Admissions
Application Process
Welcome from the Admissions Office at Golda Och Academy! Our Admissions team is here to help you learn more about GOA's dynamic academic programming, amazing array of opportunities awaiting your child, and warm Jewish community ready to embrace you!
Four Simple Steps
List of 4 items.
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1 - Visit our campus
Join us at one of our upcoming open houses:
October 30, 2024: Lower School (Pre-K, Kindergarten, Grade 1)
November 1, 2024: High School (Grades 9-12)
November 7, 2024: Middle School (Grades 6-8)
November 15, 2024: Lower School (Pre-K, Kindergarten, Grade 1)
Or contact us to schedule an individual tour — it's the best way to get to know GOA! -
2 - Complete the preliminary online application form
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. -
3 - Submit application components and apply for financial aid
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.
Important Information
- Pre-K candidates must reach their fourth birthday by October 1, 2025
- Kindergarten candidates must reach their fifth birthday by October 1, 2025.
- Students Applying to the Upper School (Grades 6 – 12) Can Register for the ISEE Exam here. Email mschlageter@goldaochacademy.org for the registration code.
- All candidates must be fully-immunized based on New Jersey State requirements.
- Financial aid and Tuition Max applications are due concurrent with GOA's admission application.
A Day at GOA
Admissions Timeline
December 16, 2024
Preliminary Online Application Due
Applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis
January 27, 2025
Application Components Due
Includes student visit and interview, student essay, school reports with an official transcript, ISEE test scores, and teacher recommendations
February 26, 2025
Decision Letter Release Date
Families will be notified by email with instructions on next steps
March 12, 2025
Family Decision Deadline
Families need to notify Golda Och Academy with their decision
May 18, 2025
Placement Testing
Enrolled students will be invited to take placement exams on this date
Preliminary Online Application Due
Applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis
January 27, 2025
Application Components Due
Includes student visit and interview, student essay, school reports with an official transcript, ISEE test scores, and teacher recommendations
February 26, 2025
Decision Letter Release Date
Families will be notified by email with instructions on next steps
March 12, 2025
Family Decision Deadline
Families need to notify Golda Och Academy with their decision
May 18, 2025
Placement Testing
Enrolled students will be invited to take placement exams on this date
