Five Frequently Asked Questions

Q – What makes Sierra Lutheran Distinctive?
A – Sierra Lutheran's reputation for providing top tier, one-on-one instruction in a Christian setting has been the catalyst for the school's success. SLHS places the highest percentage of graduates in college of any high school in the greater Carson City area.

Q – How Would You Describe Campus Life at SLHS?
A – SLHS students are known for their renaissance approach to co-curricular education, which is exhibited in their multidimensional involvement on campus.

Q – Is Financial Assistance Available?
A - Sierra Lutheran High School is pleased to offer need-based tuition assistance for qualified applicants. To be considered for assistance, students / families must first go through the SLHS admissions process then submit the necessary financial assistance application, which can be found under the “Admissions” link on the SLHS website.

Q – Does SLHS Have a Dress Code?
A - Yes. SLHS believes in a school culture that values a professional appearance from its faculty, staff, and students. Various prescribed wardrobe options are made available for students' individual tastes.

Q - Must a Student be Lutheran to Attend SLHS ?
A - No. Sierra Lutheran's Non-discrimination Policy states that Sierra Lutheran admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to the students of the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletic or any other school-related program.