Admissions
Admissions Process
Become a Warrior
Choosing the right school is an important decision, and our admissions process is designed to be clear, personal, and supportive every step of the way. From your first inquiry to enrollment, our admissions team is here to answer your questions, guide you through each stage of the process, and help you determine whether CAK is the right fit for your family.
Whether you are applying for Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, or High School, you will find everything you need here, including application steps, admissions requirements, important dates, and helpful resources to make your journey as smooth as possible.
We look forward to getting to know your family and helping you take the next step toward becoming a Warrior.
Starting Your CAK Journey
At Christian Academy of Knoxville, we believe education is most effective when schools and families partner together. As a covenant Christian school, we come alongside Christian parents who desire a Christ-centered education where students are challenged academically, nurtured spiritually, and encouraged to grow in character and purpose. Our admissions process is designed to be clear, personal, and supportive, making it easy to explore whether CAK is the right fit for your family.
We look forward to walking alongside you as you begin your CAK journey.
2026/2027 Application Timeline
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CAK Priority Round (current families and staff)
- Application Submissions: On or before November 20, 2026
- Decision Date: On or before February 1, 2027
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Early Acceptance
- Application Submissions: On or before February 1, 2027
- Decision Date: On or before March 3, 2027
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Rolling Admission
- Application Submissions: February 2 until August 1, 2027
- Decision Date: Rolling admissions based on availability*
How Do I Apply?
Before you begin your application, we encourage you to review our admissions requirements to ensure CAK is the right fit for your family. You will find important information about qualifications, required documentation, and what to expect throughout the admissions process.
From there, follow our steps to apply, which outline the process, including important deadlines, required documents, admissions interviews, and enrollment timelines. Our goal is to make the process straightforward and supportive so your family can move forward with confidence.
Steps to Apply
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Complete Your Application
- Complete the online application form via our admissions portal (new families) or myCAK (for current families adding a sibling).
- Submit the required documents.
- Review and accept our school's mission and statement of faith.
- Pay the one-time, nonrefundable application fee of $150.
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Required Documents
- Birth certificate
- TN Dept of Health Certificate of Immunization or religious exemption form
- Current and past transcripts
- Standardized test scores
- Educational support documentation, if applicable (such as IEP's, 504 plans, psychoeducational or diagnostic evaluations, and other relevant educational documentation)
- Additional records, as requested
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Student Entrance Testing
- The admissions staff will reach out to schedule your entrance assessment.
- CAK uses the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) for grades 2-12; an additional fee is payable directly to ISEE.
- For Pre-K through 1st grade, CAK elementary faculty will administer a one-on-one readiness assessment. The fee for this assessment is $150 and is payable to CAK.
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Family Interview
The family interview is a conversation designed to help us get to know your family and for you to learn more about our mission, values, and community. Together, we explore whether our school is the right fit for your child's educational and spiritual growth. -
Apply for Tuition Assistance & EFS (If Needed)
- CAK offers need-based tuition assistance to qualified families.
- Tuition assistance is a separate, independent application process from the admissions application process.
- CAK participates in the Tennessee Educational Freedom Scholarship program. To be eligible for tuition assistance, families must apply for the TN EFS scholarship. See our Tuition & Tuition Assistance page for more information.
We felt very supported and informed throughout the admissions process. The new family night, back-to-school picnic, and curriculum night at the beginning of the year helped us feel connected even before the school year started.
Ready to Take the Next Steps?
From your first inquiry to enrollment, our admissions team will walk alongside you each step of the way.
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