How to Apply

 

How to Apply

 

Ready to apply? We’re here to help! St. Monica Academy’s application period begins one year in advance of a child’s anticipated entry. For priority consideration, applications are submitted between September 2024 and the application deadline of January 26, 2025. Please note: SMA continues to accept and review applications after the priority deadline on a space available basis.

September 2024 – February 2025 Applicant Tours and Shadow Days By appointment

December 4, 2024 High School Open House 6:30 p.m. Healy Hall Register Today

January 15, 2025 Grade School Open House 6:30 p.m. Healy Hall Register Today

January 11, 2025 High School Placement Test 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Healy Hall Register Today

January 26, 2025 Application Deadline

The following items must be submitted by the deadline:

  • Application
  • Parent copies of report cards or transcripts and standardized tests
  • Completed Authorization for Release of Student Records (Official records to be requested after students are enrolled)
  • Teacher Recommendation (A teacher or administrator at applicant’s current school must complete this form)

February 2025 Interviews and Academic Assessment for Grade School by appointment

March 7, 2025 Admission Letters Mailed

March 14, 2025 Enrollment Deadline

Initial getting to know each other Through a variety of means, parents and their student get to know the school and school personnel get to know the student and family. This includes some combination of the following: visiting the school website and reading printed promotional materials, attendance at an open house, a meeting with the Headmaster, and a tour of the campus.

Submission of an application Parents and student complete the formal application and submit the required accompanying materials. Click here to apply.

Further gathering of information about the applicant This stage may include the following: staff review of the application and academic records; student visit to the class to which they are applying for a half or full day; staff administration of academic testing; and an interview of the parents and student.

Decision The Admission Committee reviews the applicant’s file according to the admission criteria and makes a recommendation to admit without reservation, admit with reservation, or decline. The final decision on admission rests with the Headmaster.

Communication The school informs the parents of the school’s decision to either admit or decline. If admitted, the school either offers an enrollment contract or places the student on the waiting list.

Enrollment The school sends the family an enrollment contract. The parents sign the contract and return it to the school with a non-refundable registration fee. An office administrator signs the contract on behalf of the school and sends the parents a copy of the executed contract.

The applications of all students who receive a recommendation to admit (either with or without reservation) and who cannot be offered an enrollment contract due to lack of space, are placed on a wait list until an opening occurs. The school then evaluates each qualified candidate and offers an enrollment contract to whichever candidate is the most appropriate, all factors considered.

Grades 1-12 Admissions Calendar

  • September 2024- February 2025

    TOURS and SHADOW DAYS

    By appointment

  • February, 2025

    PARENT INTERVIEW

    Student Interview (Gr 6-12)

  • December 4, 2024 6:30 PM

    HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

    Register Today

  • February 3, 2025

    FACTS GRANT and AID DEADLINE

  • January 15, 2025 6:30 PM

    GRADE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

    Register Today

  • Friday, March 7, 2025

    ADMISSION DECISION

  • January 11, 2025 8:00 AM

    HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST

    Register Today

  • Friday, March 14, 2025

    REGISTRATION DUE

    ($500 per student)

  • January 26, 2025

    APPLICATION DEADLINE

St. Monica Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Students Say

“My senior year at St. Monica Academy, I took Government and Economics with Mrs. Grace. She taught me about fundamental principles like the electoral college, checks and balances, supply and demand, free trade, and command economies. Because of St. Monica, I was confident navigating the pre and post election chaos at UCLA. I understood the candidates’ policies, I evaluated newspaper articles and presidential debates, and I discussed my opinions with my peers.”

Therese

Class of 2016

We Look Forward to Getting to Know You!

Our application information and materials can be found below.

Thank you for your interest. Our main admission entry points are first, sixth, and ninth grades. Applications for other grade-levels
are fully considered, but admission is solely based on space availability due to student attrition.

Apply (Grades 1-5)

Grade 1-5 Application

Complete our application. The non-refundable application fee of $60 per student. Please submit your application early to secure an interview appointment. Application includes family application and student questionnaire; sibling application and questionnaire; teacher recommendation form; and authorization for release of student records. Please note: First grade applicants must be six years old by September 1 of the entering year.

Checklist: Requirements for Application for Admission

For us to consider your application, the following items must be completed and/or submitted:

  • Completed and signed application
  • $60 application fee
  • Picture of applicant
  • Copy of Birth Certificate
  • Copy of Baptismal Certificate (if applicable)
  • Authorization for Release of Student Records

Application Deadline January 26, 2025

Schedule a Tour/Shadow Day

Shadow Day gives prospective students the opportunity to experience a typical school day at St. Monica Academy. Students entering grades 1-5 are invited on campus for a first-hand look into a typical day at our elementry school. They will attend classes with a St. Monica Academy students, eat lunch with new friends, and get the chance to tour the campus, meet teachers, and ask questions.

Tour/Shadow Days take place from September 2024 – February 2025

Schedule a Parent/Student Interview

After you have submitted your application, you will receive an call inviting you to select a date and time for your family interview. The 45 minutes to 1 hour family interview includes the applicant as well as parent(s)/guardian(s).

