Mercy HS Admissions News - Open House, Shadow, HSPT, Headlines & More!

You're invited to discover what it means to be a Mercy girl at our Fall Open House Sunday, November 1, 2026 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.

Open House is an opportunity for families to tour Mercy High School, meet students and staff, and learn more about the curriculum. Tours generally last an hour and include short presentations made by Mercy's academic departments. Treat yourself to cider, donuts and a cozy beverage from our coffee bar!

Mercy Alumnae and their families are invited to an early open house legacy tour from 12:30pm - 1:00pm. Please arrive at the Gym/Auditorium entrance.

You're invited to skip the line and PRE-REGISTER ONLINE. Walk-ins always welcome!

SCHEDULE YOUR STUDENT VISIT TODAY!

8th grade students are invited to spend one school day at Mercy. Experience our campus, attend classes, meet teachers and discover the amazing atmosphere at Mercy. A delicious lunch is provided and guests leave with a special Mercy gift.

You can request a Mercy 9th or 10th grader for your student to spend the day with, or we can pair her with a student based on similar interests. At the end of the day, students will meet with one of our Admissions staff.

SCHEDULE YOUR SHADOW DAY

Please note we welcome 8th grade students first semester and 7th and 8th grade students in the second semester.

SHADOW A STUDENT

CLASS OF 2031 APPLICATION

Begin your journey with us today by clicking the link below to create an account and start your application. If you already have a daughter at Mercy, simply log in to your existing account.

START YOUR APPLICATION

Here are some key dates to remember:

Application Deadline: December 11, 2026 (first round of acceptances)
Required Materials: 7th & 8th Grade Report Cards and Standardized Test Scores, Teacher Recommendation, Student Profile Form and High School Placement Test Results
First Round Acceptance Notification: January 21, 2027
First Round Acceptance Celebration: January 22, 2027

APPLY TODAY

AFFORDABILITY

A Mercy education may be more affordable than you think! In keeping with our school mission, Mercy is proud to award approximately $1 million annually in tuition assistance. Financial aid is awarded annually by the Mercy High School Financial Aid Committee on the basis of financial need as determined by Blackbaud Financial Aid Assessment and/or special requirements of the named scholarships.

Class of 2031 families need to complete the Blackbaud Financial Aid Application and submit all documents by December 11, 2026 in order to receive award information with their acceptance letter in January. In addition, students are required to submit the Mercy High School Financial Aid Application Cover Sheet here and a one-page double spaced essay describing themselves and explaining how they exemplify the Mercy Core Values to the President’s Office no later than December 11, 2026. Learn more about the Financial Aid Program here.

We can’t wait to welcome the Class of 2031! Should you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Admissions Team at admissions@mhsmi.org or call 248-476-2484.

FINANCIAL AID

SCHEDULE A 15-MINUTE FINANCIAL AID CONSULTATION

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Have questions about financial aid at Mercy High School? We’re here to help! Schedule a 15-minute consultation with Maureen Duncan, Director of Recruitment & Enrollment Management, to discuss any questions you may have about available assistance, application processes, and eligibility. Please be prepared to share family household tax information. We look forward to guiding you through the financial aid process.

SCHEDULE CONSULTATION

CLASS OF 2031 HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST

Eighth grade students interested in attending Mercy must take the High School Placement Test (HSPT). All students must register online to take the HSPT through the AOD. Students have through the Thursday before each test to register or make changes online. Cost of the HSPT is $50.

Saturday, November 7, 2026

7:45am - 11:00am

Saturday, November 21, 2026

7:45am - 11:00am

Saturday, December 5, 2026

7:45am - 11:00am

If you have an accommodation plan, please email the Academic Mentoring & Educational Support Team (AMES) at ames@mhsmi.org.

HSPT

JOIN US FOR COFFEE & CONVERSATION AT MERCY

You're invited for coffee, continental breakfast and casual conversation with members of our Administrative and Admission Teams. Learn more about school life, ask questions, take a tour and see why Mercy is the perfect place for your student!

Wednesday, December 2, 2026

8:30am

Mercy High School Auditorium/Gymnasium Entrance

RSVP

Please arrive at the Gym/Auditorium entrance located on the North side of the building. We look forward to seeing you!

RSVP COFFEE & CONVERSATION

HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MERCY? WE'VE GOT ANSWERS!

Did you know Mercy is an all-girl Catholic high school founded in 1945? We’ve gathered the most common questions from prospective Mercy families—covering academics and extracurriculars to service and the admissions process.

Explore our Mercy FAQs to find quick, helpful answers and learn more about what makes Mercy the right fit for your daughter.

FAQs

DISCOVER MERCY BROCHURE

MARLINS MAKING HEADLINES

Check out links below for the latest news at Mercy High School!

ADMISSIONS

MERCY WEBSITE

Compelled by our Catholic faith and the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy High School is a premier college preparatory school that educates and nurtures young women of diverse backgrounds to excel academically, serve compassionately, and lead courageously.

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Mercy Admissions Office

248-476-2484

admissions@mhsmi.org