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Steps to Apply

Applicants who apply on time will be notified of acceptance in March. If there are still spaces available, applications received after that time will be accepted on a rolling basis until spots are full. Once the class of 2028 reaches capacity, applicants may be put on a waiting list.

Step 1

Create an account.

Click the link below to open up our PowerSchool Enrollment portal. Application portal opens September 1, 2023.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Each family that submits a complete application by the priority deadline (DATE PENDING), and is accepted to Cristo Rey Jesuit will receive a FREE uniform shirt.

Informational meetings for prospective students and their parents are held during the school year on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5:30 PM in English, and at 6:30 PM in Spanish at the school. Please call 612-545-9736 to confirm your attendance.

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You can also join us via Zoom for a virtual Question and Answer session. Click here to schedule.

Please complete an application online on the Application Process page. If you have any questions, call 612-545-9736 or email admissions@cristoreytc.org.

Assistance in both English and Spanish is available in filling out the application and financial aid forms. Space is limited. Students will be accepted on a rolling basis, as applications are received and as space allows.

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Step 2

Three Teacher Recommendations

Please request your teacher recommendations through the submission page of your online application. Please DO NOT create a new account. The recommendations should be from your 8th grade English/Language Arts teacher, 8th grade Math teacher, and a Community Leader such as Priest, Pastor, Coach, other teacher that can attest to your character and leadership skills. Request recommendations here.

Step 3

Step 4

Typed 400 Word Essay

Describe yourself, what are your plans for the future and how Cristo Rey will help you achieve your goals.

Student Application Essay 2023-24 (Incoming 9th graders)
Transfer Student Essay 2023-2024

Student Application Essay 2023-24 (Incoming 9th graders)

Prospective Student Essay 2023-24

Required

Namerequired

First Name

Last Name

Email Addressrequired

Phone Numberrequired

Current Schoolrequired

Graderequired

PLEASE ANSWER THE QUESTIONS 1-3 IN 3-5 COMPLETE SENTENCES AND FOR QUESTION 4 CHOOSE ONE OR MORE TO ANSWER. (YOU MUST ANSWER AT LEAST ONE IN QUESTION 4)

ALL FOUR QUESTIONS MUST BE ANSWERED

1) "Women and Men for and with Others" This is a value at Cristo Rey, where we strive for all students to work together to build a strong and inclusive community. What is something you have done to improve a community you have been a part of, whether that was at school, in a friend group, part of a team, or within your place of worship or neighborhood?required

2) How would a teacher describe you as a student in his/her class? required

3) Describe what you need to do NOW to set yourself up for a successful future? What motivates you to want to succeed?required

4) SHOW US YOUR CREATIVITY!!! USE YOUR IMAGINATION!!! Please pick one or more questions to answer from the questions below:

A) If you were an animal, what would you be and why? Explain in 5-7 detailed sentences.

B) Describe a hero of yours. Explain why this person is your hero in 5-7 detailed sentences.

C) Describe a challenge in your life that you overcame. Explain in 5-7 detailed sentences.

D. Where do you currently live and what do you like/dislike about it? Explain in 5-7 detailed sentences.

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Transfer Student Essay 2023-2024

Required

Namerequired

First Name

Middle (optional)

Last Name

Email Address

Phone Numberrequired

Current Schoolrequired

Graderequired

Please answer the following question in 3-5 complete sentences. The student applicant must submit complete responses to all questions.

How would a teacher describe you as a student in his/her class?required

What are your plans for the future and what motivates you to stay focused on achieving those plans?required

Our college preparatory program includes an extended school day, daily homework and five full days a month of work. What characteristics do you possess that will contribute to make you successful, both academically and behaviorally in our program?required

Why do you want to attend Cristo Rey Jesuit High School?required

Please describe your previous school experience and how you would like it to be different at Cristo Rey Jesuit?required

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Financial Aid Application

Step 1: Start your Financial Aid application

Financial Aid Form

All Cristo Rey applicants are required to submit a financial aid application to determine tuition and eligibility. Please accompany this form with the following documentation from all adults living in the household.

• 2022 or 2023 W2s
• 2022 or 2023 1040s
• 2023 – two paystubs per adult working and living in the same household.
• Applicant’s Birth Certificate (Students must be 14 years old by September 1st of their freshmen year)
• Other source of income such as SSI, State assistance, retirement benefits, etc.

Step 2: Submit your application and required documentation

through email to admissions@cristoreytc.org or by mailing to:

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School
Admissions Department
2924 4th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55408

Attend one of our Financial Aid Workshops in February 2024

If you have any questions, please contact
Brittany Libbey at 612-545-9736 or Myriam Vigil at 612-545-9704.

Brittany Libbey

Titles: Admissions Coordinator

Email:

Phone Numbers:
School: 612-545-9736

Myriam Vigil

Titles: Director of Admissions