Financial Aid Application

For families applying for financial aid, more information can be found on our Tuition + Financial Aid section. You may also email the Financial Aid Office for any questions about the process.

FACTS Grant and Financial Aid Deadline: February 3, 2025

Apply (Grades 6-8)

Grade 6-8 Application

Complete our application. The non-refundable application fee of $60 per student. Please submit your application early to secure an interview appointment. Application includes family application and student questionnaire; sibling application and questionnaire; school history; medical history; teacher recommendation form; student essay form; and authorization for release of student records.

Checklist: Requirements for Application for Admission

For us to consider your application, the following items must be completed and/or submitted:

  • Completed and signed application
  • $60 application fee
  • Picture of applicant
  • Copy of Birth Certificate
  • Copy of Baptismal Certificate (if applicable)
  • Authorization for Release of Student Records

Application Deadline January 26, 2025

Schedule a Tour/Shadow Day

The best way for prospective students to learn about St. Monica Academy is to be a Crusaders for the day! Students entering grades 6-8 are invited on campus for a first-hand look into a typical day at our middle school. They will attend classes with a St. Monica Academy students, eat lunch with new friends, and get the chance to tour the campus, meet teachers, and ask questions.

Tour/Shadow Days take place from September 2024 – February 2025

Schedule a Parent/Student Interview

After you have submitted your application, you will receive an call inviting you to select a date and time for your family interview. The 45 minutes to 1 hour family interview includes the applicant as well as parent(s)/guardian(s).

Interviews take place February 2025

High School Placement Test

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is required for all 9th grade applicants. St. Monica Academy will administer the test on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 8:00 AM. Applicants need not have an application on file at St. Monica Academy to take the test. If you are planning on taking the exam at a different school, please notify the admissions office.

Test Date: January 11, 2025

Register Now

Financial Aid Application

For families applying for financial aid, more information can be found on our Tuition + Financial Aid section. You may also email the Financial Aid Office for any questions about the process.

FACTS Grant and Financial Aid Deadline: February 3, 2025

Apply (Grades 9-12)

Grade 9-12 Application

Complete our application. The non-refundable application fee of $60 per student. Please submit your application early to secure an interview appointment. Application includes family application and student questionnaire; sibling application and questionnaire; school history; medical history; teacher recommendation form; and authorization for release of student records.

Checklist: Requirements for Application for Admission

For us to consider your application, the following items must be completed and/or submitted:

  • Completed and signed application
  • $60 application fee
  • Picture of applicant
  • Copy of Birth Certificate
  • Copy of Baptismal Certificate (if applicable)
  • Authorization for Release of Student Records

Application Deadline January 26, 2025

Schedule a Tour/Shadow Day

The best way for prospective students to learn about St. Monica Academy is to be a Crusaders for the day! Students entering grades 9-12 are invited on campus for a first-hand look into a typical day at our middle school. They will attend classes with a St. Monica Academy students, eat lunch with new friends, and get the chance to tour the campus, meet teachers, and ask questions

Tour/Shadow Days take place from September 2024 – February 2025

Schedule a Parent/Student Interview

After you have submitted your application, you will receive an call inviting you to select a date and time for your family interview. The 45 minutes to 1 hour family interview includes the applicant as well as parent(s)/guardian(s).

Interviews take place February 2025

High School Placement Test

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is required for all 9th grade applicants. St. Monica Academy will administer the test on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 8:00 AM. Applicants need not have an application on file at St. Monica Academy to take the test. If you are planning on taking the exam at a different school, please notify the admissions office.

Test Date: January 11, 2025

Register Now

Financial Aid Application

For families applying for financial aid, more information can be found on our Tuition + Financial Aid section. You may also email the Financial Aid Office for any questions about the process.

FACTS Grant and Financial Aid Deadline: February 3, 2025

Apply (Current SMA Grade 8 Students)

Currently Enrolled, Grade 9 Application

Complete our application. The non-refundable application fee of $60 per student. Please submit your application early to secure an interview appointment. Application includes family application and student questionnaire; sibling application and questionnaire; school history; medical history; teacher recommendation form; and authorization for release of student records.

Checklist: Requirements for Application for Admission

For us to consider your application, the following items must be completed and/or submitted:

  • Completed and signed application
  • $60 application fee
  • Picture of applicant
  • Copy of Birth Certificate
  • Copy of Baptismal Certificate (if applicable)
  • Authorization for Release of Student Records

The application due date for all grades is January 26, 2025

High School Placement Test

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is required for all 9th grade applicants. St. Monica Academy will administer the test on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 8:00 AM. Applicants need not have an application on file at St. Monica Academy to take the test. If you are planning on taking the exam at a different school, please notify the admissions office.

Test Date: January 11, 2025

Register Now

Financial Aid Application

For families applying for financial aid, more information can be found on our Tuition + Financial Aid section. You may also email the Financial Aid Office for any questions about the process.

FACTS Grant and Financial Aid Deadline: February 3, 2025