Parents interested in enrolling their students at Saint Bonaventure High School for the 2023-2024 school year can initiate the application process online starting from October 1, 2023. If prospective 9th grade students miss the primary admissions deadline of January 10, 2024, they can still apply at any point and will be evaluated based on availability in a first-come, first-served manner.

For those seeking more information about the admissions process or wishing to receive an admissions packet, please feel free to contact Mr. Wood, the Director of Admissions & Outreach, at (805) 648-6836 x124. Any inquiries regarding the Financial Aid process should be directed to Mr. Stephen Frantela, the 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 2024-2025 school year will open on October 1st, 2023. 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 20 and January 27, 2024. 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 2024. 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 10, 2024) will be mailed on March 4, 2024. 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.