Transferring to Bishop Luers
Transferring to Bishop Luers
A New Chapter. A Stronger Future. Your Place Among the Knights.
At Bishop Luers High School, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to thrive academically, grow spiritually, and discover their full potential. Whether you're seeking a more challenging academic environment, a faith-centered education, or a stronger sense of community, Bishop Luers offers a welcoming place to begin your next chapter.
Bishop Luers High School welcomes transfer students. Each student requesting to transfer will be reviewed on an individual basis, taking into consideration academic performance, student records, and the ability to successfully transition into our school community.
Your Journey to Becoming a Knight.
We understand that transferring schools is an important decision for students and families. Our Admissions Team is committed to making the transition as smooth and welcoming as possible by providing personalized guidance throughout the process.
As a Bishop Luers student, you'll discover a supportive environment where academic excellence, faith, leadership, athletics, performing arts, and extracurricular opportunities come together to create an exceptional high school experience.
Take the Next Step
Your future as a Knight starts here!
We invite prospective transfer students and their families to connect with our Admissions Team to learn more about transfer eligibility, academic requirements, tuition assistance, and the enrollment process.
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Contact our Admissions Office today to explore the possibilities and discover what it means to be part of the Bishop Luers family.
Grade 9 – second semester and Grades 10-12:
1. A student who desires to transfer to BLHS is expected to present an unofficial transcript and a copy of his/her health record from the school he/she currently attends. Transfers normally are accepted at the beginning of each semester unless the student recently has moved into the Fort Wayne area.
2. A completed application form along with a $20 non-refundable application fee must be submitted to be considered for acceptance. A copy of the student’s last standardized test scores, unofficial transcript and a copy of the student’s most recent report card must accompany the application. The student’s official date of application is the date that the completed application, supplemental materials and the application fee are received. If the student is accepted, the $20 application fee will be applied towards the $155 registration fee; with the $135 remaining registration fee due upon acceptance.
3. Students transferring to Bishop Luers are required to complete an interview for enrollment with a school official prior to acceptance.
4. Students will select their academic courses during a conference with a school counselor, principal or the assistant principal during a time arranged with the school.
5. All financial and other obligations to the student’s previous school must be completed prior to enrollment at Bishop Luers High School.
6. Students transferring from another Catholic school within the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend must notify the principal of his/her present school before any transfer will be considered.
7. Parents/guardians and the student will be notified by BLHS whether admission is granted. The notification of admission or non-admission of transfer students will be completed as quickly as possible following receipt of all application materials and fees. A request for the release of school records will be sent by BLHS so all official school records can be forwarded to BLHS.
8. A transferring student’s enrollment is not considered final until the above steps are completed.
9. It is the general policy of the school not to accept any student currently on probation with the judicial system and/or who has been expelled from another school within the past six months.