St. Joseph Academy

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About St. Joseph Academy

Tuition Assistance
We are aware of the many sacrifices that families make to send their daughters to Saint Joseph Academy, and we take great care each year to grant assistance to families in need. Accordingly, more than 65% of our students receive scholarship awards or tuition assistance. Tuition for the 2012-2013 school year is $10,600.

We work with families to make sure applying for tuition assistance and scholarships is as simple and seamless as possible. We realize that this process can be daunting and overwhelming so please feel welcome to contact us with your questions. In the meantime, we have developed a list of Frequently Asked Questions and a Summary of Tuition Assistance that was available to the Class of 2017.

Scholarships
Many scholarships are available for students attending Saint Joseph Academy. Scholarship amounts and eligibility requirements vary by scholarship and grade level. To be considered for any scholarship, you must complete the \"Saint Joseph Academy Common Scholarship Application-Class of 2017.\" All scholarship applications are due to the Main Office by December 3, 2012.

Tuition Assistance Grants
Tuition assistance grants are available to any eligible student attending Saint Joseph Academy. Application must be made each year. These grants range from $300 to $3,000. The Private School Aid Services (PSAS) Student Aid Form must be completed to be considered for tuition assistance grants. The PSAS form is due by November 21, 2012 and is submitted directly to PSAS.

Diocesan Tuition Assistance
Diocesan Tuition Assistance (DTA) Grants are awarded each year by the Diocese of Cleveland. Grants are awarded based on financial need as determined by the PSAS form. Awards are announced by the Diocese in May of each year.

Cleveland Scholarship Program
Saint Joseph Academy accepts the Cleveland Scholarship Program (CSP) voucher. The CSP is funded by the State of Ohio and is only available to Cleveland residents. The maximum scholarship amount for 2012-2013 is $5,000 and the family is responsible for paying all remaining tuition due. Students receiving the CSP voucher are eligible to apply for all other scholarship and tuition assistance grants. The application period for the 2013-2014 school year will reopen on February 1, 2013. More information is available on the Ohio Department of Education website.

For more information on these scholarships or the application process, please contact Diane Kanney, the Director of Admissions at 216.251.4868 or dkanney@sja1890.org or Moira McGreer, Vice President of Finance & Administration at 216.251.6788 x253 or mmcgreer@sja1890.org.

Give yourself plenty of time to make a well-informed decision about the school that is right for you. Start exploring your options early and visit often; making multiple visits to a school will help you get a better understanding of its students, faculty and programs. Be sure to ask a lot of questions, especially to the students and keep detailed notes about what you liked.

Find out why Saint Joseph Academy is the right choice for you! Two things that make us unique are the all-girls environment and our college block scheduling. In an all-girls school, you are encouraged to explore and develop your abilities, talents, and interests without any distractions. We guarantee a commitment to a learning environment that places girls first and foremost. Our faculty and staff have an in-depth understanding of how girls learn and succeed. This does not mean that girls cannot compete in a co-ed world or that a healthy social life is not important. It does mean that a young woman can find her own academic and personal strengths in her own way, in her own time, and in her own place. At Saint Joseph Academy, girls not only have equal opportunity, but every opportunity!

ADMISSIONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Saint Joseph Academy has an open admissions policy. Students of any race, religion, color, nationality, and ethnic origin are admitted and accorded all rights, privileges, programs, and activities through the Academy admissions policies, scholarships, athletics, and other school-administered programs.
All applicants are reviewed on past school achievement, behavioral and academic records, standardized test scores, and the applicant's desire to attend Saint Joseph Academy. Applicant's official records are reviewed and evaluated by the Academy Admissions Committee. A personal interview is required prior to acceptance. The student and her parent(s) or guardian(s) will be contacted to set up an appointment with a member of the Admissions Committee.

8th grade applicants:
Any 8th grade student that applies to Saint Joseph Academy MUST take the placement test and registration is required. Refer to Placement Testing for important information on this test.

8th Grade Applicants from Catholic Elementary Schools:
Students currently attending Catholic elementary schools follow the regular Diocesan policy:

Application forms will be distributed on January 14, 2013 by 8th grade teachers.
Those interested in Saint Joseph Academy should indicate SJA as their first choice on this form.
These forms, together with the student's records, are forwarded to the Saint Joseph Academy Admissions Office by the applicant's school.
The Academy Admissions Committee reviews all applications to decide which students meet the Academy's admissions criteria.
A letter of acceptance will be sent on February 14, 2013 in accordance with the timeline of the Office of Catholic Education.

8th Grade Applicants from Public and Private Elementary Schools:
Students from public and non-Catholic private schools are asked to contact the Admissions Director for an application and information or download an Application for Admission. Students should forward their current school records to the Saint Joseph Academy Admissions Office by using the records release form. This form should be completed and forwarded to the student\'s current school\'s principal\'s office. Following application, the student is reviewed using the same criteria as stated above. If acceptance of a particular student is in question, her elementary school may be contacted for a recommendation prior to the final decision. If a student is not accepted, she will receive a letter stating this decision and her records will be forwarded to her second choice school by February 2013.

Transfer Students
Students interested in transferring to Saint Joseph Academy should complete the Transfer Student Application and forward their school records, including standardized test scores, to the Saint Joseph Academy Admissions Office. Please use our record release form to direct your school records to our Admissions Office. This form should be completed and then forwarded to your current school\'s principal\'s office. Once these documents have been received, the Director of Admissions will contact the student to arrange an admissions interview. The student\'s application is evaluated by the Admissions Committee using the criteria as stated above. Please contact the Director of Admissions at 216.251.4868 for specific information related to credit transfers and course availability.

Other Applicants:
Students wanting to transfer to Saint Joseph Academy should review the information outlined on the tab for transfer students or contact Diane Kanney, Director of Admissions at 216.251.4868 x220, or dkanney@sja1890.org.