ADMISSIONS

An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.

• Why it matters

  A school visit offers a firsthand look at the environment, culture, and daily life of the school. It provides an opportunity to ask questions, observe interactions, and verify your expectations directly. It's a vital part of an informed choice.

See the deadline distribution for all other schools we cover below.

• Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

  Month	Bishop's College School	Other schools
  	Rolling admissions	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
  September	Day and Boarding admissions	0%	88% of all other schools have rolling admissions
  October		Less than 1%
  November		2%
  December		7%
  January		1%
  February		2%
  March		2%
  April		1%
  May		1%
  June		Less than 1%
  July		0%
  August		1%

• Why it matters

  The admissions timeline helps you plan and prepare for key milestones, including school visits, application submission, and acceptance notifications.

See data for other schools below.

• What Bishop's College School says it looks for in students

  We are looking for well-balanced students.

• Why it matters

  A school's acceptance rate gives you an indication of how competitive the admissions process is. Understanding this can help you set expectations and make strategic decisions about where to apply. Please note that the acceptance rates provided here are approximate.

See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Bishop's College School and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by Bishop's College School						% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay	English Language Eligibility Certificate
  Gr. 7		-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 63%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10%, English eligibility: 1%
  Gr. 8		-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 64%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10%, English eligibility: 1%
  Gr. 9		-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 52%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10%, English eligibility: 1%
  Gr. 10		-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%, English eligibility: 1%
  Gr. 11		-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%, English eligibility: 1%
  Gr. 12		-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 44%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 17%, Essay: 10%

• What Bishop's College School says about the application process

  Application fee: N/A

  Registration fee: N/A

  Deposit: N/A

  
  Description:

  BCS works on 'rolling admissions,' meaning we will accept applications year-round. We do, however, recommend that students apply by February 1 for enrolment the following September. 

  Tour our Campus
  As part of the admissions process, we are excited to help schedule a student-led tour of our campus for you and your family. This is the best way for you to see the school in action and get a sense of what BCS is all about. Individual tours may be done virtually or in-person at BCS and tours are organized on weekdays at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, or 2:00 PM EST.

  Necessary Documents

  • A copy of your birth certificate (with the names of both parents) along with the English translation by a certified translator.
  • A copy of your passport (in .jpeg format)
  • A copy of your 2019-2020 report card
  • A copy of your 2020-2021 report card
  • A copy of your 2021-2022 (incomplete & when available) report card
  • The Confidential Report to be completed by a current teacher, preferably a math or English teacher
  • Any additional documents (individualized learning plan, psychoeducational assessment, standardized testing, etc.)

  Schedule an Interview
  All prospective students must complete an interview with a member of the Admissions Team. Interviews usually takes 30 minutes and can be done in-person or by Zoom on weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM EST.

  Complete Math & English Worksheets
  All applicants complete a BCS Math worksheet.
  All applicants whose first language is English complete the BCS English worksheet.
  All applicants whose first language is not English complete the BCS English as a Second Language worksheet. 

  The Math and English Worksheets can take up to two hours to complete.  They can be completed on campus or under the supervision of a teacher or office worker affiliated with your current school. If you choose to have the worksheets done remotely, please provide the Admissions Team with the contact information of the person who has agreed to supervise these subject reviews.

  Results from the SSAT or TOEFL Junior completed within the current year may be submitted in lieu of these worksheets. Additional testing may be required in some cases.

• Why it matters

  Understanding admission requirements is crucial as you assess your fit with a school and the likelihood of acceptance. These requirements often reflect the school's educational priorities.