Shiloh Christian School is excited to announce and implement a new admissions process that will take effect for the 25/26 school year and moving forward. We are extremely thankful for the interest and growth we have experienced and look forward to serving many families in the coming years with the addition of new buildings and spaces! 

How does this affect students on our current waitlist?

Space was limited for the 24/25 school year, and the number of applicants far exceeded the space available in many of our grade levels, resulting in waitlists for most grades. As we transition from the previous application process to the new Admissions Approach and Process, currently waitlisted students will be given the opportunity to complete the admissions process with new applicants for the 25/26 school year. 

Please read our >> Admissions Approach << to better understand how we will move forward with admissions at Shiloh! 

If you believe your student and family are a good fit at Shiloh and would like to be considered for the 25/26 school year, please read through the admissions process and timeline for next steps for our currently waitlisted students. You do not need to reapply, but please take note of important dates and additional actions required! 

Step #1: Submit Required Documents

You may email the required documents to admissions@shilohsaints.org. Supporting documents must be submitted by December 1 to be considered for admission. 

Required Supporting Documents

• Birth Certificate

• Social Security Card

• Immunization Record

• Most Recent Standardized Test Scores (Rising 1st - 12th Grade applicants) *Please include any standardized progress monitoring assessments from the previous/current school year as well - i.e. Map Growth, Atlas, STAR, ACT Aspire, Benchmark, etc.

• Previous Year’s AND Current Year’s Report Card/Transcript (Rising 1st- 12th Grade applicants)

• Previous Year’s AND Current Year’s Attendance Report (Rising 1st - 12th Grade applicants)

• Previous Year’s AND Current Year’s Behavior/Disciplinary Report (Rising 1st - 12th Grade applicants)

• 504/IEP, Accommodations Paperwork (If applicable)*

• Custody Information (If applicable)

• Supporting Documents (Optional) *Any additional information families would like the Admissions Committee to know to assist us in getting to know their child. 

*Must be dated within the last year. 

Step #2: Request References

References will be completed online by the appropriate person. Applicants should utilize the below links to request references and complete assessments. All references and assessments should be submitted by December 1 to be considered for admissions. Applicants will be considered for admissions without a Pastor Reference Form; however, church membership is a key element of Shiloh’s Admissions Criteria. 

PreK4/Kindergarten applicants provide/request the following:

• PreK4/Kindergarten Parent Assessment Form (to be completed by parent)

• PreK4/Kindergarten Preschool Reference Form (to be completed by current preschool if applicable)

• Pastor Reference Form (to be completed by a pastor of the church you currently attend)

Rising 1st - 12th Grade Applicants need to request the following:

• Pastor Reference Form (to be completed by a pastor of the church you currently attend)

Step #3: Admissions Progress Determined

The Admissions Committee will meet to determine whether applicants with completed files will progress to the next level of admissions.  ALL applicant families will receive an email (to the email address provided on the application) with the admissions committee’s decision. All decisions are made without explanation or comment. If the student is selected to continue the process, they will proceed to the next step. Applicants that do not progress to the next level may reapply for the 26/27 school year.

Step #4: Screening/Testing (if required)

All PreK4, Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade applicants will complete screenings/testing on campus. Rising 3rd - 12th grade applicants will only complete testing on campus if it is determined that further testing is needed. Testing requirements and available testing times will be communicated with the applicant by email. Applicants will sign up to attend a screening/testing session before March 1. If you cannot make one of the available testing dates, please contact admissions@shilohsaints.org to determine if additional testing is available. 

Step #5: Family Interview

All applicants will complete a family interview with Shiloh Administration on campus. Applicants will be sent family interview dates by email. Applicants will sign up to attend a family interview before March 1. If you are unable to make one of the available interview dates, please reach out to admissions@shilohsaints.org to determine if additional interview times are available. 

During the Family Interview, all families will be asked to sign the Parent Policies and Expectations, and students in 5th-12th grade will be asked to sign the Student Policies and Expectations. If a family/student is unable or unwilling to sign the Policies and Expectations, they will not be considered for the Admissions Wait Pool. 

Step #6: Admissions Wait Pool Determined

Families selected to enter the Admissions Wait Pool will be notified by mid-March. ALL applicant families will receive an email (to the email address provided on the application) with the admissions committee’s decision. All decisions are made without explanation or comment. Applicants who are not selected may reapply the following year. 

Once in the Admissions Wait Pool, families can expect to be notified of grade level openings for the upcoming school year by April. Families remaining in the Admissions Wait Pool after grade level openings are filled will stay in the wait pool and will be notified if openings occur in the future, as space can become available anytime throughout the school year due to life changes. Families notified of an opening will have 48 hours to accept before the opening is offered to another family in the wait pool. Admissions Wait Pool students do not need to reapply from year to year.  Their application will remain open until an opening is offered or the family requests to withdraw their application. Wait Pool students receive the same non-discrimination status as all families at Shiloh. 

Shiloh Christian School admits students of any race, color, national, or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Shiloh Christian School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, tuition assistance, and athletic or other school-administered programs. As a private religious institution, Shiloh Christian School reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant whose academic preparation, character/personal conduct, or family values is determined to be inconsistent with the principles, purposes, and objectives of the School. 

Step #7: Accept Opening/Complete Enrollment

Once notified of an opening by email/phone, families will have 48 hours to accept the opening. Please notify the Admissions team by phone at 479-756-1140 or by email at admissions@shilohsaints.org. They will assist you in completing the final steps of enrollment which include creating your parent portal account, selecting your tuition plan, and submitting your $300 New Student Enrollment Fee. You will have an additional week to complete these final steps of enrollment.

