About

Steeped in tradition, committed to excellence and anchored in faith, Bishop Kenny High School is a member of the Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine and serves 1,270 students in grades 9 through 12. We strive to partner with parents in the education and formation of their children in a Catholic environment.

Admissions Process

We are thrilled you are considering becoming a part of the Crusader family. Our Office of Admissions team is here to help as you begin the application process outlined below. Call us at (904) 398-7545 with any questions.

For current Bishop Kenny students re-enrolling for the upcoming school year, follow this link.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Step 1 | Visit us (optional)

Schedule a tour! Personal tours will begin after Open House (November 9, 2024) and will take place on Tuesdays at 1 PM and Thursdays at 9 AM; group tours will begin on Wednesday, September 4 and will take place on Wednesdays at 10 AM.

Shadow a student and become a Crusader for a Day!

Attend our Open House on November 9, 2024!

*These events are not a mandatory part of the admissions process.

Step 2 | Gather Documents

The following documents are required with your application for admission:

Birth Certificate
Report Cards/Transcripts:
- 9th Grade - 7th and 8th grade report cards/transcripts
- 10th and 11th Grade - Transcripts from previous two (2) years
Immunization Record (DH 680 - must be typed and electronically signed)

Additional documents: School Entry Health Exam, and one of the following: Baptismal, First Holy Communion, or Confirmation record (if applicable)

Step 3 | Apply Online

All new students seeking admission to Bishop Kenny are required to submit an application, complete with the documents listed in Step 2, by the deadline: December 16, 2024. The application fee is $75 for 9th grade applicants and includes registration for the HSPT. The fee for 10th and 11th grade applications is $50.

The 2025-2026 application will open on November 1, 2024. Apply HERE

Step 4 | High School Placement Test

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a required part of the admissions process for the 9th grade. Students MUST submit an online application BEFORE they are eligible to register for the HSPT. A link to register for the HSPT will be sent in your application confirmation email.

The cost for the HSPT is included in the application fee, and the following dates will be offered for the 2025-2026 Admissions Cycle: December 7, 2024 and January 11, 2025. Please visit this page for more information on the HSPT.

Step 5 | Interview (Upperclassmen)

Step 6 | Admissions Decision

Step 7 | Enroll

International Students

Bishop Kenny High School welcomes international students and is committed to providing a Catholic, college preparatory education those who are ready to meet the demands of our curriculum.

Bishop Kenny is authorized by the United States Government to issue SEVIS Form 1-20 to students wishing to study in the United States, under an F-1 Visa. International students must comply with all federal regulations before an I-20 can be issued; these requirements include, but are not limited to, demonstration of English proficiency, proof of financial resources, and fulfillment of all admissions requirements to Bishop Kenny High School.

BK Admission requirements:

Online application
Passport
Transcripts for two previous years (original language and translated to English)
Baptismal certificate, if applicable
Florida health and immunization forms
Tuition: $18,200 (includes enrollment fee, tuition, and Program, iPad and Facilities fee. This amount must be paid in full by June 15, 2025.)

Please contact Samantha Sims in the Admissions Office with questions.

FAQ

Does Bishop Kenny offer an open house?

If I am currently attending a Catholic partner school, do I need to apply?

Does Bishop Kenny accept seniors?

What are the admissions requirements?

Is there an entrance exam I need to take?

When and how can I register for the High School Placement Test?

9th grade applicants can register for the High School Placement Test after they have completed an application for admission. Once the application has been submitted, a confirmation email will be sent with a link to register for the HSPT. The fee for the HSPT is included in the application fee.

Students may take the HSPT on one of two dates offered. December 7, 2024 or January 11, 2025.

How do I schedule a campus tour or a shadow day?

Crusader for a Day is a program that allows a prospective student the opportunity to shadow a BK student for a day and gain insight into what a day in the life of a BK student is like. Crusader for a Day takes place once per month, and visits will not be scheduled after admissions decisions have been made. Visit this page to learn more and sign up.

Personal tours are offered on Tuesdays at 1 p.m.; group tours are offered on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Tours will be suspended during final exams and will resume in June 2024.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

No person, on the grounds of race, color, disability or national origin, is excluded or otherwise subjected to discrimination in the receiving of services. The school does not discriminate in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment on the basis of race, color, disability, age, or national origin.

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