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Selecting a school for your child can be a daunting task. With so many options in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area, the decision may become almost overwhelming. To help you determine if Coram Deo Academy meets your expectations and is a good fit for your family, there are several opportunities to discover what makes CDA’s approach to classical Christian education unique.
Click here to view the complete schedule of Campus Visit Days and Evening Information Meetings. Attendance of one of these events and/or the CDA Preview in January is a required step for families making application to CDA for the first time. Listening to the online version of the Information Meeting will also fulfill this requirement; however, at least one parent must attend a live meeting or come for campus visitation.
Please peruse the CDA website and read the Parent-Student Manual. You will be asked if you have done so when you fill out the application.
In addition to a sampling of current CDA parents’ testimonials, you may also find it helpful to review the comments made by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Accreditation Team at their September 29 debriefing: http://coramdeoacademy.org/content/headmaster/accreditation.php.
Should you decide that you wish to make application to Coram Deo Academy, please follow these steps:
New Student Application Fee Schedule
| Grades PreK – 4 | $200, inclusive of testing |
| Grades 5 – 12 | $125, exclusive of testing; $78 is paid directly to the ERB (Educational Records Bureau) for ISEE registration. Please see testing section for further explanation. |
| Grades PreK-12 | $100 Late Application Surcharge assessed if application is completed after June 1st. |
| Grades PreK--12 | $800 New Student Enrollment Fee for the first 2 students in a family, $400 for each student thereafter. |
Click here to pay Application Fee
Click here for a print-friendly version of the Admission Process
Click here for a print-friendly version of the Admission Testing Requirements for grades PreK-4
Click here for a print-friendly verson of the Admission Testing Requirements for grades 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
Application | Testing | Acceptance and Enrollment
How do I begin?
Before you can submit a new student application, you will need to create
a CDA Account. This username and password will allow access to your account
by clicking on the Current Students
tab. Click here to apply
to Coram Deo Academy.
Is this a secure site?
Yes, the application is submitted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
Why do I need to create a family account?
You will need to create a family account to apply for admission, manage
you personal information and access your student's grades as well as documents
posted by instructors.
How do I apply for more than one child?
After you submit an application, you will be returned to your Family Summary
page where you can apply for additional students.
Must I re-enter the family information for each
child?
No, you will only be required to enter student specific information for each
application.
Can I save the application and finish at a later
time?
Yes, to complete the application, please click on the Current
Students tab and login to your Family Account by entering your username
and password. You will see a prompt to complete and submit the application.
How do I pay the application fee?
You may pay the Application Fee by a secured transaction online with a major
credit card. Credit card payments may also be phoned into the Business Office
by calling 972-691-5648, ext 301 during business hours. Application Fees paid
by check (made payable to CDA) must be mailed or hand delivered to the campus
to which you are applying within one week of submitting the online application.
Please clearly indicate your child's name, grade level, and intended campus
on all correspondence.
How will I know if my child's application has
gone through okay?
You will be redirected to a page with a description of the next steps including
a list of supporting documents needed to complete the application. The CDA server
will send an immediate confirmation email and the admission staff will send
an additional email confirmation generally within 24-48 hours. Should you receive
any error messages when you submit the application, please go back and fill
in the missing fields before re-submitting.
What other documents are needed to complete the application?
All candidates (regardless of grade level) must submit
Additionally, candidates for grades 1 – 4 must supply
Candidates for grades 5 – 8 must also provide
Candidates for grades 9 – 12 must also submit
Where do I send these documents?
Documents need to complete an application should be mailed or hand delivered
to the campus to which you applied.
Still have an unanswered question? Please contact the campus to which you are applying.
Admissions Testing
Students entering PreK and Kindergarten
Click here for a print-friendly summary of PreK through 4th grade testing.
Testing for PreK students will be conducted during the second semester of the PreK academic year to ensure readiness for entrance into Kindergarten the following year. The cost of this test is included in your application fee for the PreK Program; however, the actual assessment will be deferred until a more developmentally appropriate age.
How is testing Kindergarten scheduled?
Upon receipt of your child's online application, the admission coordinator will
contact you by phone or email to schedule testing.
Can the $200 application fee be paid on the
test day?
No, the non-refundable application fee should be received before testing is
scheduled. You may pay by credit card online when submitting the online application
or you may pay by check (made payable to Coram Deo Academy). Credit card payments
may also be phoned into the Business Office by calling 972-691-5648, ext 301
during business hours. If paying by check, please mail or hand deliver your
payment prior to the test day to the appropriate campus. Clearly indicate applicant's
name, grade level and campus on all correspondence.
What, where and when is testing offered to Kindergarten
candidates?
An early-education specialist administers the Missouri Kindergarten Inventory
of Developmental Skills in a one-on-one session. No special preparation is necessary;
this developmental readiness assessment is given in a caring and non-threatening
manner on the campus to which the family is applying. Generally, Kindergarten
testing is scheduled on Fridays from January to May; however, additional
days may be offered according to your campus' schedule.
How long will the test session last?
Although we allow an hour for each appointment, the testing usually is completed
in about 45 minutes.
Should a parent stay on campus during the test
session?
