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Hope is Real
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We’re so glad you’re here!
We’re looking for students who are willing to challenge themselves academically, with the potential to embody our motto of character, competence, and compassion. All families, regardless of faith, are welcome to apply. We also provide robust financial aid to talented students of all grades.
Our students are inspired to be leaders, thinkers, and thoughtful global citizens.
FAQs
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Is there an application fee?
Yes. We require a one-time, non-refundable fee of $60 with each application.
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Is there a birthday cutoff for application?
Yes. Children applying to the Lower School (Pre-K–4) must be the appropriate age by September 1 of the entry year. For children applying to other grades, there is no birthday cutoff date. Please contact us for more information.
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What is the procedure once I have submitted an application?
After we’ve received and reviewed your application, we’ll reach out to schedule your visit to the school.
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When will I receive admission notification?
Entering Pre-K: March 2, 2023
Entering Kindergarten: February 9, 2023
Entering Grade 1–8: February 14, 2023
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What if there is no vacancy at the grade level for which I submitted an application?
We’ll contact you to see if you would like to be placed on a waitlist.
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What is the tuition?
Tuition for all grades is $30,500. Tuition includes books, use of school iPads/laptops, and most school supplies. It does not include school lunch, uniform, school trips, some school supplies, and after-school programming.
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Does the Academy enroll an equal number of boys and girls?
We try to—because we believe in the value of a balanced coeducational experience. Our current student body is roughly 55% girls, 45% boys. Our goal, always, is to admit qualified students of diverse experiences and perspectives.
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Where have AOSJ graduates been accepted for high school studies?
Recent graduates have been enrolled at Art and Design High School, Berkeley Carroll, Bronx High School of Science, Brooklyn Friends, Brooklyn Latin, Convent of the Sacred Heart, Dominican Academy, Fordham Preparatory, Horace Mann, Léman Manhattan, Loyola School, Manhattan Hunter Science High School, Marymount, Millennium Brooklyn High School, Notre Dame, Regis High School, St. John’s Preparatory, St. Vincent Ferrer, Stuyvesant, Trevor Day, United Nations International School (UNIS), Xavier, York Preparatory
