20,100 Traditional Variable Rate
  • In-State Tuition: $21,500 Locked In Rate
  • Registration Fee: $250
  • Student Life Activities Fee: $245
  • Technology Fee: $100

NOTE: For the locked-in rate, tuition is guaranteed at this rate for four consecutive years. Fees are subject to change.


Each year in February, the tuition rates are determined by the Board of Directors, and a moderate increase should be expected.


The registration, technology, and student life activities fees are due in the Spring prior to the next school year. Enclosed in the decision notification packets will be the enrollment contract detailing the tuition payment options and additional fees. Please refer to the 2024-25 enrollment checklist below for additional fees and information.


For more detailed information regarding tuition and financial aid, please review the Tuition and Financial Aid FAQs.


Tuition and Financial Aid FAQs

Scholarships

  • Pallotti Scholars and Merit Scholars

    Each year a group of applicants to Pallotti, who are most outstanding in academics and leadership potential, are named Pallotti Scholars or Merit Scholars. The recipients of these scholarships will be chosen by the Admissions Committee and will be notified at the time of acceptance. No additional application is required. All applicants are eligible and are considered based on their HSPT score and review of their full admissions application packet. These scholarships are applied to the student's tuition for four consecutive years as long as the student maintains their GPA and student conduct. 

  • Catholic Traditions Scholarship

    As a Catholic high school, Pallotti supports families who are committed to a Catholic education and further development to preparing students for ethical leadership. Pallotti provided an annual award applied to the student's tuition over four consecutive years. This scholarship is automatically awarded to incoming Freshmen who have completed at least eight years of Catholic primary education including Kindergarten/1st grade through 8th grade. 

  • Instrumental Music Scholarship

    St. Vincent Pallotti High School is excited to offer applicants the opportunity to be awarded instrumental music scholarships for the academic school year. This scholarship will follow the students for the four years they are at Pallotti, provided they meet the eligibility requirements below.


    To apply, please complete the following application and submit to the Department of Admissions, admissions@shorinji-kempo.net, by January 3, 2025. Please note that an audition will be required for final selection. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an audition to be held on January 25, 2025.


    Student Eligibility

    • Students must participate in an instrumental music ensemble for all four years at Pallotti.
    • Students must have a 2.5 or higher GPA at the time of application submission and maintain a 2.5 or higherGPA to remain eligible for the scholarship each year.

    Audition Criteria

    • Major scales from memory up to 3 sharps and 3 flats (C, F, B flat, E flat, G, D, and A for your instrument).
    • Two contrasting pieces of music of your choosing, one of which should be a grade “2” or higher (Pleaseprovide an additional copy of music at the audition).
    • Sight-reading will be required.

    Click HERE to view application

  • Vocal Music Scholarship

    St. Vincent Pallotti High School is very excited to offer applicants the opportunity to be awarded vocal music scholarships for the academic school year. This scholarship will follow the student for the four years they are at Pallotti, provided they meet the eligibility requirements below.


    To apply, please complete the following application and submit to the Office of Admissions, admissions@shorinji-kempo.net, by January 3, 2025. Please note that an audition will be required for final selection. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an audition to be held on January 25, 2025.


    Student Eligibility

    • Students must participate in Chorus for all four years at Pallotti.
    • Students must have a 2.5 or higher GPA at the time of application submission and maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA toremain eligible for the scholarship each year.

    Audition Criteria


    Potential students should be prepared to sing Silent Night. During the audition individuals will be asked to participate in the following:

    • Vocal Exercises to determine range as well as pitch matching ability.
    • Melodic and rhythmic accuracy will be assessed in singing “Silent Night.”
    • Brief instruction in posture and breathing.
    • Interview to include sharing information about performance experience and aspirations for the future as a singer.
    • Optional: Students may prepare another song to sing in addition to Silent Night (please bring music).

    Click HERE to view application

  • Visual Arts Scholarship

    St. Vincent Pallotti High School is very excited to offer applicants to the Arts Academy the opportunity to be awarded visual arts scholarships for the academic school year. This scholarship will follow the students for the four years they are at Pallotti, provided they meet the eligibility requirements below. 


