If you're looking for a unique middle school experience in Olympia, WA, you're in the right place!
We have outlined the application steps below to give you an idea of what to expect throughout the process. We're as excited as you about beginning this process. If you have any questions along the way, let us know and we'll help out any way we can.
What to Expect When You Apply
Complete an Admissions Application
The Application for Admissions for the 2023-24 school year is NOW OPEN! Deadline to apply is February 28th.
Please note: The 2023-24 application for admissions does include a number of important things. You will need the email of current teacher(s) to send the teacher recommendation form. We will also need the current school's office email and fax number to request records. Additionally, the application will need to hand write a one-page answer to a question that will need to be scanned (or photographed) and uploaded to the application before it can be submitted.
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*We are still accepting applications for admissions to the current 2022-23 school year. Please contact the Admissions Director for the 2022-2023 Application for Admissions.
Pay the Application Fee
When you submit your application, you will be required to pay the non-refundable application fee of $100.
We will not consider any applications until the application fee has been submitted.
Schedule a Visit
We welcome prospective students to attend a half-day of classes on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday morning from 8:30am to 12:30pm. The 2023-2024 Application for Admissions will ask you for possible dates for the visit. If you would like to schedule a visit before completing the application, please contact the Admissions Director. Parents may also schedule a visit to tour the school or meet with Head of School Tiffany Price.
Take an Admissions Test
All NOVA candidates are asked to take a Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) to measure learned reasoning and problem-solving skills in three different areas: verbal, quantitative, and nonverbal. The test takes approximately 2.5 hours to complete and is conducted virtually from your home computer unless other arrangements are made.
Please note, testing dates for admission for the 2023-24 school year are January 25, February 1, 11, and 23.
The 2023-2024 Application for Admissions will ask you to select one of these dates for testing. If you are not able to make any of the dates work with your schedule, please email the Admissions Director.
Need help with your application?
NOVA Staff is here to answer your questions and to guide you through the admissions process. Please call our office or send us a message and we'll answer any questions you may have.
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