Admissions process
It starts with your student. Four steps, from a first conversation to the first day of school.
01Imagine
Picture what's possible.
Your kid finishing school knowing who they are, proud of what they've made and ready for whatever comes next.
02Talk with us
Start with a conversation.
Spend 45 minutes with our Admissions team. We'll listen first, answer your questions, talk openly about tuition and help you find the right fit.
03Visit
See a real Sora day.
Your student can join a visit day and experience Sora for themselves. We share dates and registration after your conversation.
04Apply
Apply online when you're ready.
Admissions are rolling, and new students start three times a year: Fall, Winter and Spring.
Applications reopen in October
The application
What the application includes.
Seven required parts and two optional ones.
- Application fee$50, credited to tuition if admitted
- Parent or guardian applicationBackground and family details
- Student applicationAcademic background, interests and critical thinking
- Academic recordsUnofficial records from the last 1–2 years
- Teacher evaluationSocial, emotional and character assessment
- Parent meeting45 minutes on Zoom
- Student interview30 minutes on Zoom with the admissions team
- Supplements OptionalRecommendations, portfolios, writing samples, SSAT and more
- Flexible Tuition OptionalNeed-based tuition assistance application
What types of families is Sora made for?
Sora serves a diverse range of students and families. From 🇺🇸 military families and 🌎 families living abroad, to 🎾 student athletes and 🎭 performing artists, to 🏠 homeschooling families looking for more structure, we’re here to support your journey.
Meet our Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
Hi, I'm Lexa! With over a decade of experience in admissions and enrollment, I joined Sora Schools because I believe every student deserves a learning environment where they can thrive. Throughout my career, I've helped hundreds of families find schools that align with their children's unique strengths, interests, and goals. I'm passionate about building meaningful relationships with families, making the admissions process transparent and supportive, and helping students discover an educational experience that fosters curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Lexa
Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
[email protected]
Have more questions?
Book a 45-minute call with one of our admissions team members. They can tell you more about our tuition and affordability options, and help you with our application process.
Admissions Process
Considering Sora? Let’s walk you through the process!
1. Imagine what's possible
Picture your kid finishing school knowing who they are, proud of what they've made, and ready for whatever comes next. At Sora, every student is known, makes things that matter, and builds human skills for life.
2. Schedule an Intro Call
Connect with a member of our Admissions Team. During this 45 min call, we'll answer quick questions about Sora and share an overview of the next steps.
3. Join student visit day events
We love it when prospective students experience Sora for themselves! Details and registration information for all of Sora’s visit day events are available to families after the Intro Call.
4. Complete an online application
The final step is to apply online. We have a rolling admissions process and enroll new students three times a year, in the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Our application requirements include:
- Application Fee - Sora Schools requires a $50 application fee. If your student is offered admission and enrolls, the application fee will be applied to your tuition.
- Admissions Application (Parent/Guardian Portion) - Background information and family details.
- Admissions Application (Student Portion) - The student provides insight into their academic background, interests, and critical thinking skills.
- Academic Records - Upload student's unofficial academic records from the last 1-2 years.
- Teacher Evaluation - This evaluation should be completed by an academic teacher who can evaluate the student's social, emotional, personal, and character attributes.
- Additional Supplements (optional) - These may include letters of recommendation, portfolio work, writing samples, and/or individualized learning plans. We also accept the SSAT and/or Character Skills Snapshot.
- Parent Meeting - 45-minute Zoom meeting to understand your student’s unique strengths and goals and explore how Sora’s program can best support their learning journey.
- Student Interview - 30-minute Zoom interview with a member of the Admissions Team.
- Flexible Tuition Application (optional) - Flexible tuition is our need-based tuition assistance program. If you're interested in flexible tuition, you can apply for a grant during the general application process.
Applications will reopen in October for our mid-year and Fall start dates. In the meantime, submit our interest form to receive updates and be notified when applications open.