How to Apply

Applications for the 2024-2025 School Year are now CLOSED!

Early Admission

Please submit your application by December 1st for Early Decisions. If accepted, applicants will receive priority in reserving their seat in our class. 

Regular Admission

Step 1 - Confirm Eligibility

• Student must be rising 9th grader. If your student would like to transfer for 10th grade, please call us to see if we have available spots. We do not accept 11th and 12th grade transfers.
• All incoming 9th grade students must be 14 years old by September 1, 2024, as a requirement of the Work-Study Program. Please call the Admissions Office with any questions regarding student age requirements.
• Cristo Rey serves students from families with limited economic means. Families that earn $50,000 or more annually should contact the Admissions Office before applying to determine if they are financial eligibility. 
• *Cristo Rey requires all students to have received the COVID-19 Vaccine upon enrollment.*

Step 2 - Online Application

You will need your most recent tax information, as well as information on other forms of income, from all contributing adults in your household. Upload as many of the required documents (below) that you can. Family contribution (tuition) is based upon family income and household size so please fill in all information completely and submit your documents accordingly.

Step 3 - Submit Documents

Academic Documents:

• Last year's report card
• Most recent standardized test scores (PSSA, Terra Nova, etc.)
• Teacher Recommendation Form
• School Administrator Recommendation Form
• Request for Records Form

Financial Documents:

If you DO file taxes:

• A copy of 2022 tax return (form 1040)
• Most recent W-2s for all jobs held by contributing adults in the household
• Proof of other forms of income including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), SNAP, TANF, unemployment, child support or alimony, worker's compensation, other government assistance, etc. (if applicable)

If you DO NOT file taxes:

• Proof of other forms of income including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), SNAP, TANF, unemployment, child support or alimony, worker's compensation, other government assistance, etc. (if applicable)
• Statement of income signed by employer in an official statement or notarized document (if applicable)
• Financial assistance from family or friends in an official statement or notarized document (if applicable)

Step 4 - Family Interview

After you have submitted your application and turned in your materials, the Admissions Office will determine whether or not your student will be invited for an interview. Interviews for Round 1 will be scheduled in December or January. The Admissions Office will call you at that time to set up an appointment.

If you have any questions, please click below to email us with your question or request a call back. Thank you!Contact Admissions