What is the HSPT?

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a standardized assessment utilized by many Catholic high schools nationwide and serves as a mandatory component of the admissions process for schools within the Diocese of Metuchen. The exam spans approximately two and a half hours and features a multiple-choice format.

The HSPT evaluates a student’s abilities across several key academic areas, including reading comprehension, sentence completion, verbal skills, spelling and vocabulary, and quantitative reasoning. As students are permitted to take the HSPT only once, comprehensive preparation is essential for success.

To support students in achieving their best possible performance, Immaculata High School offers a dedicated HSPT Prep Course - once every August (one week intensive) and once every October (eight one-hour sessions spread over four weeks). This program is designed to thoroughly prepare students in each section of the exam, equipping them with the skills and strategies needed to excel.

Fall HSPT Prep Course (for Regular Decision in December)

Students who are applying for our Class of 2031 or our Class of 2032 (Spartan8) and are planning to take the HSPT with us during one of our regular November administration dates are encouraged to also enroll in our Fall HSPT Prep Course. The fee for this course is $250; this includes the fee for the HSPT itself. The class consists of eight one-hour sessions, from 4pm to 5pm spread over four weeks.

• Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2026
• Thursdays: October 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2026

The deadline to register for the course is October 5, 2026. Space is limited—only 25 students will be admitted to the Fall 2026 HSPT Prep Course, so early registration is recommended. Please use the form below to register for our Fall HSPT Prep Course!

Summer HSPT Prep Course (WITH Early Acceptance OPTION)

Option 1: HSPT Testing & Early Acceptance

Students enrolled in the summer HSPT Prep Course may take the official HSPT exam on the final day of the program. Those who complete the Application for Admission to the Class of 2032 (Freshman) / Class of 2033 (Spartan8) by August 15, 2027 will receive an early admissions decision by the end of August.

This option is ideal for students who have chosen Immaculata as their first-choice high school and are ready to get a head start on their future. Early applicants may also be considered for academic merit scholarships, with decisions issued well ahead of the regular timeline. Please note: all offers of admission and/or scholarships through this Early Acceptance Program must be confirmed by November 1.

Option 2: Pre-HSPT & Regular Admissions Program

Students may also opt to take the Pre-HSPT on the final day of the prep course instead of the official exam. This diagnostic-style assessment mirrors the actual HSPT and is perfect for students who want additional time to prepare while becoming familiar with the format and expectations of the exam.

Students who choose this option will take the official HSPT in November with admissions decisions released in late December.

Important Note: Parents will receive an email in early July to confirm their student’s preferred testing option.

Space is limited—only 50 students will be admitted to the Summer 2027 HSPT Prep Course. Check back soon for registration information for our Summer 2027 prep course.

Questions? Please contact the Admissions Office at 908-722-0200, ext. 2001.