    To apply, please complete the following application and submit to the Office of Admissions, admissions@shorinji-kempo.net, by January 3, 2025. Please note that the portfolio is to be sent to the admissions office by January 3, 2025. It may be emailed through a link or multiple photos. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview to be held on January 25, 2025.


    Student Eligibility

    • Students must be enrolled in the Department of Visual Arts for all four years at Pallotti.
    • Students must maintain a "B" average or higher in all courses within the Department of Visual Arts.
    • Students must have a 2.5 or higher GPA at the time of application submission and maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA to remain eligible for the scholarship each year.
    • Submit the Arts Academy Application on our website.

    Portfolio Criteria

    • Submit at least ten (10) pieces of artwork for review. This could be 2-D (painting, drawing, collage, photography) and/or 3-D works (sculpture, ceramics). After review of their portfolio, we will invite the students for a 15 minute interview.
    • Photocopies of awards received
    • Applicant essay (maximum of 500 words) detailing your appreciation for art, projects you are currently working on and worked on in the past, and what techniques you would like to explore in the future at Pallotti.
    • For interview, please bring your originally submitted portfolio along with sketchbooks and any other artworks (which could include photography). This is highly recommended.

    Click HERE to view application

  • Theatre Arts Scholarship

    St. Vincent Pallotti High School is excited to offer applicants to the Arts Academy the opportunity to be awarded theatre arts scholarships for the academic school year. This scholarship will follow the students for the four years they are at Pallotti, provided they meet the eligibility requirements below.


    To apply, please complete the following application and submit to the Department of Admissions, admissions@shorinji-kempo.net, by January 3, 2025. Please note that an audition will be required for final selection. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an audition to be held on January 25, 2025.


    Click here for Monologue Documents


    Student Eligibility

    • Students must be enrolled in the Department of Theatre Arts all four years at Pallotti.
    • Students must be involved in 2 Pallotti productions per school year.
    • Students must have a 2.5 or higher GPA at the time of application submission and maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA to remain eligible for the scholarship each year.
    • Submit the Arts Academy Application on our website.

    Audition Criteria

    • Please memorize a 30 second to 1 minute monologue. The monologue can be of your choosing but please no monologues from movies. OR, you may click here to choose a provided monologue.
    • Be prepared to have suggestions made to change things and play with the monologue.
    • Please bring a hard copy of your monologue to the audition.

    Click HERE to view application

  • Dance Scholarship

    St. Vincent Pallotti High School is excited to offer applicants to the Arts Academy the opportunity to be awarded dance scholarships for the academic school year. This scholarship will follow the students for the four years they are at Pallotti, provided they meet the eligibility requirements below.


    To apply, please complete the following application and submit to the Department of Admissions, admissions@shorinji-kempo.net, by January 3, 2025. Please note that an audition will be required for final selection. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an audition and auditions will be held on January 25, 2025.


    Student Eligibility

    • Students must have at least 1 year of prior dance experience.
    • Students must be enrolled in the Department of Dance all four years at Pallotti.
    • Students must have a 2.5 or higher GPA at the time of application submission and maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA to remain eligible for the scholarship each year.
    • Submit the Arts Academy Application on our website.

    Audition Criteria

    • Students must audition in the genres of Modern, Jazz, and Contemporary.
    • Please come dressed in a black leotard and flesh tones tights (if you do not own a leotard or tights, blacktank top and black leggings).
    • Please bring either ballet shoes, jazz shoes, or pirouettes, and a pair of sneakers (if you do not own some ofthe shoes listed, that is fine).

    Click HERE to view application

Financial Assistance

Financial aid is available for students in grades 9-12 and is based upon documented need.


There are two financial aid programs available to offset the tuition expense for attending St. Vincent Pallotti High School. The Archdiocese of Washington and Pallotti have partnered with Tuition Aid Data Service (TADS) to process financial aid applications for the upcoming academic year. Complete one application, pay only one fee and have access to both resources.


To apply for need-based assistance from Pallotti, families must first apply to the Archdiocese of Washington. New students' families should complete admissions and financial aid applications concurrently; financial aid will only be awarded to students who have been accepted for admission.


