The 2025 SHSAT will be held in November for eighth graders and in December for ninth graders applying to Specialized High Schools.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Early September—Mid-October 2025 | Register through your school counselor |
| Mid-October 2025 | Receive your Test Ticket and/or Audition Ticket w/specific date, time, and location |
| Late October 2025 (Date TBD) | SHSAT School Day |
| Mid-November 2025 (Date TBD) | 8th grade SHSAT Weekend Testing |
| Early December 2025 (Date TBD) | 9th grade SHSAT Weekend Testing |
| March 2026 | Receive SHSAT scores and Specialized High School admission results through your school counselor of in your account. |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Early September—Mid-October 2024 | Register through your school counselor |
| Mid-October 2024 | Receive your Test Ticket and/or Audition Ticket w/specific date, time, and location |
| October 30, 2024 | SHSAT School Day |
| November 16 & 17, 2024 | 8th Grade SHSAT Weekend Testing |
| December 7 & , 2024 | 9th Grade SHSAT Weekend Testing |
| March 2025 | Receive SHSAT scores and Specialized High School admission results through your school counselor of in your account. |
For eight out of New York City's nine Specialized High Schools, your SHSAT score is the only admission factor. It's important to make sure you're prepared.
Here are some quick and easy ways to make sure you’re prepared:
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