Joining Notre Dame Schools' family comes with immense excitement and pride as students embark on an academic and spiritual journey of fulfillment. As Utica's premier catholic school, students receive the benefits of smaller class sizes, a variety of extracurricular activities, and faith-centered education.

Complete the steps below to begin your path as a Notre Dame student. 

Bookmark this page for quick access to the links for each step!                             

Parents looking to apply for Notre Dame Montessori Pre-K, Universal Pre-K Wrap Around, or K-12 follow the steps below.

All parents looking to apply for 1/2 day Universal Pre-K only, please call 315-732-4374.

 

STEP 1 

SCHEDULE A VISIT

Click HERE to view ways to visit Notre Dame Schools and schedule a visit.

 

STEP 2

APPLY TO NOTRE DAME SCHOOLS

International Students, contact Donna Williams, Director of Development, at 315-724-5118 Ext. 35 or dwilliams@syrdiocese.org

Notre Dame Schools practice rolling admissions, meaning we accept applications throughout the year. Tuition rates for the next school year will be available in February. 

Students interested in beginning the application process will apply through our online application.  APPLY NOW

Submit all Required Documents in the Application Portal 

Examples: 

· Last year's report card and this year's, to date, report card.

· 504/IEP- Please submit documentation for any accommodations required with a 504/IEP plan.

If you have any additional questions about the enrollment process, do not hesitate to contact Laurie Cardone, Admissions Manager, at lcardone@syrdiocese.org. or 315-724-5118 Ext. 26

 

STEP 3

INTERVIEW

Students who choose not to shadow for a day at Notre Dame may be asked to meet with the Director of Development, Principal, Associate Principal, and Guidance Counselor for an interview.

 

STEP 4

RECEIVE OUR DECISION LETTER

Please note that all offers of enrollment/acceptance are on a conditional/probationary basis, pending review of final grade reports, behavior reports, and attendance records.

 

STEP 5

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

All candidates are encouraged to apply for financial aid and the various scholarships available. The financial aid application process is separate from the admissions application.

 

The FACTS financial aid application is available beginning October 15, 2023, and must be completed online. Applications must be completed no later than February 1, 2024, for consideration for financial aid. Financial aid availability is on a first-come basis. Click Here to Apply for FACTS Financial Aid. 

 

STEP 6 

ENROLL THROUGH FACTS

Once your student is accepted - you will complete the enrollment process by completing the enrollment packet through your FACTS account. Students cannot begin attending school until the entire enrollment process is complete.

If you need more information on applying to Notre Dame, fill out an initial interest form. A Notre Dame representative will get back to you shortly.