Admissions Process

Thank you for your interest in Maranatha Christian Schools (MCS). We hope you find the following information helpful with the application process. Please call the Admissions office if you have any questions regarding the admissions procedure.

Non-Descrimination Policy

Maranatha Christian Schools admits male and female 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 sex, race, and color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies or other school-administered programs.

APPLICATION

Applications (one per child) are accepted according to the registration dates on the Admissions Calendar. Students entering Kindergarten must be five (5) on or before September 1st. Students may be admitted during the school year if openings are available. Please refer to the Tuition and Fee Schedule for a list of current costs. Class placement is pending available space and is not confirmed until an applicant completes the following admission procedures.

Parents and/or Guardians must provide:

• Application Fee of $125 (non-refundable)
• Transcript/Report Card - two years of applicant's report cards or high school transcript
• Copy of IEP or 504 plan (when applicable)
• Standardized Test Results - please submit copies of standardized testing scores (SAT/STAR/CAT/IOWA) for the past two years with the application

Additional Requirements for 6th – 12th grade applicants:

• Two (2) Academic References - from current English and Mathematics teacher mailed directly to Admissions.
• Pastoral Reference - from a pastor, coach or other adult who knows the student well
• Student Questionnaire/Testimony - students are asked to complete the included questionnaire and provide a hand written testimony on a separate page
• Parent/Student Handbook Agreement – review the online MCS handbook and submit a completed signature page signed by the parent/guardian and student (page 22 of handbook).
• Financial Clearance - if transferring from a private school, a letter on school letterhead stating that all financial obligations are cleared.

Important Note: It is the responsibility of the parents to follow up on the Pastoral and Academic references. We are unable to proceed with the application process until all documents are provided.

TESTING

All applicants for Kindergarten through twelfth grades are required to take an entrance assessment. Grades K – 5 will pay the school office at the time of application and the testing fee is $80.00 (non-refundable). Grades 6 -12 will make payment to Educational Records Bureau (ERB). ERB’s testing fee is $95.00. Testing dates are listed on the Admission’s Calendar.

PERSONAL INTERVIEW

Applicants for 1st - 12th grade and a parent/guardian will have a personal interview with the principal. After the application is complete, the Admission's Office will contact each family to schedule an interview. Kindergarten applicants are not required to have a family interview.

ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT

The applicant’s file is reviewed by the Admissions Committee and all discussions regarding applications are held in strict confidence. After notification of acceptance, parents and or guardians will be asked to complete the following.

• Registration Packet and registration fee of $350 (non-refundable)

Important Notes:

• Final tuition schedules for 2012 – 2013 school year will be available January 31, 2012
• Student applications, beyond the number we are able to accept, will be placed on a wait list
• Applicants will be notified in March of their status
  
  

Financial Aid

Financial aid for families is based upon funds available. Prospective students must be accepted before a family is eligible to apply for financial aid. Funds awarded are based upon an independent assessment by FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment Tuition Company and our Development Office. The maximum amount awarded is 50%. Please check with our Development Office for available funds. A financial aid packet is available in the Admission’s Office or you may apply online at www.factstuitionaid.com or by clicking the link at the right.