Q: How does credit transfer in or out of Sora?

Incoming: Students will be awarded transfer credit for any high school level work completed prior to joining Sora.

Question 1

Are there application deadlines?

Accepted Answer

Admission for Fall 2024 closes on July 26 and spaces are filling up fast. We review applications in the order we receive them, and the admissions committee accepts successful applicants based on this order.

Question 2

Does Sora accept 11th and 12th graders?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes 11th. Never 12th.

Question 3

Does Sora accept international students?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we currently have international families enrolled from North, Central, and South American countries.

Question 4

Does Sora offer dual enrollment?

Accepted Answer

Sora is a full-time school program. However, many students take advantage of dual enrollment opportunities to get a jumpstart on college. For our older students, Sora facilitates dual enrollment through Arizona State University and the Acadeum course-sharing network. These are powerful options for students to pursue their interests at a college level and get a head start on earning credits.

Question 5

How does credit transfer in or out of Sora?

Accepted Answer

Incoming: Students will be awarded transfer credit for any high school level work completed prior to joining Sora.

Question 6

How do I comply with local and state laws when enrolling at Sora?

Accepted Answer

Since K-12 education regulations vary by state and local school district, there's no one-size-fits-all answer about the notifications or steps needed in your specific location. In most US states, all you need to do is officially withdraw your child from public school by filling out a form available online or at your local public school – and indicate that they're now attending a private, accredited virtual institution. View our Homeschool Reporting Guide to see if your state considers students attending an online private school outside of their state of residence as a homeschool. Overall, handling these requirements is quite simple – it's just a little bit of paperwork!

Question 7

How long does it take to process my application?

Accepted Answer

Applications can take up to 30 days to process (from the date a completed application is submitted) and the final determination is sent via email.

Question 8

What does Sora look for in applicants?

Accepted Answer

We find that the ideal Sora student is curious, open-minded, independent, and motivated. While past grades are helpful indicators of intellectual capacity, the most successful applicants demonstrate evidence of abilities in social and emotional intelligence, as well as strong executive functioning skills. Students who are a good fit in our student-centered program tend to be excited about learning and are eager to continue to explore their interests in a meaning-based, mastery school, and experiential school like Sora.

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