ADMISSIONS
What is involved in the admissions process at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate? When is the deadline, and what are the requirements? How does it compare to other schools? How should you factor these into your decision?
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Facts and analysis
VISITING THE SCHOOL
Upcoming open houses will be announced here.
An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.
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Why it matters
A school visit offers a firsthand look at the environment, culture, and daily life of the school. It provides an opportunity to ask questions, observe interactions, and verify your expectations directly. It's a vital part of an informed choice.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Rockway Mennonite Collegiate has rolling admissions for Day and Homestay entry.
See the deadline distribution for all other schools we cover below.
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Application deadline by enrollment type(s)
Month Rockway Mennonite Collegiate Other schools Rolling admissions Fixed deadline Rolling admissions September Day and Homestay admissions 0% 88% of all other schools have rolling admissions October Less than 1% November 2% December 7% January 1% February 2% March 2% April 1% May 1% June Less than 1% July 0% August 1% -
Why it matters
The admissions timeline helps you plan and prepare for key milestones, including school visits, application submission, and acceptance notifications.
ENTRY GRADES
The highest number of new enrollment openings include Grade(s) 7, 8 and 9.
The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) 9, 10 and 12 (for the same grades offered at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate).
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Breakdown by grade
Entry grade Number of openings available: Day Rockway Mennonite Collegiate Average of all other schools Gr. 7 20 - 30 16 Gr. 8 10 - 30 10 Gr. 9 20 - 40 23 Gr. 10 10 - 30 13 Gr. 11 10 - 30 13 Gr. 12 10 - 20 13 Entry grade Number of openings available: Homestay Rockway Mennonite Collegiate Average of all other schools Gr. 7 - 0 Gr. 8 - 3 Gr. 9 - 10 Gr. 10 - 10 Gr. 11 - 10 Gr. 12 - 12 -
Why it matters
Popular entry grades may offer more opportunities for peer integration and more extensive orientation programs at the school. Applying to these grades may increase the chances of admission and support a smoother social and academic transition for the student.
ACCEPTANCE RATE
90% of all applications are accepted.
Acceptance rate at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate is typical of the schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Acceptance rate: Day Rockway Mennonite Collegiate Average of all other schools Gr. 7 90% 38% Gr. 8 90% 35% Gr. 9 90% 40% Gr. 10 90% 38% Gr. 11 90% 37% Gr. 12 90% 35% Grade Acceptance rate: Homestay Rockway Mennonite Collegiate Average of all other schools Gr. 7 - 38% Gr. 8 - 35% Gr. 9 - 40% Gr. 10 - 38% Gr. 11 - 37% Gr. 12 - 35% -
What Rockway Mennonite Collegiate says it looks for in students
i. Rockway Mennonite Collegiate is for grade 7-12 students of all faith and cultural backgrounds who want to belong to an academic community that thrives within a Mennonite tradition of peaceful conflict resolution. Rockway Mennonite Collegiate forms faith and builds character in an academic environment for students who will work hard, respect the values of the community, and be open to the guidance and instruction that will enable them to become responsible, globally minded, compassionate and reflective citizens of our community and world. Families of Rockway students commit themselves to collaborative relationships between home and school that foster the best possible learning outcomes. Students who thrive at Rockway immerse themselves in our rich and diverse range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, and make positive contributions to the classroom, sports, chapel, and the arts.
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Why it matters
A school's acceptance rate gives you an indication of how competitive the admissions process is. Understanding this can help you set expectations and make strategic decisions about where to apply. Please note that the acceptance rates provided here are approximate.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The admissions process may require an interview.
See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate and how they compare with other schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Required by Rockway Mennonite Collegiate % of schools requiring Interview SSAT SSAT (out of province) Entrance exam Entrance essay Gr. 7 - - - - Interview: 63%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10% Gr. 8 - - - - Interview: 64%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10% Gr. 9 - - - - Interview: 52%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10% Gr. 10 - - - - Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11% Gr. 11 - - - - Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11% Gr. 12 - - - - Interview: 44%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 17%, Essay: 10% -
What Rockway Mennonite Collegiate says about the application process
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Description:To apply for admission to Rockway:
- Fill out the Connect with Rockway Inquiry Form to create your admissions account with Rockway.
- Fill out application found on the Admissions Checklist and pay the $200 application fee.
- Collect the following information:
- student’s report cards from the past two years
- student's IEP and psychoeducational assessment (if applicable)
- email contact information for two teacher references
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Why it matters
Understanding admission requirements is crucial as you assess your fit with a school and the likelihood of acceptance. These requirements often reflect the school's educational priorities.
