ADMISSIONS
What is involved in the admissions process at St. Michaels University School? 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
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.
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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
St. Michaels University School has rolling admissions for Day and Boarding entry.
See the deadline distribution for all other schools we cover below.
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Application deadline by enrollment type(s)
Month St. Michaels University 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.
ENTRY GRADES
The highest number of new enrollment openings include Grade(s) 9, 10 and 11.
The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) 9, 10 and 11 (for the same grades offered at St. Michaels University School).
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Breakdown by grade
Entry grade Number of openings available: Day St. Michaels University School Average of all other schools K 25 - 30 17 Gr. 1 0 - 5 10 Gr. 2 0 - 5 8 Gr. 3 0 - 5 8 Gr. 4 0 - 5 9 Gr. 5 0 - 5 9 Gr. 6 10 - 15 9 Gr. 7 5 - 10 16 Gr. 8 5 - 10 10 Gr. 9 5 - 10 23 Gr. 10 0 - 10 13 Gr. 11 0 - 10 13 Gr. 12 0 - 5 13 Entry grade Number of openings available: Boarding St. Michaels University School Average of all other schools Gr. 9 25 - 35 18 Gr. 10 30 - 35 18 Gr. 11 15 - 25 18 Gr. 12 0 - 5 14 -
Why it matters
Popular entry grades may offer more opportunities for peer integration and more extensive orientation programs at the school. Applying to these grades may increase the chances of admission and support a smoother social and academic transition for the student.
ACCEPTANCE RATE
We do not have reliable data on the acceptance rate at this school.
See data for other schools below.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Acceptance rate: Day St. Michaels University School Average of all other schools K 0% 22% Gr. 1 0% 40% Gr. 2 0% 37% Gr. 3 0% 36% Gr. 4 0% 36% Gr. 5 0% 36% Gr. 6 0% 36% Gr. 7 0% 38% Gr. 8 0% 35% Gr. 9 0% 40% Gr. 10 0% 38% Gr. 11 0% 37% Gr. 12 0% 35% Grade Acceptance rate: Boarding St. Michaels University School Average of all other schools Gr. 9 0% 40% Gr. 10 0% 38% Gr. 11 0% 37% Gr. 12 0% 35% -
What St. Michaels University School says it looks for in students
The profile of a SMUS student is that they are curious, passionate and ambitious. This means more than just academic success - it means challenging yourself in all areas. As a student here, you will be expected to engage in arts, athletics, leadership and volunteering. You will need to be open to new experiences, to meeting people from different walks of life, and to taking on leadership responsibilities. Admissions staff are looking for students that fit this profile and who will bring their passion and energy to the benefit of all in the school community.
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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, an entrance exam and an entrance essay.
See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at St. Michaels University School and how they compare with other schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Required by St. Michaels University School % of schools requiring Interview SSAT SSAT (out of province) Entrance exam Entrance essay K - - - - Interview: 41%, Exam: 9% Gr. 1 - - Interview: 51%, Exam: 16%, Essay: 2% Gr. 2 - - Interview: 52%, Exam: 19%, Essay: 2% Gr. 3 - - Interview: 53%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 21%, Essay: 2% Gr. 4 - - Interview: 55%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 23%, Essay: 3% Gr. 5 - - Interview: 57%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 5% Gr. 6 - - Interview: 60%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 26%, Essay: 7% 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 St. Michaels University School says about the application process
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Description:Please visit the Admissions pages on the SMUS website for more information.
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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.
