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Admissions Process

Everything you need to complete your application is outlined below, including optional steps for financial aid and applying to our Magnet and Humanities programs.

Applications for the Class of 2031 will open on September 1, 2026.

The application process was made particularly easy thanks to the Admissions team. They were always so helpful any time I called or emailed them with questions!

-  Nicole N., Parent

Required Steps

COMPLETE THE ONLINE INQUIRY FORM

Join our mailing list and receive all admissions information and updates. Sign-ups for admissions events (Shadow Days, Open House, etc.) are also via the inquiry form.

SUBMIT ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

When applications open, please create an account in our Admissions Portal, which is where you will complete your application and track its status. The fee to apply is $75.

REQUEST AND UPLOAD DOCUMENTS

Parents will be prompted to upload student documents along with their application:

TRANSCRIPTS: Request from your current school’s registrar via email - transcripts must include all middle school grades up through the first grading term of 8th grade. Upload the unofficial PDF copy under "Supplemental Documents."

STANDARDIZED TEST RESULTS: During the application process, you will be prompted to upload your student's most recent standardized test scores (for example, STAR, IOWA, MAP, etc.) - please upload in PDF format. Contact your current school for your student's test records.

Things You Will Need:
  • Registrar Email Address
  • PDF of Middle School Transcripts
  • PDF of Standardized Test Scores

REQUEST RECOMMENDATIONS

The application will also ask you for letters of recommendation. Please send requests to your student's recommenders via the Admissions Portal. JSerra requires the following recommendations

  • Math Teacher
  • English Teacher
  • Administrator (Principal/Dean/Counselor)

Optional recommendation:

  • Pastor/Faith Leader
Things You Will Need:
  • Email address for your Math Teacher
  • Email address for your English Teacher
  • Email address for an Administrator
  • Email address for your Pastor/Faith Leader (Optional)


     

TAKE THE HSPT (HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST)

REQUIRED: All incoming 9th grade applicants are to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT) as part of the application process. The HSPT serves as the primary tool for course placement.

TO REGISTER: Applicants must submit an application first, prior to registering for the HSPT. Registration for the HSPT and for the Mock HSPT is through the Admissions Portal.

PREPARING: JSerra applicants can also sign up for our Mock HSPT via the Admissions Portal, which provides them with a chance to practice the test.

ACCOMODATIONS: If your student requires testing accomodations, please visit our Learning and Academic Support page for more information about applying to our program.

TAKING THE HSPT: JSerra offers HSPT testing with limited capacity. Once you have completed your online application, you can sign up for a test date via the Admissions Portal. If you plan to take the HSPT at an alternative location, please be sure to inform our Admissions Team and request that results be shared with JSerra.

 

GO TO ADMISSIONS PORTAL

Optional Steps

APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID

Financial aid applications are processed online through FACTS. If you would like to apply for aid, CLICK HERE to complete the online application.

  • The FACTS early application deadline is typically November 1.
  • The regular application deadline is February 1. 

For more information on grants, visit our Tuition and Grants page.

Things You Will Need:

  • 2025 Tax Returns and 2025 W-2s

APPLY FOR MAGNET OR HUMANITIES PROGRAMS

If your student is interested in applying for a Magnet Program or for the Humanities Program, please click on the appropriate link(s) below for program details and to complete the online application form.

Be sure to note of the deadlines for each application:

Program Application Deadline Typical Decision Date
Business Magnet November 1* November 21
Engineering Magnet November 1* November 21
Law Magnet November 1* November 21
Medical Magnet To be announced To be announced
Humanities Program March 25 May 1

*Early application deadline 

Admissions Frequently Asked Questions

Beginning your JSerra journey starts with asking the right questions.
Explore answers to our most frequently asked admissions questions below. If you'd like to speak with someone directly, our welcoming Admissions team would be delighted to assist you.