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Admission and Affordability Application deadline: December 1
Admission and Affordability Decisions released: December 22
Enrollment Contracts due: January 16

Admission and Affordability Application deadline: February 10
Admission and Affordability Decisions released: March 10
Enrollment Contracts due: April 10

Admission and Affordability Application deadline: May 15
Admission and Affordability Decisions released: May 29
Enrollment Contracts due: June 10

Summer Rolling Admission as space and funding permit after May 15.

Before beginning your application, please complete our Inquiry Form.

• Connect with your Admission Representative for guidance and support.
• Receive important admission updates.
• Register for a tour, visit day, and on-campus events.
• Get invitations to performances and exhibitions.

For Dance Applicants (Boston Ballet School Professional Division):

• Submit a Pre-Audition Video via SlideRoom before applying.
• Results are sent by email (usually within one week).
• Selected students will be invited to an on-campus or virtual audition.
• Complete an Inquiry to receive the submission link and requirements.

SUBMIT AN INQUIRY

We accept two application formats:

• Walnut Hill Application
• Standard Application Online (SAO) — ideal if applying to multiple independent schools

Apply with the SAO

Application Fee

• $85 for U.S. citizens
• $120 for international applicants

Application Materials

1. Demographic Information

• Basic background and family details (completed by a parent/guardian).

2. Questionnaires

• Student Questionnaire – short answers about your academic and artistic background, interests, and perspectives.
• Parent/Guardian Questionnaire – short answers giving insight into your student's strengths and development.

3. Academic Records

• Upload unofficial transcripts from the past three years, including the current year if available.

4. Recommendation Forms

• Math Teacher Recommendation (current or most recent).
• Secondary Recommendation from another teacher, arts instructor, counselor, or administrator.

5. Testing Requirements

• English Proficiency (required): Duolingo English Test for students whose native language is not English.
• SSAT (optional): Required only for homeschooled applicants (plus a Home-School Supplement).
• Character Skills Snapshot (optional): A holistic look at your strengths and preferences.

Your artistic review is an essential part of your application.

• Schedule an In-Person or Virtual Audition (Music, Theater, and Dance applicants)
• Schedule an In-Person or Virtual Portfolio Review (Visual Art, and Writing, Film & Media Arts applicants)

View Audition & Portfolio Review Requirements

Every applicant completes a 30-minute interview with an Admission Representative.

• Available in person or via Zoom
• A chance for us to learn more about your goals and passion for the arts
• Your opportunity to ask questions and get to know Walnut Hill

Walnut Hill is committed to making an arts education accessible. Families seeking need-based tuition assistance should complete the Affordability Grant application through Clarity.

Learn more about Affordability GrantS