International Candidates

The Seton Hall Preparatory School International Program was established in 2013, welcoming students from around the world to experience a challenging and comprehensive academic program from NJ’s oldest prep school. SHP’s international students form a vital part of our diverse student body.

Seton Hall Prep offers an international advisor responsible for each student’s academic and social growth during their time at The Prep. While there are a number of activities and support structures specifically geared toward international students, they integrate themselves into the larger community through their involvement in many of the school’s academic, athletic and service programs.

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  • Admission Process

    In order to be admitted as an International Student to Seton Hall Prep, the applicant must:

    1. Complete and submit the Seton Hall Prep International Application for Admission along with the $100 application fee.
    2. Submit formal school transcripts for both the current year and the previous two years. In order to do this, complete the Transcript Release Form and return it to the applicant's current school so that they can forward his records to Seton Hall Prep.
    3. Participate in an interview (either in person or through video conference) with the Director of Admission and Director of the International Program and submit a writing sample which will be provided after successful completion of the interview.
    4. Demonstrate English proficiency by means of TOEFL results (80 minimum score).

    The Prep's Admission Office welcomes letters of recommendation for applicants, but they are NOT a required element of the SHP application process. Decisions for International Candidates are made on a rolling basis.

    While Seton Hall Prep does not work exclusively with any student placement agencies, we do require all international student who are not living with immediate family members to be represented by an agency. We will be happy to assist you with this once we begin the process for admission.
  • Tuition & Fees

    For the 2022-2023 school year, the tuition and fees are as follows:

    1. Tuition: $21,200
    2. Activity Fee: $650.00
    3. Technology Fee: $300.00
    4. Book Fee: $500.00
    5. International Program Fee: $2,500.00

    Please note that the fees listed above do not include any transportation fees either to or from Seton Hall Prep. Transportation fees are additional and may vary depending upon distance from the school.

    A $100 Fee is also paid by all new incoming students during registration. Seniors are charged a $300 graduation fee. Typically, tuition and fees increase about 4% each year.

    All International Students are required to pay the tuition and fees in full by July 15 each
    year.
  • Visit

    One of the best ways to learn about Seton Hall Prep is to visit our school yourself! If you are travelling to the New York City area anytime between October and May, we would love to have you spend a day with us on campus. During your visit, you will attend classes with a current Seton Hall Prep student, have lunch in our dining hall, attend club meetings or activities with your host student, meet with both the Director of Admission and Director of the International Program, participate in a formal interview, and complete a writing sample in English. In order to arrange your visit, please contact the Admission Office directly at (973) 325-6640 or at international@shp.org.
The International Program
Seton Hall Preparatory School
120 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey 07052
Phone: (973) 325-7737 ext. 6632
international@shp.org 

Program Facts

Year Founded: 2013

International Student Enrollment (2019-2020): 19 Students

International Student Nations represented (2013-present): China, Korea, France, Germany, Korea, Nigeria, Syria, United Kingdom

Activities Represented at SHP: Student Ambassadors, National Honors Society, Math Honor Society, Service Learning, Art Club, C-Tonians, A Cappella Choir, Chess Club, Chinese Club, Robotics Club, Cooking Club, Environmental Club

Student-Athletes at SHP: Basketball, Swimming, Rifle Team
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