Join the Arise Family!
Steps For Enrollment
Applications for the 2026/2027 are now live!
Thank you for your interest in enrollment at Arise Christian Academy!
Before you begin...
Arise Christian Academy is a covenantal school, meaning our partnership in education is rooted in a shared commitment to biblical faith and Christian discipleship.
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As part of the application process, all students are required to submit a pastoral reference with their application. In addition, we require that at least one parent or legal guardian:
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Be an official member of a local church (Tucson, Sahuarita or surrounding areas)
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Be a committed follower of Jesus Christ
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Be actively involved in their local church community
We ask that all prospective families carefully read and agree with our Statement of Faith, Vision, and Core Values before proceeding with the admissions process.
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***Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee enrollment. There are several required steps in the admissions process that must be completed before acceptance is confirmed.
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We look forward to prayerfully partnering with families who share our heart for Christ-centered education
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We invite you to experience ACA in person.
Campus visits are held on the first Thursday of each month from 8:40–9:00 a.m.
Please sign up through the Events page on our website.
We strongly encourage families to visit before applying.
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Step 1: Submit an Application
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A) Complete an online application for each student applying to ACA. ​
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Required Documents for Application
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Please provide the following:
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Pastoral Reference
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Birth Certificate
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Immunization Record or Immunization Exemption Letter
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Marriage Certificate (if applicable)​
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B) Once submitted, you will receive an invoice for a nonrefundable $50 application fee per student. The application review process will begin once payment is received.
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Pastoral Reference:
Please send your pastor the "Pastoral Reference Link" found below or he/she may visit our website to access it.
All applications must have this element for consideration.
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Step 2: Application Intake
Your student's enrollment form and pastoral reference will be evaluated, along with all enrollment documents. A confirmation email will be sent and will include an invite to register for step 3.
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Please note: Applications are reviewed and weighed carefully against pastoral references, enrollment numbers, class sizes, etc. Not all applications will move to Step 3.
Step 3: Family Interview & Enrollment fees
Enrollment Fee is required upon Family Meeting set up.
At Arise, we believe the home/school relationship is vital in ensuring that your child has the best experience at Arise. Family involvement is an intricate part of our school. Families are required to volunteer throughout the year in order to strengthen and sustain family and school connections.
At this step in the enrollment process, we will contact your family and set up a "Family Meeting" with Arise's Admissions. ​​
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Tip:
Please read over our "Student Handbook" so you are prepared with any questions you may have for us. We ask all families to take the time to go through the handbook thoroughly.
Enrollment Process Fee (nonrefundable)
$200 for the 1st student
$50 for each additional sibling
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Students will be tested in Language Arts, Math and grade fluency. Testing dates and times will be given after family meeting.
Step 4: Acceptance Letter, Intake Meeting and Final Enrollment
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Steps to final enrollment:
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Your family will receive an official acceptance letter from Arise
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Intake Meeting: Schedule a final in person meeting to go over final enrollment steps and paperwork.
Both parents or legal guardians are required to attend this meeting.
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At this point, you are officially a part of the Arise community!​
