Admissions
How to Apply
St. John XXIII College Preparatory develops and inspires the mind, body, spirit, and imagination of students by providing a traditional Catholic education.
We educate young men and women who will be fully prepared for life's challenges and who will know and understand the teachings of the Catholic Church.
We educate young men and women who will be fully prepared for life's challenges and who will know and understand the teachings of the Catholic Church.
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1. Complete the Online Application
Freshman Applicants
The application deadline is January 16. The online application form should be submitted by this date. The supplemental documents deadline (teacher recommendation forms, transcript, standardized test scores, and ISEE scores) is January 31.
If you miss the January 16 deadline, you may still apply. Applications submitted after January 1 will be evaluated on a rolling basis if seats are still available in the incoming freshman class.
Start your application HERE for the 2024-25 school year.
Transfer Applicants
The transfer application deadline is March 27. Any transfer applications received after March 27 will be evaluated on a rolling basis if there are still seats available in the applicant's grade.
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2. Submit Supplemental Forms
TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Supporting Documents Deadline - January 31, 2023
Teacher recommendations are required for admission consideration. Print the forms and present them to your child's teacher for completion. Recommendation Forms (PDF) Download.
TRANSCRIPT RELEASE
Supporting Documents Deadline - January 31, 2023
Please print the records release form and submit it to relevant school(s) for completion. Accredited transcripts are required. Records Release Form (PDF) Download
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Supporting Documents Deadline - January 31, 2023
We offer three levels of academic support. For more information, click here.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarship Application Deadline - January 15, 2023We offer academic scholarships based on a specific criterion. These scholarships are based upon St. John XXIII receiving the following: a submitted online application, ISEE scores, transcript including first semester of current year, Teacher Recommendations, and a completed online scholarship application.
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3. Take the Entrance Exam
As part of the application process, SJ23 requires that all applicants who are applying as incoming 9th graders take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) and submit their scores to the Admissions Office. 11th or 12th grade transfer applicants should submit PSAT results rather than taking an entrance exam.Test Score Deadline - January 31, 2024
The ISEE Entrance Exam is the only exam accepted for the 2024-2025 school year. For more information, click here. -
4. Visit SJ23
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5. Apply for Financial Aid (Optional)
St. John XXIII is dedicated to offering financial aid to make tuition as affordable as possible for families committed to Catholic education.To apply for tuition assistance at St. John XXIII College Preparatory, click the "Blackbaud Financial Aid Management Picture" to be taken to the Blackbaud Financial Aid Management online application.
Entrance Exam
In order to better accommodate our applicants, St. John XXIII College Preparatory will host the ISEE test. Incoming freshmen must take the ISEE and have their scores sent to St. John XXIII College Preparatory in order to be considered for admission.
On Campus ISEE Testing Date:
ISEE Information:
Registration and additional information:
On Campus ISEE Testing Date:
TBD
ISEE Information:
Registration and additional information:
- If registering online, please click the tab labeled “Preview ISEE Testing Sites” and then follow the prompts
- Our school code is 570048
- You may also register by phone, 1.800.446.0320
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Can I take the ISEE more than once?
Students are able to take the ISEE once per "Testing Season." Below is the Testing Season breakdown by month:- Fall Season: August-November
- Winter Season: December-March
- Spring/Summer Season: April-July
SJ23 will accept multiple ISEE scores. If you choose to send multiple scores, the Admissions Committee will simply have access to each score sheet and consider all results during the review process. -
Can I take the ISEE at home rather than testing at a school?
Yes! In addition to being offered at many schools and testing centers in the area, the ISEE can now be taken from the comfort of your own home. Click here to learn about the ISEE At Home. -
Can I take the January ISEE and still meet the January 15 deadline?
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Does SJ23 offer the ISEE with accommodations for students with a diagnosed learning difference?
Yes! In addition to accepting scores for the ISEE with accommodations taken at other testing sites, SJ23 offers the ISEE with accommodations on campus. Click here to learn more about taking the ISEE with accommodations. Accommodations offered at SJ23 include extended time (50% extra time), a large print test, and the ability mark answers in the test booklet. The Extended Time exam will end around 1:30. -
Can I pre-register for the exam?
Yes, students must pre-register to take the ISEE; no walk-up testers will be accepted. Students must be registered 21 days prior to the exam date to avoid paying the late registration fee. Registration closes completely 14 days before the exam date. -
How do I send my scores to more than one high school?
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If I take the exam at SJ23, will that increase my chances of being admitted to SJ23?
No. SJ23 does not consider an applicant’s testing location during the admissions decision making process. Your test site will have no effect on your application to SJ23. You are welcome to take the entrance exam at any of the test site offering the exam. Please note, the above policy applies to SJ23 only. Each high school has its own policies regarding testing location, so you should check with each individual high school about their particular requirements. -
I am testing at another test site. How do I have my scores sent to SJ23
If registering online but not taking the exam at SJ23 please be sure to select SJ23 as a score recipient. Our school code is 570048. -
May I use a calculator?
No. Calculators are not necessary and are not allowed during the test. -
Do I need to bring my own pencil?
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If I don't know the answer to a question, should I guess?
Yes. You are awarded points only for the questions you answer correctly. No points will be deducted for wrong answers, so it is best to guess if you are not sure of the answer. -
When will I receive my test scores?
For paper ISEE testing, score reports are available online only for families who request “Expedited Scores with Online Access” and pay the additional fee. Otherwise, ERB mails a student’s score report to the address given at the time of registration. This report arrives 7-10 business days after the test administration. -
Are there study materials or sample tests available for the ISEE?
Many optional study materials are available online and in bookstores that include study tips and full sample exams. SJ23 does not endorse any particular study aid. -
I am applying as an incoming 11th or 12th grade transfer student. Do I need to take the ISEE?
No. We will utilize your standardized test scores from high school and PSAT scores instead of the ISEE.
St. John XXIII College Preparatory forms the hearts and minds of young men and women in a Christ-centered community dedicated to academic excellence, the pursuit of virtue, and service to others in the Tradition of the Catholic Church.
