Application and Admissions Process
The admissions process for Bethany Christian Schools, covering kindergarten through high school, starts with families expressing interest by inquiring or scheduling a visit to learn about the school’s education and opportunities. This initial step helps families explore the programs and values of the school.
Thank you for your interest in Bethany Christian Schools! Bethany Christian Schools admits qualified students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Our goal is to make the admissions process simple and straightforward. Below are the steps in the process and links to required forms.
There’s no better way to experience Bethany than by visiting!! We offer several opportunities for your family to visit our campus, see our amazing teachers in action, experience our welcoming community, and get all your questions answered.
Step 2: Apply online
Complete an admissions application online
You will be redirected to Blackbaud, Bethany's partner for admissions, enrollment, financial aid, and billing accounts. Note that an application fee of $50 per student is required to complete the application.
Step 3: Gather your documents*
These items are necessary in order to finalize your application process. Contact your current school and request the following items be sent to Bethany's admissions office:
Requests
- Academic Transcript
- Recent Report Card (minimum of four semesters)
- Behavior Record (if applicable)
- Individualized Educational Plan (if applicable)
- Students Applying for Grades 1-4: standardized test scores (NWEA, ILEARN and IREAD-3 when available)
- Students Applying for Grades 5-9: most recent ILEARN or other standardized test scores
- Students Applying for Grades 10-11: complete high school transcript
- Academic References (teacher within the last year) for upcoming K-3 grade student OR upcoming 4-12 grade student
- Personal References (cannot be a relative) for upcoming K-3 grade student OR upcoming 4-12 grade student
*Families applying for Kindergarten should contact our admission team for an alternate list of supplemental documents. Kindergarten through Grade 3 applicants will be required to submit a birth certificate.
Submit all materials online with the button below, email [email protected], or mail
Admissions Director
Bethany Christian Schools
2904 South Main St
Goshen, IN 46526-5499
Once the admissions director has received all necessary materials, your file will be considered complete and reviewed by the Admissions Committee. This process can take several weeks.
Step 4: Apply for financial aid
Once your student has been accepted for admission, please begin the process of applying for financial aid. (There is a $45 fee to apply for financial aid.) See these pages for more information regarding financial aid: Variable Tuition at Bethany, and Indiana Choice Scholarship Income Guidelines.
When your financial package is ready, you will be contacted by our CFO. After your financial package has been finalized and accepted, you’ll sign your acceptance/enrollment documents and arrange for your first tuition payment. Click here to complete enrollment documents: Enrollment for New and Returning Students. If you have questions regarding financial aid and enrollment, please reach out to Madison.
Step 5: Celebrate!
Welcome to the Bethany community! We look forward to getting to know your family in the months and years to come.
