Admissions

Admissions Overview

Welcome to Spence!

Thank you for your interest in The Spence School. We are delighted to share with you the wonder and possibilities of our school community: fueled by spirited girls and young women who pursue scholarship with a balance of rigor and joy and who see their future as they develop confidence and agency.
Spence actively seeks bright, motivated students who also reflect racial, cultural, religious, and socioeconomic diversity. The School enrolls students in Grades K through 12 from all boroughs of New York City, as well as from parts of Westchester County, Connecticut, and New Jersey.

Please note that the admissions deadlines for the 2026–2027 academic year have now passed. We encourage families to explore our website to learn more about Spence and to follow us @thespenceschool to stay connected and informed about future admissions cycles.

We appreciate your interest and look forward to the possibility of connecting with you and your family in the future.

Warmly,
Melissa Hong
Director of Admissions and Financial Aid

Announcements

Thank you for your interest in The Spence School. Have questions or want to stay in the know about upcoming spring events? Families are welcome to email the Office of Admission and complete this form to receive updates and learn more about our community.

Applying to Spence

The Spence Admissions Team

We can’t wait to meet you! If you have any questions, please contact our office at 212-710-8140, or email admissions@spenceschool.org.

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Spence Students Come From

List of 6 items.

  • Manhattan | Brooklyn

  • Queens | The Bronx

  • Long Island

  • NY State Region

  • New Jersey

  • Connecticut

Students of Color

52%

Student to Teacher Ratio

6:1

$8.6M

Allocated Annually in Financial Aid

Middle & Upper School

22 East 91st Street
New York, NY 10128

Lower School

56 East 93rd Street
New York, NY 10128

Athletic & Educational Facility

412 East 90th Street
New York, NY 10128
A K-12 independent school in New York City, The Spence School prepares a diverse community of girls and young women for the demands of academic excellence and responsible citizenship.

212-289-5940


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