ADMISSION
PROCESS
HOW TO APPLY
We understand that deciding where to continue your education is a major decision that will have a life-changing effect on both you and your family. The Office of Admissions at Cristo Rey New York High School is here to assist you in that decision by providing tours, scheduling school visits, and being a resource to answer your questions as you navigate this process.
Our dedicated admissions team is here to facilitate every step of the application. Please take a moment to read through the Admissions Process and Requirements below.
To inquire about applying, please contact us at admissions@cristoreyny.org
If you have questions about our tuition, scholarships, financial aid, and billing, please visit our Tuition and Financial Aid page.
If you need assistance in completing your application, please email admissions@cristoreyny.org or schedule an individual appointment.
STEP 1: ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
Students must be 14 years old by September 1st, 2026.
Cristo Rey New York High School exclusively serves students who desire a college prep education but cannot otherwise afford to attend a private high school. Demonstrated financial need is a requirement for admission and is evaluated on a case-by-case basis through the financial aid process. View detailed information on our Financial Fact Sheet.
You must have at least average grades and attendance and be willing to work hard to meet high academic expectations and the work obligations of the school.
You must possess the maturity and work ethic necessary to be successful working with adults in an office environment. All students must be authorized to work in the United States by the first day of the work-study program.
Cristo Rey New York accepts a limited number of 10th-grade transfer students at the beginning of each academic school year. Students who are interested must follow the application process and meet all requirements. The application for Transfers opens March 1st, 2026. Cristo Rey New York does not accept mid-year transfers.
To inquire about applying, please contact us at admissions@cristoreyny.org
STEP 2:
Before you start the online application, you will need to gather all documents that are listed on the Document Checklist.
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Birth Certificate
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6th Grade Final Report Card
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7th Grade Final Report Card
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7th Grade Attendance Record
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Most recent 8th Grade Report Card
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Most recent standardized test scores
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School Report/Transcript Request Form (Submit to current school)
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Two (2) Teacher Evaluation Forms - Math & English (Submit to current school)
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One (1) School Administrator Character Form (Principal, Assistant Principal, Guidance Counselor, Dean of Students) (Submit to current school)
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A copy of 2024 tax return (Form 1040)
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Most recent W-2s for all jobs held by contributing adults in the household
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Two recent pay stubs held by contributing adults in the household
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Proof of other forms of income, including (if applicable): Supplementary Security Income (SSI), SNAP, TANF, unemployment, child support or alimony, workers' compensation, other government assistance, etc.
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Download and print the application checklist below to track the required documents.
STEP 4:
SUBMIT RECOMMENDATIONS
You must send the Confidential School Report/Transcript Request and the Confidential Teacher Evaluation forms to their current school using the online admissions portal. Please check with your current school to confirm who should receive each form.
Note: If your current school prefers to complete the PDF version of the school forms instead of completing the forms online, please download the school forms. Then provide the school with the forms to complete and return the forms to CRHS when complete.
STEP 5:
Complete the FACTS application to determine financial aid.
Once admitted and intending to enroll, each accepted student is required to complete a financial aid application. This step is necessary to verify income eligibility according to the Cristo Rey Network's Standard 2 guidelines and to determine whether your family qualifies for reduced tuition (less than $2,000 annually).
The application fee is $45.00, payable by Visa or MasterCard.
A limited number of students whose family income exceeds these guidelines may still be considered for admission under special circumstances.
STEP 6:
Once all required application information and documentation have been submitted, the Admissions team will schedule an interview.
INTERVIEW STRUCTURE
The interview process takes 60 minutes. There are 3 sections. Each section lasts roughly 10 minutes. Please keep in mind that the section order will be different for each student.
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Section 1: Reading comprehension assessment
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Section 2: Corporate Work Study Skills Assessment
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Section 3: Admissions interview
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Section 4: Family and School Administrator Interview
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Tiffany Tejada ‘10
Director of Admissions
(Habla español)
212-996-7000 Ext 227