A family's need for financial aid is determined each year based upon the recommendation of TADS. All parties in the household must be listed on the financial aid application including married, blended families, step parents, and/or those living together. The following are taken into consideration: income, assets, number of dependents, number of children enrolled in tuition schools as well as any unusual expenses.


In order to take advantage of this opportunity and apply for both the Archdiocese of Washington and Pallotti, you must submit your application and supporting documents to TADS by December 16, 2024. Receiving aid from either source does not guarantee financial assistance from the other. If you miss the December deadline, you can still apply for financial aid through Pallotti. If applying to Pallotti only, the application and supporting documents must be submitted to TADS by January 3, 2025. This applies to current students, not new applicants.


Families are encouraged to apply for financial aid at the time they submit their admissions application.

Financial Aid Application

TADS School Code: US51175

Visit Our Campus

What does it mean to be a Panther? See for yourself by scheduling a visit or viewing our information online. Through our open houses, Panther For A Day Visits, and campus tours we are excited to show you all that St. Vincent Pallotti High School has to offer. 


For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 301-725-3228 or admissions@shorinji-kempo.net.


  • Panther For a Day (Shadow Program)

    For 8th Grade Students and Transfer Students! 


    Spend the day with us to get to know our campus, students and teachers. Panther For A Day visits are held Monday - Thursday. Sign-up now!

  • Fall Open House

    Sunday, November 3, 2024

    2:00pm - 5:00pm

  • Take a Tour

    All tours must be pre-scheduled. Contact our Admissions Office, admissions@shorinji-kempo.net.  


    You can also check out our video tour to get a virtual feel for our campus environment!

Panther For A Day Visit

Panther for a Day (Shadow Program)

We are excited about meeting your student! We understand that the high school selection process can be a difficult one. An important part of that decision is finding a school where your student feels like they belong. Our Panther for a Day Program is a wonderful way for your child to get a feel for our campus environment and see our school from a student's perspective. 


We begin these visits for 8th grade students on September 23, 2024 and continue until April 2025. Shadow visits run Monday through Thursday. The availability of certain dates changes rapidly, so requesting a date does not guarantee you will be scheduled for that date. You will receive a confirmation email within 72 hours of your submittal to confirm the scheduled date for the student's visit. Should you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Virginia Rinker by email at vrinker@shorinji-kempo.net.


Please view the frequently asked questions and complete your shadow visit request form at least a week prior to the date you are requesting.


PANTHER FOR A DAY REQUEST FORM

  • DOES MY CHILD SHADOW FOR A FULL DAY OR HALF DAY?

    Your child will shadow a modified schedule including academic classes and one lunch period. They should be dropped off at 7:45 AM and picked up at 12:00 PM. 

  • WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR?

    If your child attends a school that has a uniform, it should be worn during their visit to Pallotti. If not in uniform, appropriate clothing is required (comparable to what one would wear to church). No jeans, athletic wear or leggings are permitted. Face masks are required.

  • IS LUNCH PROVIDED?

    Yes! Your child will receive a $5 lunch voucher to be used in our cafeteria. The cafeteria offers a wide variety of items, but we are not a nut free facility. They are welcome to bring their own lunch if they prefer.

  • CAN MY STUDENT REQUEST A HOST?

    Yes, if there is a current student they would like to request as their host, please indicate on the request form under "Other" and we will do our best to accommodate the request. 

  • WHAT IS THE PROCESS WITH INCLEMENT WEATHER?

    Pallotti follows Prince George's County School District for closures, delays, and emergency closings. In the event of a delay, all shadow visits will be cancelled. In the event of a delay and closure, the Department of Admissions will contact you to reschedule.

  • WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I NEED TO CANCEL?

    Please contact the admissions office as soon as possible to reschedule or notify of your cancellation. Please email Virginia Rinker at vrinker@shorinji-kempo.net and/or contact her by telephone at (301) 725-3228 Ext. 2302.

Panther for A Day Request Form

Shadow Visit Request Form

ADMISSIONS VIEWBOOK

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