Commonly Asked Questions

Yes, MDCA is accredited by the National Christian School Association (NCSA), Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS), Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and Cognia.

MDCA serves almost 900 students from preschool through 12th grade on our beautiful 72-acre campus.

The best time to visit MDCA is while school is in session and the campus is alive with activity, but we are glad to schedule a campus visit anytime during the year. Students are welcome to join parents. We offer personalized weekday tours by appointment.

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Yes, we offer a student-shadowing program for students in grades K-12. Qualified applicants may schedule a shadow day with our Office of Enrollment Management. Email admissions@mdcacademy.org or call 352-720-0355 to schedule a time .

Online applications are typically available the first week of October for the following school year. While MDCA does offer rolling admissions (we are able to accept qualified candidates throughout the year provided seats are available), getting a head start on your application will ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible. 

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K-12 applicants for must provide results from a current grade-level assessment within the last 12 months to demonstrate proficiency in reading and math. The following assessments are accepted: ACT, SAT, PSAT, MAP Growth, iReady, FAST Reading: Grades 3-10, FAST Math: Grades 3-8, STAR Reading, STAR Early Literacy (K & 1). Applicants unable to provide one of the above assessments must take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE).

Contact the Enrollment Office for additional information: 352-720-0355 or admission@mdcacademy.org

MDCA does NOT offer academic, athletic, or other merit-based scholarships.

However, MDCA families may apply for educational scholarships through Step Up for Students and need-based financial aid for qualified K-12 families. Financial aid applications must be submitted and evaluated annually. 

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Please note: These scholarships will not cover the full cost of our tuition and fees. Families will be financially responsible for the remaining balance. Please reach out to our Business Office for additional information at 352-720-0916.

School times vary according to school level:

Before/After Care

Yes, before-school supervision (K-5) and after-school care are available (K-8) for students. Daily activities include snack time, homework period, peer-tutoring, organized/ supervised play, and theme-centered activities.

MDCA also offers on-campus enrichment clubs after school! You do not have to be enrolled in extended care to sign up for an enrichment club. 

Enrichment gives children opportunities to try new and varied activities that may not strictly fit into the curriculum, but that develop character, resilience, and motivation, and encourage them to pursue wider goals. These activities allow students to design, create, and learn without limits.  Learn more below.

extended Care/enrichment clubs

All K-12 students wear MDCA polos from our local uniform vendor, DG Promotions. Bottoms can be ordered from any vendor provided they meet the MDCA dress code.

Order from DG K-5 Suggested Bottoms 6-12 Suggested Bottoms

**Transition Period: Students may continue wearing uniforms purchased through Dennis through the 2025-2026 school year.