Apply to SJA

We are delighted that you have chosen to apply to St. Joseph’s Academy, and we look forward to receiving your application and beginning our relationship with you and your family.

The mission of St. Joseph’s Academy is to educate young women as responsible and unifying members of the world community. In the spirit and charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph, St. Joseph’s Academy offers opportunities for faith development in the Catholic tradition, academic excellence and personal growth.

 

We encourage applications from students who will bring their academic and personal best to SJA, as well as an enthusiasm for the Academy sisterhood and community. We are committed to making each student’s experience enriching and rewarding and to helping each young woman meet and exceed her academic and personal goals. 

SUBMIT AN APPLICATION

Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now open!

BEGIN YOUR APPLICATION

The SJA Admissions Team is eager to help you learn what makes the Academy so special and to answer any questions that you may have.

Please contact Director of Admissions Meredith Smith and Assistant Director of Admissions Victoria Hudson '09 at admissions@sjabr.org or (225) 388-2243. We look forward to receiving your application and beginning our relationship with your family!

Admissions Timeline for 2025-2026 School Year

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Application for admission available online. Josephine Bahlinger Award, MOTHER ALICE AWARD and 1868 Award applications available online.

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Open House for Girls in grades 6-8 and their families. 3:30-7 p.m.

Friday, November 22, 2024

- Application form due to SJA with $65 non-refundable application fee AND Current photo.
- Josephine Bahlinger Award, Mother Alice Award AND 1868 aWARD applicationS due.

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Placement test at SJA, 8 a.m.
- students report to St. Joseph Hall by 7:45 a.m.
- Test completed by 11 a.m.

Tuesday-Thursday, December 10-12, 2024

Applicant/Parent Interviews

Monday, February 3, 2025

Admissions letters Mailed
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 Tuition Assistance Application Opens for New Students
(CLOSES on April 15)
Monday, February 17, 2025 Registration Due Through MySJA
Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Math Proficiency Testing
Foreign Language Proficiency Testing

Thursday, February 27, 2025 Science Proficiency Testing
English Proficiency Testing
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Academic Pathway Seminar
Thursday, April 10, 2025 Sticker Spectacular Event*

Monday-Thursday, July 28-31, 2025

SJA WELCOME WEEK**
(FORMERLY COMPUTER ORIENTATION)

*Attendance is mandatory for all incoming freshmen and at least one parent or guardian.
**Mandatory for all new students.

Contact Us

For questions regarding admissions at SJA or the application process, please contact our Admissions Team:
 
Meredith Smith
Admissions Director
smithm@sjabr.org
(225) 388-2243

Victoria Hudson '09
Assistant Admissions Director
hudsonv@sjabr.org
(225) 388-2209

Why SJA?

There are so many reasons why St. Joseph’s Academy is a great fit for every girl. To learn more about SJA, visit our Why SJA page.