Yes, due to the brevity of the session and the young age of the applicants,
we ask that a parent (or grandparent/close friend) remain on campus during the
test. You will accompany your child into the testing room, meet the proctor,
and then be dismissed to fill out a brief questionnaire in another room. Although
you may not remain with your child during the session, some children find it
comforting to know that you are nearby.
What does my child need to bring?
Nothing. The test administrator will provide all that is needed.
What should my child wear?
Students may dress casually but are asked not to wear jeans. They may want to
bring a sweater/sweatshirt in case the testing room is chilly.
Can supporting documents be turned in on the
test day?
Yes, supporting documents for Kindergarten applicants may be delivered to the
office staff or turned in to the proctor at the test session. Please clearly
indicate your child's name, grade level and campus on all correspondence. It
is preferable to turn in altogether if possible. The admissions coordinator
will also confirm your family interview time or set one if not previously scheduled.
N.B., a complete file is required prior to the family interview.
When we will get the test results?
The School Director will review the test results during the admission interview
and provide a copy for you to keep. Both parents of new families
must accompany the applicant to the interview which lasts approximately
30 minutes. Current CDA families applying for a younger sibling need only 1
parent in attendance; however, both are most welcome to come if desired.
Students entering grades 1-4
How is testing scheduled?
Upon receipt of your child's online application, the Admission Coordinator will
contact you by phone or email to schedule testing.
Can the $200 application fee be paid on the
test day?
No, the non-refundable application fee should be received before testing is
scheduled. You may pay by credit card online when submitting the online application
or you may pay by check (made payable to CDA). Credit card payments may also
be phoned into the Business Office by calling 972-691-5648, ext 301 during business
hours. If paying by check, please mail or hand deliver your payment prior to
the test day to the appropriate campus. Clearly indicate applicant's name, grade
level and campus on all correspondence.
What, where and when is testing offered?
The language arts and math portions of the Stanford Achievement Test are administered
to applicants for grades 1-4. Students test on the campus to which they are
applying. Testing is usually offered throughout the spring beginning in mid-January.
How long will the test session last?
Most sessions run about 2 hours. There is some variance according to grade level
and the number of students testing. The proctor will let you know on the day
of testing when you should expect your child to be finished.
Should a parent stay on campus during the test
session?
No, it is not necessary for a parent to remain on campus.
What does my child need to bring?
Students should bring a few pencils and a sweater in case the testing room is
cool.
What should my child wear?
Students may dress casually but are asked not to wear jeans.
Can supporting documents be turned in on the
test day?
Yes, supporting documents for applicants to grades 1-4 may be delivered to the
office staff or turned in to the proctor at the test session. Please clearly
indicate your child's name, grade level and campus on all correspondence. The
Admission Coordinator will also confirm your family interview time or set one
if not previously scheduled. N.B., a complete file is required prior to the
family interview.
When we will get the test results?
The School Director will review the test results during the admission interview
and provide a copy for you to keep. Both parents of new families
must accompany the applicant to the interview which lasts approximately
30 minutes. Current CDA families applying for another sibling need only 1 parent
in attendance; however, both are most welcome to come if desired.
Click here to
view the FAQ for testing for students entering grades 5-12
Still
have an unanswered question? Please contact the campus to which you are applying.
Acceptance and Enrollment Steps
What action must we take upon receipt of the
acceptance packet?
You must return the signed enrollment covenant and select a payment plan. If
paying in monthly installments, sign up with FACTS. Thereafter you can enroll
in electives and sports.
How much is the New Student Fee?
There is a one-time fee of $800 for the first 2 students in a family, $400 for
each student thereafter.
How soon must we return the Enrollment Covenant
and New Student Fee?
You must return them within 5 business days to retain your spot in the class.
When is tuition due and what are our payment
options?
All tuition accounts are processed by FACTS Tuition Management. Families have the option of paying tuition in full by March 5 or paying 50% by March 5 with the balance due July 5. Families may also elect to pay tuition in 12 equal installments (March 5 to February 5). A $50 processing fee is assessed for all accounts using the installment plan.
Is there a sibling discount?
No, there is not at this time.
What kind of scholarships and/or financial aid
is available?
For currently enrolled students there is tuition assistance available based
on financial need. Click
here for more information.
If paying by check, how should the check be
made out?
Checks should be made out to Coram Deo Academy with the students name, grade,
and campus in the register.
How do we register for Friday electives and sports?
Once you have been accepted you will be able to enroll in electives and sports
online.
Can our FACTS account be adjusted to include
Friday electives/sports?
Yes, your FACTS account will be automatically adjusted if you are currently
enrolled in FACTS.
Are there extra lab/supply/book fees?
Yes, a $100 fee is assesed for classroom distributed items. Parents are responsible for purchasing the majority of books according to the posted book list. Click here for booklist.
If my child registers for a Friday elective
and the class is cancelled, will our account be adjusted?
You may apply credit to another class or we will issue you a credit or refund if a class is cancelled.
What is the school's withdrawal policy?
Coram Deo Academy makes contractual commitments to faculty and staff based upon enrollment. This annual obligation must be met even if a student withdraws from a class. Therefore, all tuition and fees are still due in full once a student has filed an Enrollment Covenant (either paper or electronic copy). Click here for detailed explanation of withdrawal policy.
Still
have an unanswered question? Please contact the campus to which you are applying
.