How to Apply

THREE STEPS TO NOVA ADMISSIONS:

Explore:

The process starts with learning about NOVA. Familes are encouraged to view our teacher videos and see how our students, parents, and faculty talk about NOVA's core values. These will provide more detail about NOVA Middle School, our programs, and the admissions process.

Experience:

We highly encourage you to attend our Virtual Information Session and an in-person Open House. Register here. If you can't attend these events, call or email us and we'd be happy to arrange an alternative. 

Apply:

  1. Complete the online Application for Admission.
  2. Complete the online New Family Registration.
  3. Download, print, and complete the Admissions Packet. This includes documents to be completed by the parent(s), by the student, and by the student's current school and teacher. Submit completed packet, in person or by mail, with a $75 non-refundable application fee. (Click here to pay the fee online.) Your child's current school and teacher will submit their forms directly to NOVA.
  4. Schedule an admissions visit. We welcome prospective students to attend a half-day of classes on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday morning. We will arrange this visit with you once your application in received. Parents may also schedule a visit to observe classes or meet with Head of School Barbara Hutton.
  5. Contact our office to schedule a CogAt test. Admissions tests take approximately two and a half hours.

Applying for financial aid is a separate process. Please visit our Tuition and Financial Aid page for next steps. The priority deadline for 2022-23 financial aid has passed, but families can still apply. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; limited funds are available.

If you have any questions about the admissions process, don't hesitate to contact us at admissions@novaschool.org or 360.491.7097.