Q. When do we begin the admission process?
A. The admission process for applicants begins the year prior to entry.
Q. When do we submit the application?
A. The admission office encourages families to submit the application by the end of December as it often takes a few weeks for teacher recommendations to be completed and mailed in once the application is on file. The end of December guideline enables current teachers adequate time to complete reference forms. In order to be considered in our first round of decisions, applications must be completed by January 15 for grades PK-8 and February 1 for Grades 9-12. However, we continue to accept applications beyond that date.
Q. When do we schedule a visit for our child?
A. Campus tours and interviews may be scheduled beginning in October through the end of February. Students applying to grades 1-8 will be required to spend a day in our community. Students applying to grades 9-12 may choose to spend a day in our community after an application had been submitted.
Q. How do we apply for financial aid?
A. As early as November 1 parents must submit a PFS (Parent Financial Statement) to SSS (School and Student Services). This may be completed on-line by going to the SSS by NAIS website. You will need to mail SSS a copy of your most recent federal income tax return. These steps must be completed by December 30 for returning students and January 10 for new applicants. Financial aid awards will be made only if your family’s financial aid file and application are complete. Please visit the Affording BA page for additional information.
Q. If we are applying for financial aid, does our child stand a lesser chance of being accepted?
A. During the first round of admission meetings, all applicants have equal opportunity for acceptance without regard to the family’s ability to pay. However, during subsequent meetings, it may be necessary to consider an applicant’s financial need as the budget may be limited by previously admitted students.
Q. When will we know if our child has been accepted?
A. Accepted students in the Lower and Middle Schools are notified by February 10. Accepted students for the Upper School are notified by March 10.
Q. When will we know if our family will receive financial aid?
A. If your family’s financial aid file is complete and if need is demonstrated, any financial aid award will accompany your child’s acceptance letter.
Q. When must we formally enroll our child?
A. Lower and Middle School families must formally enroll children by March 1, Upper School by April 10.
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