Students are eligible for the ninth grade provided they have successfully completed elementary and junior high school requirements and have demonstrated the ability to be successful in high school. An incoming ninth grader must take the High School Placement Test (HSPT), have the recommendation of his/her Principal, eighth grade teachers and provide SBHS with a copy of their transcript from 7th and 8th grade. Admission is determined by 7th & 8th grade report cards, placement test results and recommendation from his/her current junior high school. If need be, an interview will be scheduled to determine admission. Note: Placement into freshman advanced courses is determined by the placement test scores and/or a subject readiness test, scheduled on an alternate date. 

Students who apply for admission into grades 10, 11 or 12 are required to present an official transcript and attendance records from the high school previously attended and have a personal interview with Saint Bonaventure Administration. Admission is determined by transcripts of good academic standing, the parent/student interview, the student's desire to attend and space availability. For prospective transfer students, please click HERE.

• The application period for the 2023-2024 school year will open on October 1, 2022
• CEF 1 (California Education Fund) ADLA Financial Aid is open from October 1, 2022-January 15, 2023
• CEF 2 (California Education Fund) ADLA-Shea Foundation Financial Aid is open from January 2023- January 2024
• If you have any questions regrading financial aid, contact our Tuition Manager and Financial Aid office, Stephen Frantela, 805-648-6836 x104, sfrantela@sbhsvta.org 
• If you are an international student, please contact Mr. Herrera at mherrera@sbhsvta.org

As a Catholic school not supported by state funds, Saint Bonaventure High School is a tuition-based school relying on tuition and fees to support its yearly operating budget. With the cost of educating a student roughly $1,300 more than our current tuition, Saint Bonaventure relies on parent support and volunteerism to help offset the difference. There is no mandatory fundraising requirement, however families are required to provide 25 hours of service per year.

What is the tuition at SBHS?
Tuition for the 2023-2024 school year is $10,900 per student. Monthly payments based on an 11 month payment schedule equal $990.91 per month. The annual cost of tuition does increase approx. 2-3% each year.
How are tuition payments handled?
Saint Bonaventure uses a tuition management company (FACTS Tuition Management) to handle all tuition payments. Ordinarily payments are made on an 11 month schedule starting in July prior to the start of the upcoming school year.
What other fees or costs can we expect to pay? 

• There is a non-refundable admissions application fee of $100.00 for all prospective students (new incoming 9th and transfer).
• All students are required to have an iPad device for school. Specific iPad requirements can be located on our school website.
• Families are required to purchase digital textbooks for their child. The approximate total cost for books ranges from $225-$275.
• The registration fee for all students that have received an admissions acceptance is $600 which will be due at the time of registration (this fee is non-refundable) to secure their spot.
• There is a $100.00 yearbook fee (purchasing the yearbook is optional).
• Each sports team has a “Spirit Pack Fee” ranging from $50.00 to $500.00.
• Uniform polo shirts are approximately $20 each and sweatshirts approximately $35 each. Pants/ slacks and shorts may be purchased through Dennis Uniform Co. or one of the local chain stores. Polo shirts and sweatshirts may also be purchased through Proforma. Items sold by Proforma can be viewed by visiting the online store via the school website.

If you have any questions regrading financial aid, contact our Tuition Manager and Financial Aid office, Stephen Frantela, 805-648-6836 x104, sfrantela@sbhsvta.org 

If you are an international student, please contact Mr. Herrera at mherrera@sbhsvta.org

Download Important Admissions Information By Clicking Below

• Admissions Timeline & Important Dates for 2022-2023 (PDF)

• Frequently Asked Questions about SBHS for 2022-2023 (PDF)

• Saint Bonaventure High School Profile for 2022-2023 (PDF)