Admissions
Application Process
Four Simple Steps
List of 4 items.
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1 - Complete the preliminary Online Application
Our application is available exclusively online, and we are here to assist you in the admissions process from your first visit through the submission of the application. If you need assistance with the application fee ($125) please contact us. -
2 - Visit our campus
Please contact us to schedule an individual tour - it's the best way to get to know GOA! -
3 - Submit application components
Requirements vary by grade and may include prior school records, assessments, letters of recommendation, and a graded writing sample. -
4 - Admissions decisions and enrollment
Once an admissions file is complete, it is reviewed by our Admissions Committee. Depending on your application (priority consideration, general admission) GOA will begin notifying families starting in mid-January and ending in mid-March. We look forward to getting to know you, working with you throughout the process, and helping you make the decision that is best for your family.
Admissions Timeline
December 16, 2022
Preliminary Online Application Due
Applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis
January 23, 2023
Application Components Due
Includes student visit and interview, student essay, school reports with an official transcript, ISEE test scores, and teacher recommendations
February 22, 2023
Decision Letter Release Date
Families will be notified by email with instructions on next steps
March 8, 2023
Family Decision Deadline
Families need to notify Golda Och Academy with their decision
April 30, 2023
Placement Testing
Enrolled students will be invited to take placement exams on this date
September 6, 2023
First Day of School
Preliminary Online Application Due
Applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis
January 23, 2023
Application Components Due
Includes student visit and interview, student essay, school reports with an official transcript, ISEE test scores, and teacher recommendations
February 22, 2023
Decision Letter Release Date
Families will be notified by email with instructions on next steps
March 8, 2023
Family Decision Deadline
Families need to notify Golda Och Academy with their decision
April 30, 2023
Placement Testing
Enrolled students will be invited to take placement exams on this date
September 6, 2023
First Day of School
Helpful Tips
Pre-K candidates must reach their fourth birthday by October 1, 2023
Kindergarten candidates must reach their fifth birthday by October 1, 2023.
Students Applying to the Upper School (Grades 6 – 12) Can Register for the ISEE Exam here.
All candidates must be fully-immunized based on New Jersey State requirements.
Kindergarten candidates must reach their fifth birthday by October 1, 2023.
Students Applying to the Upper School (Grades 6 – 12) Can Register for the ISEE Exam here.
All candidates must be fully-immunized based on New Jersey State requirements.
