Academic Requirements
Gillespie Academy accepts applications from prospective students who are at least 18 years of age and have completed grade 12 or its equivalent.
Application
Application for the 2024-2025 academic year opens on January 1st, 2024.
The application deadline is May 31st. Anyone who applies after this date will be charged a late fee of $300.00.
Applicants must submit:
- A completed application form, which is available at the bottom of this page.
- Two completed recommendation forms. One from your pastor, and one from a former teacher or school administrator (to be mailed directly to the school).
- Either official transcripts of grade twelve work or an equivalent. [Official transcripts from all high schools and colleges attended, or home school transcripts should include the subjects studied, time frame in which the work was completed, grade assigned for each course, and, if home schooled, a signature from the parent (as school administrator)].
- A short persuasive letter to accompany your application explaining why you want to attend Gillespie Academy.
All applications will be reviewed by a committee and are subject to its approval. The school will notify the applicant of the decision about admission.
Academic Calendar
FIRST SEMESTER: September-December 2024
September 3………………………………..First Day of Semester 1
October 15 – 18…………………………….Mid-Term Break
December 6………………………………..Last Day of Semester 1 Classes
December 10-13…………………………Final Exams
SECOND SEMESTER: January-April 2025
January 7……………………………………First Day of Semester 2
February 18-21……………………………..Mid-term Break
April 11………………………………………….Last Day of Semester 2 Classes
April 15 – 17………………………………….Final Exams
April 24……………………………………….Convocation Service
Costs
The students will be responsible for boarding costs and books.
2024 – 2025 Academic Year
Tuition* – $4050.00 ($2025.00/semester)
Books – approximately $350.00 – $450.00 (for the whole year)
* Includes a $50.00 student fee (for the whole year) covers supplies for printing (toner, paper, etc), as well as some other miscellaneous items for class use.
Payments are to be made prior to the beginning of each semester. If a student withdraws or is dismissed, reimbursements will be made as follows: 0-2 weeks > 80%, 3-4 weeks > 60%, 5-6 weeks > 50%, 7 or more > 0.
Regarding financial assistance: Gillespie Academy has deliberately chosen not to seek official accreditation with any government agencies. This choice is made to allow Gillespie Academy full control over course requirements and content. The consequences of this choice are that students attending the Academy do not qualify for financial assistance from the government, and that some RESP’s will not recognize Gillespie Academy as a valid educational institution. We will, however, supply proof of enrollment at any time.
Housing Arrangements
It is ultimately up to the individual student to ensure their living arrangements are taken care of, however, Gillespie Academy does offer to facilitate placement by providing a list of contacts/possible homes.
Student Life & Conduct
Students of Gillespie Academy are expected to strive to maintain high standards of integrity and be exemplary in their conduct in all areas of life, including academic work, personal conduct, personal, church and community relationships.
“Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.” I Timothy 4:12 (ESV).
During the academic year, students are required to be active participants in their local church (including attending services, prayer meeting, etc.). While we do not require all students to attend Grace Presbyterian Church, we do expect them to attend a local church.
Students should be prepared to match their class time with study/preparation time outside of class (i.e. for each 3 credit course, they will spend 3 hours per week in class and should expect to spend a minimum of 3 hours per week doing work for that class outside of class time).
Application Form
Download and complete our application form. Completed forms may be emailed to Gillespie Academy. Reference letters must be sent via regular mail.
(Download Application Form)
Arranging a Visit
Prospective students are warmly invited to visit the Academy for a day. It is a wonderful opportunity to sit in on classes and to meet the current students and their professors. To schedule a visit please contact us at admin@gillespieacademy.ca.