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Partnering with Asian American families to unlock success at Monte Vista Christian School.
Monte Vista Christian School (MVCS) is a private, coeducational day and boarding school located in Watsonville, California. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, MVCS is known for its strong academic foundation, Christ-centered values, and dynamic learning environment. As one of the first Christian schools in the U.S. to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, MVCS blends academic rigor with spiritual growth, leadership development, and global awareness. The school welcomes both domestic and international students, offering a supportive and inclusive campus community. The admissions process involves academic records, interviews, essays, recommendations, and optional test scores—making careful preparation essential. Our trusted admissions consultants have helped Asian American families successfully navigate the Monte Vista Christian School admissions process. We provide personalized, step-by-step guidance in:
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6. Interview Preparation
7. SSAT/ISEE
At Cardinal Education, we help your child craft a thoughtful and polished application that highlights their academic potential, personal character, and alignment with Monte Vista Christian School’s values of faith, scholarship, and service.
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With a global client base spanning countries like Ghana, Russia, Egypt, Indonesia, Singapore, China, UAE, India, Brazil, Oman, Nigeria, South Korea, and the UK, Cardinal Education has earned its reputation as a leading consulting firm. Founded by Mr. Allen Koh of Stanford University nearly twenty years ago, we are committed to providing honest, effective, and highly personalized academic support for Asian Americans.
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As trusted admissions consultants, we offer the best boarding school admissions consulting and college counseling services that inspire students to reach their full potential.
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Address: 2 School Way, Watsonville, CA 95076
Monte Vista Christian School Admissions Website: https://www.mvcs.org/admissionsboarding
Student Population: 827
Average Class Size: 17
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Open House and Event Dates: EXPERIENCE LIFE AT MVC!
Explore our beautiful campus, meet teachers and students, and witness learning by visiting our classrooms.
*No EMVC events available at this time. EMVC events will resume Fall 2025.
High School Campus Tour
March 17, 2025
April 30, 2025
Middle School Campus Tour
March 20, 2025
April 29, 2025
Lower Grades Campus Tour
March 28, 2025
April 10, 2025
Application Deadline: Early Bird
December 15, 2024
Regular Deadline
February 15, 2025
After the deadline, applicants are considered on a rolling basis, if space permits.
Testing Policy: Foreign students must submit any of the following: DUOLINGO, TOEFL or TOEFL Jr. (school code 1867), iTEP SLATE proficiency assessment.
Essay Questions: Applications require a Parent Statement to be completed, which can be found on the Standard Application Online (SAO) application portal.
Interview Importance: High
Monte Vista Christian School College Counseling Department: https://www.mvcs.org/academics/academic-advising