Welcome to our Admission Center!

We're so glad you're here. Our Admission Office is open and now offering on-campus tours. We'd love to meet you and your family. Contact us to learn how your child can shine at Minnehaha Academy, one of the best private schools in the Twin Cities!

Admission Process

Below is a high-level overview of our admission process. Your admission counselor will walk you through each step.

1. Inquire
   Get a taste of Minnehaha Academy delivered right to your door. Request information, and we'll send our admission materials to you. 

2. Personalized Visit
   Experience our caring community and see transformative learning in action during a personalized visit.

3. Shadow Day
   Shadow Days are a fabulous opportunity for children currently in kindergarten or above to spend time at the school and experience a day attending classes, meeting teachers, and making new friends.
   > Elementary and Middle School Shadow Days are scheduled with your Admission Counselor after you apply.
   > High School Shadow Days can be scheduled here.

4. Apply 
   Ready to take the next step? Fill out our online admission application. Our admission counselors are happy to answer any questions you may have along the way.

5. Admission Review Committee
   Your child's complete application will be reviewed by a committee.

6. Admission Decision
   Priority applications will receive their admission decision by March 27, 2026. After that, admission decisions are reviewed on a rolling schedule. You should receive your admission decision within two weeks of completion. 

Every child is one of a kind.

Your child will be known, challenged, and encouraged to become who God created them to be—through exceptional academics, caring relationships, and a distinctively Christian community.

Why Choose Minnehaha Academy?

Exceptional Academics

>> 100% of graduates accepted into 4-year colleges and universities

>> #1 Christian School in Minnesota as ranked by Niche

>> 194 State or National Academic Awards or Honors earned by students

>>More than 172 Leadership Institute students

Distinctively Christian

>> Faith integrated into daily classroom learning 

>> Teachers invite students to experience Jesus and seek truth

>> Students grow in wisdom and stature, seeing their place in God's story

>> 28 denominations represented in student body

#1 Christian School in the State

Minnehaha Academy is ranked the Best Private Christian School in Minnesota and the Best Private Christian High School in Minnesota and is an A+ ranked school by Niche.

I'm excited for the future. I've learned that when I get to obstacles, I can find people to help me.... I  know that I am standing on a firm foundation. -Prince Aligbe

International Student Center

If you are interested in our international student program, visit our International Student Center for information about our offerings.

International Student Center