Admissions Process
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, and we’d love to walk that journey with you. At Garland Christian Academy, the first step in our admissions process is a personal campus tour. During your visit, you’ll get a real sense of our Christ-centered environment, see our classrooms in action, and meet the teachers and staff who are invested in your child’s success. A tour is the perfect opportunity to ask questions, learn about our programs, and discover whether GCA is the right fit for your family. We invite you to schedule your tour today. We can’t wait to meet you!
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COMPLETE A FORMAL APPLICATION
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COMPLETE THE FAMILY INTERVIEW AND STUDENT TESTING
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FINALIZE ENROLLMENT TO SECURE YOUR STUDENT’S SPOT AT GCA
Our Admissions Team
Fees & Tuition
Yearly Student Fees
Yearly student fees are different for each grade level and include instructional enhancements such as textbooks, technology, lab costs, locker fees, fine arts fees, graduation fees when applicable, parties, field trip costs, and additional academic resources.
Yearly Student Tuition
By enrolling in GCA, you are responsible for the entire school year’s tuition. GCA does not refund tuition or fees for any reason included, but not limited to student withdrawal, student dismissal, job loss, or relocation. If for any reason an enrolled student fails to attend or to continue in attendance at GCA for the contracted school year, 100% of the tuition is still due and must be paid in full.
- Yearly Fees – $1,000
- Yearly Tuition – $7,775
- Yearly Fees – $1,050
- Yearly Tuition – $7,775
- Yearly Fees – $1,000
- Yearly Tuition – $10,150
- Yearly Fees – $1,050
- Yearly Tuition – $10,150
- Yearly Fees – $1,100
- Yearly Tuition – $10,750
- Yearly Fees – $1,310
- Yearly Tuition – $12,025
- Yearly Fees – $1,525
- Yearly Tuition – $12,925
- Yearly Fees – $1,625
- Yearly Tuition – $12,925
- Application Fee: $200 (one-time, non-refundable fee)
- Registration Fee: $500 (one-time, non-refundable fee)
- Tuition Insurance: 2.35% of tuition (non-refundable fee, not applicable if full-year tuition is paid by June 30).
- Athletic Fees: (billed when applicable)
- Football: $300
- Other Sports: $200
Visit Our Campus
If you are interested in Garland Christian Academy and would like to schedule a visit to tour the campus, please contact the admissions office at (469) 562-1467 or fill out the form below with your information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the student testing?
Students applying for sixth through twelfth grades are required to complete the OLSAT (Otis-Lennon School Ability Test) which is designed to measure a student’s cognitive abilities as it relates to educational success.
Students applying for K5 through fifth grade are required to complete an entrance exam which evaluates the students language and mathematic ability.
What academic records will we need?
Applicants enrolling in first through ninth grade must provide the previous school year’s report card upon completing the application.
Applicants enrolling in tenth through twelfth grade must provide transcripts from the student’s previous educational institution.
Applicants must provide a copy of their birth certificate and current immunization records.
Is financial aid available?
We do have a financial aid program that you can apply for through FACTS. There is a $40 charge for online application through FACTS Tuition Aid. You can apply here: https://online.factsmgt.com/aid
Are there scholarships?
We offer many scholarships. Check the list below to see if any apply to your student:
- Multiple Student Scholarship
- Second Child – $500 per year
- Third Child – $750 per year
- Fourth Child – $1,000 per year
- The maximum scholarship for a half-day K4 or K5 student is $200
- Advance Payment Scholarship
- 4% Tuition reduction if tuition is paid in full by June 5, 2025
- 2% Tuition reduction if full tuition is paid for each semester by June 5, 2025 and November 5, 2025
- Student Referral Scholarship
- Tuition reduction of $500 for each student you refer to GCA. Must contact financial manager for the full details to obtain this reduction.
- Pastoral Scholarship
- Tuition reduction given to families whose household gains their principle income from a full-time pastoral position at a 501C3 church. Not available for any additional discounts. Must contact financial manager for qualification.
For more information on scholarships, please contact our Financial Manager, Corrie Cole, by emailing ccole@garlandchristian.com.
Do you have any information on Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA)?
YES!
-Here is the TEFA Checklist you can review to begin collecting the required documents.
-Here is the TEFA website.
–ACSI Parent Webinar, this is located under the announcement section on the left side of the page.