Who is the typical Mayfield student?
Mayfield students hail from all over Los Angeles County, but most come from the Pasadena/San Gabriel Valley area. They come from Catholic, independent, public and international schools. They represent many different racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds. For example, the Class of 2012 numbers 77 and comes from 22 different feeder schools.

Most incoming freshmen know only a few other students before they enroll, so the atmosphere on campus is very friendly—students are eager to get to know each other.

What do you look for when admitting students to Mayfield?
Mayfield admits the best-qualified applicants. We seek students who possess character, scholarship, curiosity and love of learning. In addition, Mayfield expects to enroll students who value integrity, loyalty and service. The following are criteria that the Admissions Committee considers when making its decisions:

  • Application, including student essay
  • Interview
  • Admissions testing (ISEE)
  • Transcript, emphasis placed on 7th and 8th grades
  • Recommendations (academic and personal)

In evaluating applicants, the Admissions Committee creates a context for each student, and tries to assess the student’s ability and eagerness to benefit from and contribute to Mayfield.

Where do Mayfield graduates attend college?
100% of our students are accepted to four-year colleges and universities. Our graduates enroll at small liberal arts colleges, large research universities, and public and private institutions in the West, South, Midwest and on the East Coast.

What is the cost of tuition at Mayfield?
The tuition for 2009-10 is $19,995.

Is financial or merit aid available at Mayfield?
Yes. Almost 30% of the student body receives tuition assistance. Mayfield offers both need- and merit-based aid.

Will applying for Financial Aid affect my chances for admission?
No. It is important to note that applying for Financial Aid has no bearing upon the Admission Committee's decision and assessment of an applicant's potential as a Mayfield student. Decisions regarding Financial Aid are made after admission is determined.

How many applicants do you have for ninth grade and what is the size of the entering class?
We enroll a freshman class of approximately 75 students. Last year we received more than 250 applications for those 75 spots.

How can I schedule a campus visit?
A student may arrange a campus visit by contacting the Admissions Office. Visits take place from October-December on selected dates. We also host an Open House for the entire family on Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 1:00pm-4:00pm.

What sports does Mayfield offer?
We field competitive teams in Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Fencing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball and Water Polo.

Studies have shown that an education at an all-girls school is beneficial to a young woman's academic achievement (particularly in sex-typed subjects areas such as science and math), personal development and self-esteem, and career aspirations.

"Girls at single-sex schools surpass their coed peers in reading, writing and science. They also demonstrate higher educational aspirations, spend more time on homework, and are more likely to achieve later in their careers."
Drs. Anthony Byrk and Valerie Lee, University of Michigan

"For some girls, girls' schools can be especially powerful environments to address both of the key problems of female adolescent development: developing an assertive, risk-taking, active, questing attitude toward learning, while at the same time enhancing supportive female qualities of nurturing and caring."
Who Goes Where, Lee/Marks, University of Michigan


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