The applying to independent and private schools can be a long process with a lot of steps to complete in the months leading up to the application deadlines. We’ve created a timeline to help families navigate the admissions process.
Admissions Assist is an online, self-paced course that guides you through each step of the admissions process, so that you can ensure every part of your application is as competitive as your test scores. Learn what to expect for each step of the admissions process, prepare for parent and student interviews, craft compelling application essays, and more.
Are teacher recommendations, grades, or test scores more important for your overall application? In this clip from our CEO's chat with placement expert Neal Kamsler, Neal talks about the different ways that schools might look at your ISEE & SSAT scores, and how those scores fit into the final decision.
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Greetings and happy summer! As you get ready to apply to independent and private schools this fall, we wanted to share some suggestions on what to do over the next month.Here is your August to do list: Register for the ISEE and/or SSATMake a “wish list” of attributesRequest materials from schoolsSchedule...
St. John’s School (St. John’s) is a leading K-12 college preparatory school located in Houston, Texas. With abundant opportunities in and out of the classroom, it draws a diverse array of applicants. It was the 5th most sought-after school in 2023.
The Hotchkiss School is a prestigious boarding school in Lakeville, CT. Its approximately 600 students receive a rigorous education. Hotchkiss is exclusive - only 18% of applicants are admitted. We’ve created this guide to assist you throughout the application process.
Noble and Greenough School, often referred to as Nobles, is one of the best independent schools in the nation and is frequently one of the top ten most sought-after schools. Applying to prominent schools can be daunting, so we’ve put together this guide to help you navigate the admissions process...
With the academic year winding down, many families are assessing whether or not their child’s current school is meeting their needs and expectations. If your family is exploring independent and private school options, then it’s time to start planning for the 2025-2026 school year application process!Applying to independent schools can...
Greenhill is a top day school in the Dallas area for students in grades pre-K through 12. We have created this guide to help you navigate the application process to Greenhill. Learn more about the application requirements and deadlines, and to explore helpful resources.
Riverdale Country School (Riverdale) is a highly regarded independent school in New York City. Serving students from pre-K through 12th grade, Riverdale promotes interdisciplinary learning and experience-based education.
Welcome back to school! I hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready for the new year.September is in many ways the ‘grand opening’ of the admissions process to independent schools. Spring and summer are the time to ease into the process, but now is when things really get...
