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Admission
International Applicants
Berwick Academy welcomes applications from all over the world. We value the diverse perspective, culture, and experience of all students, including those joining us from other countries. International students are welcomed from day one and the small dorm setting allows those students to immediately join a supportive community and immerse themselves in everyday life on the Hilltop.
Small, Family-Style Living
Our admission process is the same for all applicants (Learn More & Apply), regardless of nationality or citizenship. The only additional requirement for an international applicant is an English proficiency test. We do not offer English as a Second Language (ESL), so applicants must demonstrate a level of competency to indicate their ability to find success as a Berwick student with minimal support.
FAQ's
For questions related to I-20s, Visas, Health Insurance, US bank accounts, etc. please see our International Student Checklist and Frequently Asked Questions.
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Are international students required to visit campus for an in-person interview?
No, we do not require an in-person interview, though we prefer in-person whenever possible. We are happy to schedule a virtual (Zoom) interview; however, we cannot schedule an interview until we receive the applicant profile and test of English proficiency. -
Can international students apply as day students?
International students who will reside in the area with a parent/guardian for the entire school year may apply as a day student. -
Do you accept international students in lower grades?
Our boarding program is strictly for grades 9-12/PG; however, if an international student will reside locally with a parent/guardian for the entire school year and is able to demonstrate English proficiency, they are welcome to apply for Lower or Middle School placement. -
Do you offer financial aid for international students?
Berwick Academy offers a limited amount of need-based financial aid to international students. To learn more about financial aid and how to apply, visit our Affording Berwick page. -
Other questions?
Please contact Director of Enrollment and Marketing, Molly Gabarro at mgabarro@berwickacademy.org
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Berwick Academy
31 Academy Street
South Berwick, Maine 03908
Contact:
Admission | 207.384.6300
Main Office | 207.384.2164
South Berwick, Maine 03908
Contact:
Admission | 207.384.6300
Main Office | 207.384.2164
Berwick Academy, situated on an 80-acre campus just over one hour north of Boston, serves 520 students, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 and Postgraduates. Berwick students are from Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and several countries. Deeply committed to its mission of promoting virtue and useful knowledge, Berwick Academy empowers students to be creative and bold. Berwick strives to graduate alumni who shape their own learning, take risks, ask thoughtful questions, and come to understand and celebrate their authentic selves.
