Guiding Every Student from Freshman Year to Future Success.

Admissions Process

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Transfer Students High School Placement Test

Your Journey Starts Here

St. Vincent–St. Mary uses MyIrish to guide families through the admissions process.

Begin by submitting an Inquiry Form. From there, you’ll receive login access to track your student’s personalized checklist, register for events like the High School Placement Test (HSPT) and shadow days, and stay connected with important updates from our Admissions team. We welcome students from all educational backgrounds who are ready to be challenged and grow in a faith-filled, college-preparatory environment. Admission decisions are based on a review of academic records, recommendations, and test scores. Students interested in transferring should visit our Transfer Students page for more information.

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Step 1: Create your MyIrish Account

Parents should complete the Inquiry Form. After submitting an Inquiry Form, you will receive an email with login instructions. Log in using the steps provided.

NOTE: If you already have (or had) a student at STVM who utilizes MyIrish, you will not receive a new username. You will log in as you would for the older student, and then in the top left corner of the page you will be able to choose which student profile you are viewing.

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Step 2: Visit STVM

VISIT

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Step 3: Take the High School Placement Test (HSPT)

All incoming freshmen are required to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT)
Both HSPT or Pre-HSPT scores are accepted.
Students who score in the top percentiles will be awarded an Irish Academic Scholarship.
STVM offers HSPT prep camps and classes.

HSPT

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Step 4: Complete FACTS & Scholarship Applications

To be considered for a scholarship and/or financial assistance, you must complete both FACTS and the Family & Memorial Scholarship Applications by November 16th.

You will be notified of your scholarship and/or financial award amounts in mid December.

TUITION, SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID

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Step 5: Apply to STVM by January 11, 2027

Catholic Grade School 8th Graders:

The process for completing the Cleveland Diocese High School Application will be managed by your Catholic grade school. Your application will be received by STVM from your Catholic grade school through Digital Academy.

Non-Catholic Grade School 8th Graders:

Complete the application through your MyIrish account. Applications open November 1st and are due May 15th. We strongly recommend completing your application by January 11th.

Be prepared to upload the following:

Most recent report card, with attendance and tardies listed
Last year’s final report card, with attendance and tardies listed
Birth Certificate or Passport
Standardized Test Scores – Most recent state test scores
IEP, 504 Plan, or Other Accommodations (if applicable)
ETR Report (if applicable)

Some responses must be completed by the student, so ensure they are with you during the process. You will be asked to provide names and email addresses for two current teachers in English, reading, math, science, social studies, or a language (Spanish, French, etc.) through the application portal so the teachers can complete our recommendation form.

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Transfer Process

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Placement Tests

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Discover STVM

Ready to explore STVM? Complete the inquiry form, and we'll share everything you need to know about becoming part of the Irish family.

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