Admission Criteria and Appointment Overview

We welcome you to request information or apply online through our online application process.

Admission Criteria

We determine eligibility to attend, in this order of priority:

1. Student Interest and Commitment to Attend the Academy
2. Attendance and Discipline Records
3. Grade Point Average (G.P.A.)
4. Test Scores
5. Student Survey and Writing Sample


Testing

U.S. Applicants: We prefer to receive SSAT or ISEE scores, or other supplemental test scores.  As an option, if a test site is not available, we offer the OLSAT exam in our Admission Office. 

International Applicants: For international applicants, we require submission of scores from TOEFL or SSAT exams. We give first priority to students who score in the intermediate range.

Note: All international applicants must complete a SKYPE interview.  

TOEFL IBT.......minimum score of 52

TOEFL CBT......minimum score of 150

TOEFL Paper...minimum score of 450


Appointment

U.S. Students: Parents are required to set an appointment. The appointment entails a campus tour, student interview, parent consultation and in-house testing (if required).  Please allow 3 hours for your appointment.

International Students: Parents are required to schedule a Skype interview for their son with the International Admission Counselor.

U.S. Students - Living Abroad: Parents are required to schedule a phone or Skype interview, or a campus appointment with the International Admission Counselor. 


Contact Information

Phone: 888.762.2338

Please see the "Schedule a Visit" page for items to bring to your appointment and driving directions.

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