Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline for my application?

Applicants wishing to know of their acceptance on March 10 must complete an application by January 15. Applications will be accepted and considered for admission after this date on a rolling basis. Please let us know if you are having trouble getting all the materials to us by the deadline. If you have any questions, please call the Admission Office (802-387-6219).

If you are applying for financial aid all materials must be submitted by January 15. Accepted students who apply after this deadline will be added to a financial aid waitlist.

Do you accept mid-year applicants?

Every year we accept a small number of students for January entrance, space permitting. Financial aid is not available.

Can I type my essay questions?

Yes. We understand that, for many of us, typing essays is much easier! But as a part of the application, we do require a sample of your handwriting, When you visit, you will be asked to fill out a short questionnaire, which will suffice.

Do you accept the Common Application?

Yes. We accept the Boarding School Common Application Form in addition to our own application. You will need to submit the application fee ($40 Domestic, $75 International) along with the Common Application.

Learning Differences

While a small number of students admitted to The Putney School may consider themselves to have learning differences, we are committed to providing the same quality educational program to all our students. To that end, we do not modify the requirements of any course for a student. We do, however, permit a student to seek accommodations that enable him or her to meet the requirements of the course, within the regular structure of our school.

The Putney School does not have a special learning center, nor does it employ learning specialists as staff. An approved list of private tutors familiar with The Putney School’s curriculum can be obtained through the Academic Dean’s office when students require more assistance than occasional extra help. Parents are financially responsible for services provided by outside tutors.

Since it is The Putney School’s goal for all students to work independently, students requiring significant modification in a school program may be better served at another school.