Applying to Nativity

Incoming Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors are invited to apply to join Nativity for the 2025-2026 academic year through the following steps:

Application

Complete the online application by December 8th, 2024.
Applications will be accepted after
this date with a $25 fee.

The application cannot be saved in progress. Download the application questions here to prepare your answers in advance.

Test Scores

We accept 7th & 8th grade STAR test scores, the Classical Learning Test, or the HSPT, administered at Nativity on December 7th, 2024.

The HSPT may be taken at any school that offers the test. Students who test at another school can have their scores sent to Nativity.

Interview

Attend an in-person interview at Nativity with at least one parent or guardian. Your application must be received prior to your interview date.

Interviews are offered on weekdays November through February. Additional information will be shared after scheduling.

Additional Information

  • Test Policy: Nativity has three options for submitting standardized test scores: STAR Test Scores from 7th & 8th grade, the Classical Learning Test, or the High School Placement Test (HSPT).

  • Merit Scholarship: Nativity awards two full scholarships to exceptional students. To be eligible for consideration, students must take the HSPT on December 7th. You may register for the HSPT here.

  • Transcripts: After you complete your application, Nativity will request your transcript and school recommendation from your school.

  • Recommendations: Nativity requires one academic recommendation from a teacher, principal, or counselor. Nativity also encourages an second recommendation from a pastor, priest or other member of church leadership from their faith community. Students will provide the email addresses for these recommenders on their application and Nativity will contact the recommenders by email to complete the recommendation. Students should let their recommenders know they are requesting them to a recommender before completing the application form.

  • Financial Aid: Nativity provides financial assistance to income-qualified families. Please complete the financial aid application to be considered.

  • Application Fee: There is no application fee for applications received by December 8, 2024. Applications after this date are charged a $25 fee.

Admission Timeline

August 1, 2024 | Application for admission opens

September 1, 2024 | Registration for Dromedary Day (student shadow day) opens

October 20, 2024 | November 10, 2024 | December 7, 2024 | Open House RSVP

November 1, 2024 | Financial Aid and Scholarship Applications open

November 8, 2024 | Dromedary Day SIGN UP.
Students are invited to experience Nativity through a shadow day from 9am-1:30pm.

December 7, 2024 | HSPT (required for scholarship applications) REGISTER

December 8, 2024 | Priority Application Deadline
Applications may be submitted after this date for a $25 processing fee.

February 1, 2025 | Financial Aid Application & Scholarship Application Deadline
Financial aid applications will be accepted after this deadline, funds permitting.

March 14, 2025 | Admission Decisions Released

March 21, 2025 | Enrollment Deposits ($500) Due