ADMISSIONS

What is involved in the admissions process at Metropolitan Preparatory Academy? When is the deadline, and what are the requirements? How does it compare to other schools? How should you factor these into your decision?

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Facts and analysis
Qualitative insights

Facts and analysis

VISITING THE SCHOOL

Upcoming open houses will be announced here.

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.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Metropolitan Preparatory Academy offers rolling admissions.

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

Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

Month	Metropolitan Preparatory Academy	Other schools
Month	Rolling admissions	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
September	Day 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.

ACCEPTANCE RATE

30% of all applications are accepted.

Admissions at Metropolitan Preparatory Academy is more competitive than the majority of the schools we cover.

What Metropolitan Preparatory Academy says it looks for in students

At Metropolitan Preparatory Academy, we are looking for students who are motivated to grow, open to guidance, and ready to take on new challenges. We seek individuals who demonstrate respect, curiosity, and a willingness to learn—even if they have not yet fully realized their academic or personal potential.

Students who thrive at MetroPrep are those who are ready to engage actively with their teachers and peers, embrace new expectations, and build strong study habits and leadership skills over time. We value character, perseverance, and openness as much as prior achievement. With the right support, mentorship, and environment, we believe every student can learn to work hard, think critically, and achieve at the highest levels.

MetroPrep is the ideal place for students who aspire to grow into confident, capable individuals ready for success at top universities and beyond.
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.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The admissions process may require an interview.

See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Metropolitan Preparatory Academy and how they compare with other schools.

Breakdown by grade

Grade	Required by Metropolitan Preparatory Academy					% of schools requiring
Grade	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay	% of schools requiring
Gr. 7		-	-	-	-	Interview: 63%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10%
Gr. 8		-	-	-	-	Interview: 64%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10%
Gr. 9		-	-	-	-	Interview: 52%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10%
Gr. 10		-	-	-	-	Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%
Gr. 11		-	-	-	-	Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%
Gr. 12		-	-	-	-	Interview: 44%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 17%, Essay: 10%

What Metropolitan Preparatory Academy says about the application process

Application fee: $200

Registration fee: N/A

Deposit: N/A

Description:
At Metropolitan Preparatory Academy, admissions is a selective but welcoming process focused on finding the right match between each student and our community. Families begin by submitting a full application online at www.metroprep.com/apply. Once received, we invite applicants for an in-person interview, where we review recent report cards and have meaningful conversations to understand the student's strengths, character, aspirations, and potential.

The interview is the most important step. It allows us to get to know the student and family personally and assess whether MetroPrep’s environment—built on academic excellence, mentorship, and personal growth—will be the right fit for their journey. We are looking for students who are motivated, open-minded, respectful, and ready to work toward becoming the best version of themselves.

Our goal is to partner with families who share our commitment to helping students unlock their full potential and achieve success at top universities and beyond.
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.

Qualitative insights

These insights are based on conversations with parents, alumni, and school leadership. Handpicked and curated by our editor, they offer a close look at how the school is experienced and perceived by those who know it best.

The review process showed that they were more interested in learning about our children as individuals, rather than wanting to see whether they fit into a mold that they predetermined was necessary to attend that school. And that was very important for us, that the individual and what they had to bring was the focus, and not whether they fit the mold for that particular school. The school values a kind of education that is for the individual, not having to fit in a particular mold.

—Theda Zigomanis, parent (see full interview)

I'd recommend that if you're looking for a new school for your child, then go speak to one of the faculty members at Metro Prep, or speak to a family member of a student who has attended Metro Prep. I would not do anything differently. I'm very happy that my daughter attended Metro Prep and I would recommend that if you're looking for a new school, then make an appointment, speak to Principal Mckelvey, speak to a guidance counselor, go to an open house of Metro Prep and see for yourself. It'll be the right choice.

—Mishma Gashyna, parent (see full interview)

My son had previously gone to a Montessori school, with a focus on hands-on learning, communication skills, and teamwork. And we're looking for a middle school, high school that can continue him down the same path. We visited quite a few schools looking for small class sizes, a close-knit community of teachers, students, and staff, and above all, academic excellence. Metro Prep fits the bill.

—Wei Su, parent (see full interview)

It is hard for me to talk about my experience within the application process because I don’t recall a lot from it. My dad went to the school in the eighties and because he didn’t feel my brother reaching his fullest potential at his previous school, he called the principal and asked if there was a possibility for my brother to attend. The principal remembered exactly who my dad was and was so excited at the thought of his kid attending the school as well. My brother went to the school a year before me and absolutely loved it. He convinced me to come for a tour and meet all his teachers and friends. During my tour I met many of the teachers and sat down and talked with the principal. I knew then and there that this was where I wanted to spend the rest of my secondary education.

—Stephanie Ivanoff, alum (2013-2019) (see full review)

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