The Admissions Process
Our Admissions team is here every step of the way!
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1. Inquire
Inquire
Submit your Inquiry form so we can get to know you and your desires for your child's education. We can't wait to get to meet you!
- inquire
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2. Visit
Visit
The best way to experience DC is to join us for a visit on campus. Whether you attend an Open House, arrange a personal tour, or connect with current DC students during a *shadow visit, we are excited to welcome you to campus!
You are invited to experience what makes DC so special alongside our admission team members.
- inquire
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3. Apply
Apply
If you’re ready to apply today, create an account on Blackbaud our online admission and enrollment software. After you submit your application, your checklist will appear in your Blackbaud account.
- inquire
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4. Admissions Assessment
Admissions Assessment
Upon receiving a submitted application, the Admissions office will arrange and schedule all entrance testing and development screenings. Grades PK2-1st participate in group and/or individual readiness assessments. Applicants to grades 2-6 sit for the STAR entrance exam. Students applying to grades 7 & 8 will be administered the NWEA assessment. Applicants entering grades 9-12 require an ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) entrance test.
- inquire
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5. Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Submit an application (if applicable)
DC is committed to making education accessible for as many families as possible. An independent third party administrator (Blackbaud Financial Aid Management) determines financial aid eligibility based on a family’s individual financial profile. We encourage families to begin the financial aid application process as soon as possible.
- inquire
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6. Interviews
Interviews
Parent and Student Interviews
The interview process offers a welcoming opportunity for families and students to learn about the DC community while also giving us a chance to get to know you better.
- inquire
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7. Student Visit
Student Visit
Applicants are encouraged, but not required to spend a day visiting with their current grade level peers to experience DC’s unique learning environment.
- inquire
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8. Admissions Decision
Admission Decision
Upon the Admissions Committee’s decision, you will receive a letter from the Admissions Office.
Please follow the instructions on the letter to accept an offer of enrollment or feel free to contact the admissions office if you have further questions about the admissions decision.
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9. Enrollment
Enrollment
We must receive your completed enrollment contract along with a $425 enrollment fee within two weeks of the offer to secure your spot.
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Important Admissions Dates
Admissions Team
Anne Goneau
Director of Enrollment
610-353-6522 x2211
agoneau@dccs.org
Louisa Thompson
Assistant Director of Lower Campus Admissions
610-353-6522 x2286
lthompson@dccs.org
Arlene Warmhold
Assistant Director of Upper Campus Admissions | Director of International Students
610-353-6522 x2252
awarmhold@dccs.org
Hana Lu
International Program Coordinator
610-353-6522 x2283
hlu@dccs.org
Katie Gricco
Admissions Associate
610-353-6522 x2285
kgricco@dccs.org