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2025.07.20

How to Apply to Boarding Schools

Everything You Need to Apply to Top U.S. Boarding Schools 🏆📄🇺🇸

Applying to a U.S. boarding school requires planning at least one year in advance. This guide walks you through the entire process—school selection, English test preparation, document submission, and final decisions—month by month.

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How to Apply to Boarding Schools

Application Timeline & Key Steps

July to October: Planning & Preparation

  • Set Your Direction & School Preferences:
    • Decide on: location, school size, co-ed or single-sex, religious affiliation, student population, teacher-student ratio, achievements, educational philosophy, academic programs, resources.
  • Prepare & Register for Standardized English Tests:
    • Tests: TOEFL, SAT, Duolingo, or IELTS.
  • Prepare Required Documents:
    • Identify referees for recommendation letters.
    • Begin compiling necessary documents.

October to December: Applications

  • Finalize List of Schools: Research and confirm schools you wish to apply to.
  • Submit English Test Scores: Complete and submit all required standardized tests.
  • Organize & Edit Application Documents:
    • Write and refine your Statement of Purpose (SOP), essays, study plan, and other documents.
  • Submit Applications:
    • Use the Standard Application Online (SAO) platform or school-specific forms.

January to June: Results & Confirmation

  • Await Admission Results: Schools usually notify applicants during this period.
  • Confirm Your Choice: Decide which school to attend and complete final enrollment steps.
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