When you apply to Portsmouth Christian Academy, you can expect an admissions process designed to help us get to know the prospective student.

You can also expect that while we may look at test scores and report cards, we look beyond a student’s past performance. We look into their academic promise (what we think they will be able to achieve given the right learning skills, strategies, and learning environment). In order for us to do this, you will need to follow a set process that will lead to our admission decision.

The admissions process ideally begins in the fall of the academic year prior to desired matriculation.  Students have an increased likelihood of being awarded a seat when the process is started early. However, we do have some seats available throughout the academic year for transfer students.  Application packages must be completed by January 31 for an early enrollment decision. Applications received after this date are accepted and evaluated on a rolling basis and seats are offered as they are available.

Admission to PCA is a four-step process.

1. We formally begin the admissions process when we receive the complete application package.  This includes the application itself, all the relevant documents on the checklist, and the application fee.
   
   
2.  A student interview with an administrator and a parent interview with the appropriate Principal are scheduled in order to learn more about prospective students.
   
   
3. Complete application packages are reviewed by the Admissions Committee.  The materials submitted will indicate the student’s abilities and capabilities.  We admit those students that we are confident will benefit from what Portsmouth Christian Academy has to offer.  For the Upper School (grades 9-12), we are especially interested in the prospective student’s motivation and desire to commit to a rigorous college preparatory program. 
   
   
4. Once we’ve had the opportunity to review all relevant information, the Admissions Committee offers enrollment to qualified students. Families are notified of the committee’s decision by a letter sent to the home address.  A letter is sent both when an acceptance decision has been made or if the applicant does not meet the admission requirements and is denied admission.