Students in grades nine through twelve who express and demonstrates a definite interest in receiving a Christian education and have a sound elementary foundation capable of doing secondary school work, are eligible for admission. No religious test is applied to those desiring admission; however, only those students who show due respect for the Word of God, maintain a reverent attitude toward that which is spiritual, and conduct themselves in harmony with the standards of Christian education as upheld by the Seventh-day Adventist church, should apply at Garden State Academy.

   Before students can be considered for admittance, they must provide a completed application, three references, an interview by the Admission Committee, and an official transcript for class work already completed. A signed application is a commitment to observe all regulations of the school. All applications are considered by the Admissions Committee.

I.    Application for Admission: Before your admission can be accepted, you must have

      the following completed and mailed to the Admissions Office. We encourage you to get

       your application in as early as possible. If you have any questions feel free to call

       (908) 852-0300.

        A. Application

            1. Application filled out and signed by both parents (or guardian) and student

            2. Complete transcript of grades and test scores from previous school

            3. Three Recommendations (one recommendation from a principal, teacher or counselor

                at the last school attended)

            4. A non-refundable fee of $25 for new students

            5. Admissions interview

        B. Before your registration is complete, you must have the following:

            1. All of A

            2. Taken GSA Entrance Examination

            3. Physical Examination Form filled out by your physician

            4. Consent to treatment for emergency care

            5. Complete Immunization Records with dates since birth

            6. Copy of Health Insurance Card (front and back)

            7. Copy of Birth Certificate

            8. Copy of Social Security Card

            9. Green Card (for non-U.S. Citizen)

II.     International Students are subject to all of the above plus the following:

            1. An official English translation of transcript

            2. An open-ended return ticket

            3. Passport and tickets must be left in the school vault

            4. A designated U.S. home base to go home for home leaves, sickness, and disciplinary

                problems. This is to be arranged for by parents.

            5. 50% of the total cost for the year must be paid in advance