Every year, we welcome a new class of future leaders and global citizens. If your family is considering a Putney education, know that we’ve made our application process simple and streamlined. What kind of person does best here? Someone who is curious, dynamic, adventurous, and ready to become the best version of themself.
Applying to
Putney
STEP 1
Get In Touch
Register your interest. Our admissions team are ready to show you all possibilities of a Putney education and answer any questions you might have.
STEP 2
Schedule a visit
You are very welcome to see Putney for yourself. Schedule a visit to experience what life here is like.
STEP 3
Start your application
We want to know your truest self. Our application process allows you to share just that. We’re here to help you on every step of your journey to and through Putney. We can’t wait to meet you!
Our Process
We have an intentional admissions process designed for each kind of student. Whether you’re a traditional applicant or an international student, or you’re applying in the middle of the school year, we’ve got everything you need to know.
Regular Admission
Ready to start your application? Go through our checklist to make sure you have everything covered.
International Admission
Applicants who live outside the United States should follow the same process as U.S. residents, with only a few differences.
Midyear Admission
If space permits, we will consider applications for midyear openings, beginning early in January, when students return from winter break.
Application Checklist
- A student profile questionnaire
- Your school transcripts
- For student essays in response to questions on the application form
- Three brief parent essays in response to questions on the application form
- Two teacher recommendations: one from a current English/humanities teacher and one from a current math/science teacher
- A school report from your principal or guidance counselor
- Personal recommendations (optional)
- Standardized test scores (optional)
- Any psychological or educational testing reports (email separately as attachments or send as hard copies)
- Application fee($75 for both domestics and International applicants)
Meet the admission team.
Our team is an eclectic group, with many different backgrounds and histories. We all believe deeply in the value of progressive education, and enjoy seeing how it changes Putney students, every day.
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