Admissions

A place where your child will be known

Choosing a school is one of the biggest decisions you'll make. At St. Joseph Marquette, students are known by name, challenged to grow, and supported by a community that feels like family.

Start here

Every family starts with the same questions

Wherever you are in the decision, here's where to find what you need.

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Why St. Joe's

Is St. Joe's right for your family?

See what sets a St. Joe's education apart, and why families of all faiths and backgrounds choose us.

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Tuition and aid

Can we afford a private school?

Explore tuition, payment plans, and the financial assistance that puts St. Joe's within reach for more families than most expect.

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Enrollment

How do I enroll my child?

St. Joseph Marquette has a simple, step-by-step path with guidance from paperwork to your child's first day.

See it for yourself

The best way to know if St. Joe's fits your family is to experience a school day firsthand. Walk the halls, meet our teachers, and ask every question while you're here.

Plan your visit

Stopping by campus or the front office? Find what you need before you come, where to park, who to ask for, and what to expect when you walk through the doors.

How it works

Five simple steps

From your first hello to your child's first day, here's the whole path.

Step 1

Call or reach out online

Tell us about your child and what you're looking for. Reach out by phone or online to get started.

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Step 2

Take a tour

Call the school to set up a tour with Sarah, our office manager. Tours run 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 3

Review the cost

Explore tuition, payment plans, and the financial assistance that puts St. Joe's within reach.

Step 4

Enroll

Submit a registration form with a copy of your child's birth certificate and the $125 registration fee (cash, check, or online). New students then complete a short readiness assessment in reading, writing, and math, reviewed by the principal.

Step 5

Welcome to St. Joe's

Once enrolled, new students settle into their classrooms and begin their year as part of the St. Joseph Marquette community.

Admissions · 2026–27 enrollment open

Experience St. Joseph Marquette for yourself

Discover why generations of Yakima Valley families have chosen St. Joseph Marquette and continue to call it home.

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