Steps to Enrollment
Click on the tab that matches the grade level in which your student is currently enrolled to see the next steps to your family should take!
8th Graders
Shadow at Mercy
Shadowing is one of the best ways to experience our amazing atmosphere at Mercy! 8th grade students are encouraged to shadow before taking the high school placement test. During a shadow visit, your student attends classes alongside a Mercy student, meets teachers, enjoys a complimentary lunch, and experiences the Mercy sisterhood! Your student can request a Mercy student to spend the day with or we can pair her with a student based on similar interests. Already shadowed in 7th grade? No worries - your student is more than welcome to shadow again as an 8th grader!
click here to schedule your shadow visit
Take the Placement Test at Mercy
The high school placement test is the nationally standardized test that is given by all the Catholic high schools in Louisville. It is required for admission to Mercy Academy. If your 8th grade student has decided that she wishes to attend Mercy, she will need to take the high school placement test. The test is administered at Mercy on Saturday, December 14 at 9:00 a.m.
click here to register
Register to be a Jaguar!
Mark your calendar for Freshman Registration Night on Tuesday, February 25! In early February, your family will receive your acceptance details, along with everything you need to know about taking the next step toward joining the Class of 2029!
7th Graders
Shadow at Mercy
Shadowing is one of the best ways to experience our amazing atmosphere at Mercy! 7th grade students can start shadowing in January 2025. During the shadow visit, your student attends classes alongside a Mercy student, meets teachers, enjoys a complimentary lunch, and experiences the Mercy sisterhood! Your student can request a Mercy student to spend the day with or we can pair her with a student based on similar interests.
Join Us for Summer Camps
Mercy offers a wide variety of athletic and academic camps over the summer. Camps are a great way to see Mercy's campus and interact with students and teachers. Click here to learn more about summer camps.
Shadow at Mercy Again!
We invite all students to shadow in the fall of their 8th grade year. In order to make the best informed decision, we encourage students that shadowed in the spring of their 7th grade year to come back to spend the day shadowing at Mercy again! She can shadow with the same host or choose a different one. This is a great opportunity to explore interests and classes she may not have experienced during her first shadow visit.
Take the High School Placement Test
6th Graders
Attend Open House
Join us for a full display of Mercy Academy at our Open House! Your family can take a student-led or self-guided tour. Regardless of your choice, Mercy's Open House will showcase all aspects of the Mercy experience. Here's what you can expect:
- Guided Tours: Take a journey through our 24-acre campus with student-led or self-guided tours. Explore state-of-the-art science labs, inspiring student art studios, fully equipped athletic facilities and much more.
- Meeting our Mercy Community: Connect with our current students, dedicated teachers, enthusiastic coaches and even our beloved therapy dogs, Ryder and Skye! Get a taste of the vibrant community that makes Mercy special.
- Interaction at Every Corner: Get ready for an immersive experience as we've planned interactive activities in academics, athletics, and extracurriculars to make you feel like you're part of the excitement. From hands-on science experiments to mini sports challenges and artistic showcases, there's something for everyone to engage in.
- Discovering Excellence: Learn about our comprehensive academic programs and a wide range of exciting extracurricular activities. We're here to help you find the perfect fit for your student's educational journey.
Attend a Spring H.O.M.E. Event
H.O.M.E. (Hands-On Mercy Experience) events are a great way to experience real-life education! At H.O.M.E., your student actively participates in two hands-on classes with Mercy teachers.
While she is in her classes, you are invited to stay for your own parent/guardian session where you can explore our 30-acre campus, and learn from Mercy educators about how we prepare our students for college and beyond.
H.O.M.E. Events are open to 6th graders in the spring.
Join Us for Summer Camps
Mercy offers a wide variety of athletic and academic camps over the summer. Camps are a great way to see Mercy's campus and interact with students and teachers. Click here to learn more about summer camps.
Kindergarten-5th Graders
Join Us for Summer Camps
Mercy offers a wide variety of athletic and academic camps over the summer. Camps are a great way to see Mercy's campus and interact with students and teachers. Click here to learn more about summer camps.
Sign Up to Receive Information from Mercy
It's never too early to begin receiving information from Mercy! If you would like to begin receiving mail and emails, please complete this form.
Transfer Students
If your student is interested in starting the transfer process from her current high school to Mercy Academy, please follow the steps below. If you have any questions, please contact our Admissions Department.
Visit Mercy
All potential transfer students must set up a visit at Mercy. Please complete this form to schedule a day convenient for you.
Obtain a High School Transcript
After you and your student visit, you will be asked to provide an official high school transcript and two teacher recommendations. Additional forms will be sent to you by the Admissions Department as needed.
Meet with Kristen Marry
Kristen Marry, Dean of Students, meets with all potential transfer students. She will guide you and your student through the academic portion of the enrollment process.
Register at Mercy Academy
Once your student is accepted to Mercy Academy, you will complete the registration process. Emily McCullough, Director of Admissions, will guide you through this portion of the enrollment process.