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Sora Admissions Process

It starts with your student. Five steps, from a first conversation to the first day of school.

Step 1Imagine

Picture what's possible.

Your kid finishing school knowing who they are, proud of what they've made and ready for whatever comes next.

Step 2Talk 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.

Step 3Info session

Hear it from our team.

Join a live info session to go deeper on how Sora works and ask your questions. We'll share upcoming dates when we talk.

Step 4Visit

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.

Step 5Apply

Apply online when you're ready.

Admissions are rolling, and new students start three times a year: Fall, Winter and Spring.

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

Sora Schools is one of three ways to learn.

Every family is different, so we offer three ways to learn. Find the one that fits your student.

Self-guided

School shaped around your family.

3–8Grades
Self-pacedNo required live classes
Family-directedFamilies lead the way
Monthly guidanceProgress updates, not grades

Discovery & creation

Immersive and collaborative.

6–12Grades
Creation-drivenLive, project-based learning with more choice in classes
Mastery-basedFocused on growth, not high-stakes tests — students choose how to show what they know
Life-skills-firstMost Sora students attend college, with room to choose

Discussion & debate

A clear path to selective colleges.

5–12Grades
Seminar-style classesDiscussion-driven learning with advanced electives and live world language
Letter gradesGreat Works: an interdisciplinary core spanning literature, science, math, and the arts — graded per project, not standardized tests
College-focusedAimed at competitive college admissions

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.