Admission Events

There are many ways to get to know Santa Catalina and to interact with our students, faculty, and admission team. Whether you choose to attend a fair, a reception, or an open house, you will learn something new each time. We look forward to connecting with you!


A group of Catalina students pose in their red senior class t-shirts.

Truly Catalina: Open House Events

Curious about Santa Catalina? Come explore our signature programs, sample our academic and co-curricular offerings, and talk to students about clubs, activities, leadership, and campus life. You can also tour campus to see our amazing facilities.
 

Sunday, November 10, 2024

1:00–4:00 p.m.

Register for November
 

Sunday, January 19, 2025

10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Stay after the open house for our winter production, The Play That Goes Wrong.

Register for January


Virtual Tours

For those who can't visit us in person, virtual tours are a great option to learn about all that Santa Catalina has to offer. Virtual tours consist of a short welcome from the admission staff followed by a personalized student-led tour in a Zoom breakout room. Virtual tour dates are listed below. All tours start at 6:30 p.m. PST.


Santa Catalina in Your Area

Throughout the school year, our admission staff travels across California and beyond to meet with students and parents who are interested in finding out more about Santa Catalina. Most of our travel takes place between September and November; however, we will have some scheduled events in the spring. School fairs and admission-related events will be added to this site as they emerge, so please check back periodically.
 

Receptions

Receptions are hosted by Catalina families and friends throughout the fall season. These are great opportunities to meet current students, alumnae, and families and to see Catalina through their eyes.

  • Palo Alto, CA: Wednesday, October 9 — Register
  • San Francisco, CA: Saturday, October 12 — Register


International Travel

Director of Admission Jamie Buffington Browne ’85 will be traveling throughout Asia from November 12–24. Meet her in a city near you to learn more about Santa Catalina or interview.

  • Hong Kong — November 13–14
  • Singapore — November 15–16
  • Bangkok — November 17
  • Jakarta — November 18–19
  • Manila — November 20-21
  • Beijing — November 22–24

Register for an appointment



In-Person Fairs

High school admission fairs are a great way to check out multiple schools at once. Santa Catalina participates in fairs across the country. Be sure to stop by our table to learn more about us!

Contact Admission

Main Office
831.655.9356
admission@santacatalina.org

Jamie Buffington Browne '85
Director of Admission

Ala Milani '87
Senior Associate Director of Admission
 

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