Parents of students interested in attending Saint Bonaventure High School in the 2022-2023 school year can apply online beginning October 1, 2022. Prospective 9th grade students who do not meet the primary admissions deadline of January 20, 2023 are welcome to apply at any time and will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis if space is available. If you would like to request an admissions packet or have any questions about the admissions process please contact Mr. Wood, Director of Admissions & Outreach at (805) 648-6836 x124. Any questions regarding the Financial Aid process contact Mr. Stephen Frantela, Tuition And Financial Aid Officer at (805) 648-6836 x104.

The Application Process requires:

1. A Completed SBHS Application

There is a $100 application fee due at the time an application is submitted to Saint Bonaventure High School. The application period for the 2023-2024 school year will open on October 1st, 2022. The application fee includes the cost of the High School Placement Test which is requried of all prospective 9th grade students. To apply online for 9th grade, click HERE. To apply for transfer into 10th, 11th or 12th grade, click HERE.

Please note: the $100 application fee is non-refundable.

2. Completion of the High School Placement Test

Saint Bonaventure High School's primary placement tests were held on Saturday, January 21 and February 4, 2023. Additional HSPT testing dates will be scheduled with individual families. Please note, the HSPT is required for all prospective 9th grade students. 

3. Student Report Card and Recommendation Forms

Parents will need to provide Saint Bonaventure High School with a copy of their student's 7th grade report card and the first semester report card/progress report from 8th grade in early January 2023. SBHS will work with parents to request recommendation forms from each student's Principal/Asst. Principal, Math teacher and English teacher.

4. Acceptance Notifications

Notifications of acceptance for applicants who met the primary admissions application deadline (January 20, 2023) will be mailed on March 4, 2023. Prospective 9th grade students who do not meet the primary admissions application deadline are welcome to apply at any time and will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis if space is available.