Admissions Timelines

The CDS Admissions timeline serves as a structured framework to ensure a fair and efficient enrollment process for prospective students and their families. By implementing a timeline, Carrollwood Day School aims to provide clarity and transparency, guiding families through each step of the admissions journey and helping them to stay organized and on track. Please reach out to the Admissions Department with any specific questions about your application.

LOWER SCHOOL ADMISSIONS TIMELINE

  • September 3rd: Admissions Applications Available Online
  • December-January: Screening Appointments/Testing Days
  • January: ECC Group Observations
  • January 31st: Admissions Applications Due for First Round Consideration
  • Late February: Notification of Lower School Admissions Decision

MIDDLE SCHOOL ADMISSIONS TIMELINE

  • September 3rd: Admissions Applications Available Online

  • Early October: Shadow Appointments Available

  • January 31st: Admissions Applications Due for First Round Consideration

  • Late February: Notification of Middle School Admissions Decisions

UPPER SCHOOL ADMISSIONS TIMELINE

  • September 3rd: Admissions Applications Available Online

  • Early October: Shadow Appointments Available

  • January 31st: Admissions Applications Due for First Round Consideration

  • March 1st: Notification of Upper School Admissions Decisions

SIBLING APPLICANT CONSIDERATION

Qualified sibling applicants of current CDS students will be given priority consideration only if the completed application is submitted by the first stated deadline per division.