Admissions

Become a Cadet

Admissions

How To Become a Cadet

We’re grateful you’re considering becoming part of the Marmion Academy family. Follow the steps below to start your journey towards becoming a Cadet.

  • Register for the Entrance Exam (Incoming freshmen only)
    • Class of 2030 – Final Entrance Exam March 28, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
    • Class of 2031 Scholarship Qualifying Exam December 5, 2026
      • Make-up exams (do not qualify for Scholarships) January 9, 2027 and March 20, 2027
  • Complete the online application ($50 Fee)
    • Submit student’s most recent report card, standardized test scores (uploaded with the online application) and letter of recommendation.
  • Freshman Registration Day  
    • Optional but encourage! Get an overview on all things Marmion from course selections, athletics, fine arts, transportation, uniform information, and more. 

Transfer applicants may need to interview with the Director of Admissions prior to acceptance.

Ways to Experience Marmion

Tours
Campus tours are available by appointment year-round. Please contact Bill Dickson at (630) 897-6936 (ext. 227) or bdickson@marmion.org to schedule a visit.

Shadow Visit
We invite 8th graders and transfer students interested in Marmion to spend a half day on campus shadowing a current student. You will attend classes, enjoy lunch (on us) in our dining hall, and get a firsthand look at what life is like at Marmion. Shadow visits are available from October through April. Applicants can sign up for a shadow day through their admissions account. You do not need to complete the application to schedule a shadow day.

Explore Day

Friday, April 24, 2026
In the spring of your 7th grade school year, you can come experience Marmion through our Explore Day, an event designed to offer a dynamic glimpse into high school life.

Over the course of this two-hour visit, you’ll get to take part in sessions highlighting spirituality, academics, athletic offerings and leadership building.

You’ll also have some hands-on learning opportunities.

Explore Marmion
Parent Shadow Day

Parent Shadow Day

Thursday, April 30 at 8:15 – 11:30 AM

Experience the difference! Join us for a Prospective Parent Shadow Day to visit classrooms, meet with teachers and counselors, and see firsthand what a day at Marmion is really like. RSVP below so we know how many people to expect.  

What's going on at Marmion?

Admissions Events

Admissions Office

Contact The Admissions Office

If you have any questions about the Marmion admissions process, contact us.

Bill Dickson

William Dickson, Jr. '81

Director of Admissions

630-897-6936 ext. 227
bdickson@marmion.org

Lauren Black

Director of Recruitment, Marketing, and Social Media

630-897-6936 ext. 264
lblack@marmion.org

Paul Chabura

Assistant Athletic Director and Community Outreach

630-897-6936 ext. 258
pchaura@marmion.org

Nancy Konrath

Nancy Konrath

Director of Community Outreach

630-897-6936 ext. 291
nkonrath@marmion.org