Admissions Timeline Quick Reference

Currently Waitlisted Students from 24/25

• September 10, 2024 - Discover Shiloh Available 9 am, 2 pm, and 5 pm. (Optional)

• October 22, 2024 - Discover Shiloh Available 9 am, 2 pm, and 5 pm. (Optional)

• December 1, 2024 - All Required Supporting Documents and Reference Forms Due.

• January 10, 2025 - Admissions Progress will be determined/communicated.

• January 18 - March 1, 2025 - Testing and Family Interview Window.

• March 15, 2025 - Admissions Wait Pool determined/communicated.

• April 1, 2025 - Initial grade-level openings will be communicated.

Frequently Asked Questions 

How do you decide who is accepted to attend Shiloh Christian School?

The Admissions Committee considers the complete application file, in addition to class size and dynamics, ability to meet the student’s needs, and potential for an excellent partnership between home, church, and school. 

When can I apply?

Each year, applications become available on November 1 at 8 am and close on November 15 at 8 am.  If space is still available in certain grade levels, there will be a late application window from March 15 at 8 am until April 1 at 8 am or when a grade level is deemed full at the discretion of Shiloh Leadership. This will be communicated on Shiloh’s website and social media platforms. 

When do I pay the $300 New Student Enrollment Fee?

The New Student Enrollment Fee will not be paid until you have been selected for the Admissions Wait Pool, offered an available opening, and wish to accept it.  

What can I do to prepare my child for the admissions process?

The admissions process is designed to give the Admission Committee the best overall picture of your child.  The most valuable thing you can do for your child is follow the process and have all required forms and references submitted before the deadline. We are here to help every step of the way.  Please contact admissions@shilohsaints.org at any time if you have a question. 

What does it mean if my child is selected for the Admissions Wait Pool?

Application numbers often exceed the number of spaces available in any given grade. After review of the complete application, testing, and interview, a qualified applicant will be selected for the Admissions Wait Pool.  When space becomes available in any grade level, we will offer the opening to a student within the Admissions Wait Pool. Families notified of an opening will have 48 hours to accept and one week to complete their enrollment before the opening is offered to another family in the wait pool.

If I am in the Admissions Wait Pool waiting for an opening, do I have to reapply each year?

No, Admissions Wait Pool students do not need to reapply from year to year.  Their application will remain open until an opening is offered or the family wishes for their application to be withdrawn. Updated supporting documents may be requested.

If I am offered an available spot and decline, am I guaranteed a spot for the following year?

If you are offered an available spot but decline the offer, you will not be guaranteed for the following year.  You will need to reapply and complete the admissions process again. Your former acceptance may be taken into consideration, but decisions for available space will be made based on the most qualified applicants for the current year. 

I have a student with a 504, IEP, or diagnosed learning disability. Will Shiloh consider them for admission?

Shiloh is committed to serving Christian families and does not select students based solely on academic abilities.  We understand that God has uniquely gifted each student. Through the admissions process, we strive to determine if a student can be successful at Shiloh Christian School. We also seek to understand if Shiloh can meet the needs of each student. Our desire is to see all of our students succeed academically; therefore, we will compare a student’s needs with our available learning services. Shiloh Christian School may not be the best fit for every student. We reserve the right to determine whether or not a student is a good fit for admissions, continued enrollment, or re-enrollment. Students receiving services at Shiloh are supported with a Directed Services Plan and must be able to operate in a standard classroom setting. We are not set up to offer one-on-one instruction or to provide paraprofessionals. Shiloh’s Directed Services program is limited and can only serve 10% of the students in each grade level. It is in high demand and is currently at maximum capacity at all grade levels. 

Is church a requirement? 

As a Christian school, we value church and believe it offers an extension of community and is a primary avenue for spiritual growth and development. The partnership of the home, church, and school forms a solid foundation as we pursue excellence in Christ. For our Admissions Process, a Pastor Reference Form should be completed by the pastor of a church you are members of/currently attending. Applicants may be considered for admissions without a Pastor Reference;, however, church membership is a key element of Shiloh’s Admissions Criteria. 

Is Cross Church membership a requirement?

Families do not have to attend Cross Church; however, we do believe that the fluid extension of community and spiritual growth is beneficial when partnering with Cross Church families. Shiloh Christian School is a ministry of Cross Church, and church members receive a discounted tuition rate.

Can a student be considered for admission if they have been suspended, expelled, or enrolled in a residential program? 

Shiloh Christian School has a policy that requires a student to operate in a standard, in-person learning environment with a clean record for at least one year before the student can be considered for admission. 

Does Shiloh accept LEARNS ACT funds?

Shiloh has been approved by the State of Arkansas to receive funds as a private school through the LEARNS ACT. For more information on the Learns Act, please go to shilohsaints.org/admissions/arkansas-learns-act/ or the State website learns.ade.arkansas.gov/.

Does Shiloh offer financial aid or scholarships?

Shiloh offers tuition assistance for any student in grades K5-12. Tuition Assistance is based on financial need and requires a separate online application to complete, which can be accessed at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid.  If you qualify, it will cover up to30% of the tuition. The Tuition Assistance Committee meets in early June to determine assistance and notifies the family by mid-June. 

I’ve been selected from the Admissions Wait Pool for an available opening at Shiloh. How do I complete enrollment?

Please notify the Admissions team by phone at 479-725-4240 or by email at admissions@shilohsaints.org. They will assist you in completing the final steps of enrollment which include creating your parent portal account, selecting your tuition plan, and submitting your $300 New Student Enrollment Fee. You will have an additional week to complete these final steps of enrollment.