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Applying
Step 1: Inquiry
Learn About FVS
Use the Inquiry Form to request a complete packet of information or e-mail the Office of Admission to ask a specific question. Several sections of this web site are also designed with prospective students and parents in mind.

Step 2: Campus Visit/Interview
FVS strongly encourages prospective students to visit the campus during the academic year. Personalized schedules are arranged for each visitor. Students and parents will have an opportunity to attend classes, participate in student-led campus tours and complete their interview with an admission officer. Applicants unable to visit campus should contact the Office of Admission to discuss alternatives.
Please see Visiting Campus for additional information.

Step 3: Application Packet
Use the links on the right to download an application, or apply online and submit an electronic application through Admission Quest.

Step 4: Take the Secondary School Admission Test
Applicants are required to submit standardized testing results from the current year. SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) results are required of English-speaking students. The SSAT is administered several times each year at Fountain Valley School and in more than 200 cities worldwide. For dates, locations and information, visit www.ssat.org. Candidates may submit the PSAT or SAT I or ACT in lieu of the SSAT if taken in the current year.
Application Process
Application materials should be submitted to the Office of Admission by February 1. Late applications will be accepted on a space-available-basis. All applicants must submit the required forms and interview for admission. FVS strongly encourages prospective students to visit the campus personally to meet students and faculty, attend classes and have an admission interview. Applicants unable to visit campus should contact the Office of Admission to discuss alternatives.

No admission decision can be made prior to the completion of the application process.

1. Arrange a visit to campus and schedule a personal interview through the Office of Admission.

2. Application for Admission accompanied by the application fee paid in U.S. currency:

  • Part I: Biographical Information 
  • Part II: Student Statement 
  • Part III: Co-Curricular Interest Form — The Admission Committee encourages applicants to include audio/video recordings or art portfolios (no more than 10 pieces of artwork) demonstrating your skill level and interest.
    Please do not submit original work as it cannot be returned.
  • Part IV: Parent/Guardian Statement

3. Three Recommendations:

  • Head/Principal/Counselor
  • Current English Teacher
  • Current Mathematics Teacher
4.  2” x 2” photograph of applicant

5.  Official Transcript of grades and courses with a seal or registrar’s signature for the current academic year and the previous two academic years.

6.  Standardized Testing Results:
  • SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) results are required of English-speaking students. Applicants may submit scores from the ACT, ISEE, PSAT or SAT I in lieu of the SSAT. With an advance appointment, the SSAT can be administered during the campus visit.
  • TOEFL results are required of students for whom English is not their native language. To learn more about the TOEFL exam locations, call 609.771.7100, or visit the Educational Testing Service’s Web site: www.toefl.org.
7. A copy of a graded writing assignment from an academic subject, prepared by the student during the current academic year. The copy should include the teacher’s comments and the grade received for the assignment. There is no length requirement for the assignment.

International Applicants

Complete applications are due by Feb. 1 of every year.  Interviews with an admission officer and the director of ESL are necessary and should be completed by Feb. 1 also. Contact the Admission Office at 719.391.5251 to schedule a telephone interview if you cannot visit campus in person. International applicants must obtain a student visa prior to enrollment. Immigration requests for student visas (I-20 documentation) are completed by the Office of Admission after an admitted applicant has returned the Enrollment Contract and tuition deposit.

Prior to Admission:

  • TOEFL results are required of applicants for whom English is not their first language. To learn more about the TOEFL exam locations, call 609.771.7100, or visit the Educational Testing Service’s Web site: www.toefl.org.
  • An SSAT score is also recommended for a math score. Contact www.ssat.org to register for an SSAT in your location/country
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Prior to Enrollment:

  • Verification of sufficient funds or an affidavit of support from a sponsor
  • Translation into English of official school transcripts from the last two academic years
  • Copy of current U.S. student visa, if applicable