John Paul the Great Catholic University

Escondido, CA · private nonprofit

Admissions

•Personal profile: Name, address, demographics, citizenship.
•Family: Parent/guardian education and occupation (used for first-gen context).
•Education: Current school, GPA/rank if reported, courses & grades, planned senior courses.
•Testing: SAT/ACT scores (self-reported); many schools are test-optional or test-blind — check per school.
•Activities: Up to 10 activities with role, hours/week, weeks/year.
•Personal essay: One 250–650 word essay from the Common App prompts.
•Recommendations: Counselor recommendation + typically 1–2 teacher recommendations.
•School supplements: Per-school essays and questions (the 'Why us', short-answer, etc.).

How did you develop an interest in this field, and what aspect of it interests you the most? Do you have any experience yet in this field?
What are your career goals? What do you envision after graduation from college?
At JPCatholic, our commitment to our Catholic identity is paramount. The teachings of Jesus Christ form our foundation and the Sacraments are at the center of our campus life. Describe why such an environment appeals to you.
Read through the Curriculum Page (see below). Do you feel that JPCatholic’s unique academic model, year round structure, and small campus culture is a good fit for you? Why or why not?
JPCatholic’s mission is to “Impact Culture for Christ.” Why do you want to be part of this mission?
What is a brand that you admire for their advertising and marketing strategies? What do you think they do well?
What are your top considerations in selecting a college? (faith, academics, size, geographic location, scholarships, etc.)
What types of extracurricular and/or leadership activities have you been involved with in the last four years? How have these experiences helped you to grow as a person?
What positive qualities will you bring to the student body at JPCatholic?

Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).