Applying to Harvey

There are two options for applying:  via the Harvey Admissions Portal or via the SAO (Standard Application Online).

Apply via Harvey Admissions Portal 

Apply via SAO

Whether you choose to submit your application via the Harvey Admissions Portal or SAO, once we receive your application you will have access to Harvey's Application Checklist where you will be able to easily track its progress in real-time.

Please note that there is a $75 application fee for the SAO application.

The Family Interview is an important step in the admission process. Participation from at least one parent is required. Interviews can be conducted in-person, on campus, or virtually via Zoom.

Once we have received a completed application form* our team will reach out to you to schedule an interview.

* A completed application consists of submitting Harvey's application or submitting the SAO Student Biographic Profile, the Parent Statement, and the Student Essays.

To support your application we require the following:

• Three recommendations from your child’s current school from the Principal/Guidance Counselor, English teacher and math teacher. 
• A report card for the current school year.
• Grades or transcript for the previous two years. 

It is best to wait until November to request recommendations from the teachers noted above to allow them time to get to know your child.

Once you have submitted the application form, you will be able to send all recommendations and grade/transcript requests directly to the teachers from your Checklist located in your Harvey Admissions Portal.

Our admissions process is test-optional. Students are welcome to submit standardized test scores if they feel it will strengthen their application, but it is not required.

We take a holistic approach in evaluating applicants, considering all aspects of their academic and personal achievements to get a complete picture of their potential to be successful at Harvey. Students who choose not to submit test scores will be evaluated fairly and equitably, and will remain on an even playing field with other applicants. Test scores are only one of many factors considered in our process.

We kindly request applicants to submit a graded essay as part of their application, as it allows us to gain deeper insights into their academic abilities and writing skills.

This graded essay provides us with a window into your critical thinking, analytical prowess, and written communication, which are essential attributes for success in our academic community. However, we understand that some applicants may have yet to have a recently graded essay readily available. In such cases, we aim to make the process as stress-free as possible. During your interview, we will provide a prompt for you to complete, ensuring you have an opportunity to showcase your writing skills. This essay could take the form of a short story or even a poem; it is unnecessary to be lengthy.

Our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive application process that only provides us with more insights into your abilities and potential contributions to our institution. Please approach this aspect of the application with confidence, knowing that it is designed to help us better understand your unique strengths and talents.

A completed application file includes the following materials:

1. Online application (which consists of submitting either Harvey Online Application or submitting the SAO, the Student Biographic Profile, parent statement, and the student essays).
2. Student and parent interview.
3. Current Principal/Guidance Counselor recommendation.
4. Current English teacher recommendation.
5. Current math teacher recommendation.
6. Personal recommendation (optional).
7. Current year report card.
8. Official school reports and transcripts.
9. Testing (if applicable).

The best way for prospective students to learn about The Harvey School is to be a Cavalier for the day! Once the application is complete, students are invited on campus for a first-hand look into a typical day. They will attend classes with a Harvey Host Student, meet other students, get the chance to tour the campus and ask questions.

Visiting days can be scheduled once we have received the application and the family interview has been completed.

Visits will take place between 8:15 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.