<p>PRJ - I think you will find that the admissions process is very close to college admissions. Many of the parents on this board have commented that it is a preview of what is to come. Visits to the school are very important if you can swing it. Needing full financial aid during these economics times has made admissions more difficult but not impossible. There were several students on this board who received full financial aid for 2009/2010. If your neice has taken the SAT or PSAT, you will have a good idea of what schools she will be competitive at - if not the SSAT results will give you an indication as well. However, test results, just like in college, are not the only factor.</p>