Admissions Overview

Find your place in a community pursuing what’s above and beyond.

Maranatha is a community where students are known, challenged, and formed for a life of purpose. We partner with Christian families who believe education is about more than grades and transcripts.

Your Journey Begins Here

Our process is a four step path with someone beside you at every turn.

Our admissions team walks alongside your family from first inquiry to acceptance—answering questions, scheduling shadow days, and helping you decide with confidence

1

Visit

Come see us.

Tour the campus, meet our team, and let the community speak for itself.

Visit

2

Apply

Take the first step.

Complete your online application and let us get to know your family.

Apply

3

Interview

We'll make it personal.

A brief interview and assessment helps us set your student up for success from day one.

4

Enroll

Welcome to the family.

Secure your spot and become part of something special.

Learn more about our student experiences.

Traditional Students

Our PreK–12th grade program serves families across Minneapolis and the West Metro—offering a formation-focused education in a community that feels like family.

International Students

The Maranatha International Student Program (ISP) welcomes middle and high school students from around the world—fully supported, deeply formed, and prepared for top U.S. universities.

Online Students

Maranatha Christian Online delivers an accredited, college-prep education grounded in a biblical worldview—100% online, with hybrid options available for families near campus.

What Partnership Looks Like

We partner with families who are committed to shaping the next generation of Christ followers.

We believe God has entrusted parents with the primary calling to raise and disciple their children—and we take our role as your partner in that work seriously. When a family joins Maranatha, we're not simply providing an education. We're entering a shared mission. See our admissions criteria to learn more about what we look for in prospective families.

Shared Mission
Open Communication
Community Engagement
Biblical Conflict Resolution
Honest Disclosure

Our Community

We serve families from Maple Grove, Plymouth, Wayzata, Minnetonka, Golden Valley, Champlin, Andover, and beyond—united not by zip code, but by a shared conviction that our children deserve an education rooted in Christ and built for life beyond the classroom. If that's your family, you may have just found your school.

Meet the Admissions Team

Our admissions team is here to help you discover whether Maranatha is the right school for your family. 

Email us at admissions@mcamustangs.org
Call or text us at 763-314-3870

Angie Kelly

Admissions Counselor

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Jessica Olsen

Admissions Associate

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Melanie Hurlbut

International Student Program Director

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Frequently Asked Questions

We know choosing a school is one of the most important decisions your family will make.

Here are the answers to the admissions questions we hear most.

What age does my child need to be to start Kindergarten?
Can our child visit and experience a school day before applying?
What are school hours, and do you offer extended care?
Does Maranatha provide transportation?
Do new students need to take a placement test?
Is there an admissions deadline, and what if we miss it?
What fees are involved in the admissions process?
Are there academic or character standards for admission?
What are the possible admissions outcomes?
What does the student body look like?
Does Maranatha offer financial aid or scholarships?