How to become a mount michael knight: 

Application Process:

1. Complete an application for admission and pay the application fee. Applications received before December 8, 2023 are eligible to have the application fee waived.

2. Attend a shadow day at Mount Michael (optional, but highly encouraged).

3. Take the entrance exam on January 13, 2024. Only students who take the entrance exam at Mount Michael on this date are eligible for academic merit scholarships.

4. Undergo an admissions interview with the Mount Michael Board of Admissions. All students are required to complete an interview. If you are unable to attend an in-person interview, virtual interviews are available.

5. If a student a student is in need of financial assistance, they will indicate that on the Student Financial Agreement that is sent, following admittance, and complete the necessary documentation to be reviewed by the Financial Aid Committee. Learn more about tuition and financial aid here.

Contact Us

Contact the Director of Enrollment, Danika Kerin, at dkerin@mountmichael.org or 402.238.1457

Admissions Timeline
for the Class of 2028


  • Student Shadow Visits
  • Open House
  • When to Apply
  • 8th Grade Practice Exam Dates
  • Mount Michael Entrance and Scholarship Exam
  • Alternative Practice Exam and 6th/7th Grade Practice Exam
  • Interview Dates
  • First Consideration Date
  • Acceptance, Scholarship and Financial Aid Notifications
Student Shadow Visits

September 2023 – May 2024
Seventh and Eighth grade students may spend a day or half-day at Mount Michael. Overnight visits are also available so prospective students can get the full experience of what being a boarding student at Mount Michael is like. To arrange a visit, please fill out this form: Mount Michael Student Shadow Form

Open House

Sunday, November 12, 2023
Meet the faculty and student representatives at the Open House. Learn more about Mount Michael’s academic programs and dorm life. Application packages will be available at the Open House. If you miss the Open House, please request an application package by phone or e-mail and it will be mailed to you.

REGISTER FOR OPEN HOUSE HERE.

When to Apply

October 2023 – February 2024
Complete admissions application and financial aid application. It is not necessary to wait for the entrance exam before submitting the admissions application. Early applications are encouraged!

8th Grade Practice Exam Dates

November: 8th Grade Practice Exam
November 11th, 2023 – REGISTER HERE

December: 8th Grade Practice Exam
December 9th, 2023 – REGISTER HERE

Mount Michael Entrance and Scholarship Exam

January 13th, 2024
8:30am – 11:30am

REGISTER HERE FOR OUR ENTRANCE EXAM

Alternative Practice Exam and 6th/7th Grade Practice Exam

Saturday, January 20, 2024.
8:30 am – 11:30 am
This date is also a popular option for 6th and 7th graders who want to get a practice exam in before taking it in 8th grade.

Interview Dates

November 2023 – January 2024
Each applicant must complete an interview with a representative from the Mount Michael Board of Admissions.

First Consideration Date

January 23, 2024
Students with a complete application, interview and have taken the entrance exam at Mount Michael will be considered for acceptance on this date.

Acceptance, Scholarship and Financial Aid Notifications

TBD
Students with a complete application, interview and have taken the entrance exam at Mount Michael will be considered for acceptance on this date.

Questions regarding financial aid can be directed to the Business Manager, Fr. Louis Sojka O.S.B., at 402-206-2084 or lsojka@mountmichael.org

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