Admissions
Apply to Ave Maria Academy
Steps for Admission
Our admissions process is designed to gain an accurate assessment of each child’s academic standing upon entering Ave Maria Academy so we can best prepare for his/her success. Application deadlines are explained below. Ave Maria Academy’s application process includes the following steps:
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1. Complete the Application.
Click the Apply to Ave Maria Academy button to complete the online application and pay the $100 non-refundable application fee in TADS. -
2. Send in the Request for Transcript Form.
For students applying for grades 1-8 only: Please upload the Transcript Request Form in TADS with your application or submit directly to Ave Maria Academy. This is not necessary for pre-k and kindergarten applicants. -
3. Assessment Testing.
Your child will take an assessment test designed to analyze his or her academic skills and help to ensure correct grade placement. You will be contacted regarding the scheduling of the test. -
4. Personal Interview.
Once the application and all records have been received, you will be contacted to participate in an interview with the principal. -
5. Notification of Acceptance.
Following the interview, you will be notified by email of your child’s acceptance status to Ave Maria Academy. If accepted, you will receive all necessary information to complete your child’s file and prepare for the academic school year.
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Early Application Deadline - February 15, 2023
Why apply early?- Ability to apply for Financial Aid
- Financial Aid applications are due March 10, 2023
- Choice of Assessment Days for Pre-K3, Pre-K4, and Kindergarten applicants:
- Saturday, March 4 - Saturday, April 29 - Wednesday, June 21
- Complete admissions process and secure enrollment before classes fill
- Ability to apply for Financial Aid
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Priority Application Deadline - April 15, 2023
- Most applications are received by this date
- May apply for Financial Aid, but resources may be limited
- Choice of Assessment Days for Pre-K3, Pre-K4, and Kindergarten applicants:
- Saturday, April 29 - Wednesday, June 21
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Rolling Admissions
- After April 15th, applications are accepted and reviewed as they are received
- Parents will be contacted to schedule the next available assessment day
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Last Day to Apply - July 15, 2023
- July 15, 2023 is the application deadline for the 2023-24 school year
- Applications are not accepted after this date
Ave Maria Academy
Deeply Committed. More Than A School.
Ave Maria Academy is a private, Catholic school for students in pre-kindergarten (3 & 4 year olds) through grade 8, located in Maple Grove, MN. We form young minds, hearts, and souls through a commitment to clear thinking, academic achievement, character formation, prayer, and service.
