Application & Transfer Process
Thank you for your interest in St. Joseph’s Academy.
St. Joseph's Academy recognizes that students are not defined by one area alone. The Admissions Council uses a holistic approach that considers the student's classroom performance in 7th and 8th grades, standardized test scores, and their activities and involvement. The application process typically begins after the student completes her Shadow Visit. Shadowing for 8th graders will begin in the fall - please check back for registration information.
If you would like to receive information about how to apply, please contact Kara Kelpe, Director of Enrollment Management, at (314) 394-4321 or kkelpe@sja1840.org.
Application Checklist
SHADOW VISIT
Prospective families are invited to visit us during a typical school day, as well as experience community events such as High School Nights and our annual Open House. The shadowing program is a unique opportunity for prospective students to experience a typical school day as a St. Joe Angel and hear from current St. Joe students.
Shadow Visit - Frequently Asked Questions
Application
Applications for the Class of 2029 are now closed.
ACADEMIC Transcript
Each applicant must provide a full academic transcript to St. Joseph's Academy. The Transcript Request Form can be found on your checklist in the online portal or in the Transfer Students section of this page.
Student Questionnaire
Applicants will be asked to complete a four-question Student Questionnaire found on the Admissions Checklist in the SJA Parent Portal. Detailed instructions for submission are available in the online portal.
Family INTERVIEW
After applicants have completed the above steps in their checklist, a family meeting with an SJA administrator will be scheduled. The applicant and at least one parent/guardian must attend. The scheduling calendar will be available in November and can be accessed via the checklist in the SJA Parent Portal.
Once these steps have been completed, your daughter can be considered for admission.
Families are traditionally notified of acceptance on Acceptance Day at the end of January.
transfer students
Transfer students looking for more information about St. Joseph's Academy or for a tour, please contact Kara Kelpe, Director of Enrollment Management, by phone at (314) 394-4321, or by email at kkelpe@sja1840.org.
FINANCIAL AID
As a faith-based community, we are committed to ensuring that every qualified young woman has an opportunity for a St. Joseph’s Academy education. Our financial aid awards are based on financial need, taking into account assets, liabilities, income, expenses, and the number of students attending fee-based schools. FACTS online application period will open in the fall of 2024, and the deadline for FACTS application submission will be in January 2025.