Admission Process

Take the next step toward an incredible educational experience.

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We’ve developed a step-by-step guide for families applying to Miss Porter’s School. It will walk you through every part of the application and admission process.

If you have any questions while preparing your application, please reach out to our Office of Admission at admission@missporters.org or 860-409-3530.

Important dates and deadlines

January 15 Admission Application Deadline | Financial Aid Application Deadline
February 1 Interview Deadline
March 10 Admission Decision Notification
April 10 Enrollment Decision Deadline

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How to Apply

Completing an inquiry form is your chance to share information about yourself and your interests. It also allows us to begin communicating with you about the school, upcoming events and important application information.

Complete an Inquiry Form

Attending an in-person or virtual event is a great way to meet future classmates and teachers and get a feel for our unique campus and community. If you choose to attend an on-campus event, you may also be able to schedule your interview while on campus.

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Campus visits are how we learn more about you and what you’re looking for in your high school experience and are an opportunity for you to get to know us. During your visit, you and your family will chat with an admission officer and get a look at our classrooms, facilities and dorms. Visits typically last around two hours and include a personal tour and interview.

If an in-person visit to campus isn’t feasible, please reach out to our Office of Admission to learn about virtual tour and interview options.

Schedule Your Visit

If you do choose to apply to Porter’s (and we hope you do!), you’ll start by creating a Standard Application Online (SAO) account. You’ll submit all application materials through this platform. For a complete list of the materials needed to complete your enrollment application, please review the Application Checklist below.

Admission and financial aid applications are both due by January 15.

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Apply for Financial Aid

All applicants will be notified of their admission status and financial aid awards by March 10.

We invite all accepted students to attend a Revisit Day event on our campus or schedule a Shadow Day to gain a deeper understanding of what life and learning are like at Porter’s.

By April 10, all accepted students who wish to enroll at Porter’s must submit their enrollment agreement and tuition deposit.