Admissions at Wake Christian Academy
Enrollment Process
We invite you to explore the Admissions process and see how Wake Christian Academy can be the perfect fit for your family.
Steps to Joining the WCA Family
- Come Visit | We welcome you to get started by scheduling a tour to explore our campus and receive grade-specific information (optional). First Look Fridays are scheduled between September and November.
- Apply Online | Applications for the 2026-27 school year will open on November 15. Complete an online application and submit the application fee (non-refundable). You will be required to have recommendations from a current teacher and your current church pastor by submitting their email addresses within the application checklist. All items must be submitted before review.
- Academic Assessment | Our Admissions team will reach out to schedule assessments once we are able to move forward with an applicant — based on review & available seats. K-5 grade students will have a 1-1 assessment and 6-12 grade students will take an assessment exam with a proctor.
- Meet the Principal | The next step is an interview with the respective principal. This is a time for your family to learn more about the values of our school, as well as for us to get acquainted with you.
- Decisions | If accepted, you will receive an official letter welcoming you to the WCA family. This letter will be sent within 5-7 days of your principal interview. The final steps are signing the enrollment contract and paying the enrollment fee.
FAQ
When can we apply to WCA?
From November 1-14, siblings of current students have priority for new enrollments. Open Enrollment begins November 15 and continues through April 30, or until we reach capacity.
If my child’s grade has a wait pool, what are the chances they’ll get in?
It’s always our goal to enroll as many children on our wait pool as possible. While we can’t guarantee a seat will open, we do encourage you to start the application process as soon as possible, as applications are considered in the order they are completed (not started).
What if you have space for one of my children, but not the other?
Please consider submitting an application for all of your children and getting on the wait pool. As seats become available, many families will prioritize their children’s ages and individual needs, sending one to WCA and one to another school (or homeschooling) for a year. Siblings have a priority enrollment period for the following school year.
If my child is on the wait pool, how will you stay in touch with me?
If a seat opens for your child, we’ll contact you via email as soon as possible to move you forward in the application process.
Does WCA accept rising Seniors?
Seniors may transfer to WCA from a local Christian school, an out-of-the-area school, or a homeschool.
Does WCA accept mid-year transfers?
Students may transfer to WCA mid-year only if they are moving from out of the area. Students attending a local school will not be allowed to transfer mid-year.
Are students allowed to “reclass” whether they are transferring in or already at WCA?
Transfer students who need to repeat their grades may only do so for academic reasons, and current WCA students who need to repeat their grades may only do so for academic reasons. If a student repeats a grade and plays athletics, he/she must follow the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA) guidelines to participate.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition is always a consideration during the admissions process. We accept third-party scholarships, such as the N.C. Opportunity Scholarship, and also offer some limited financial assistance. Applications are reviewed in a fair and confidential manner, and applying for financial assistance has no bearing on a child’s admissibility to WCA.