Writing, Film & Media Arts (WFMA)

Please complete an Inquiry Form before starting your online application. After submitting your form, you will receive our Viewbook, admission updates and invitations to events and performances.

Complete Inquiry Form

Our application process is structured to help us get to know you as a whole person and evaluate your readiness for a dual curriculum in arts and academics. Applying to Walnut Hill also allows you to get an inside look at our community of educators and artists and see for yourself if we are the right place for you!

You will find our preferred application on Slideroom*. Please see the “Important Dates” section for deadlines.

*Dance Major Applicants must submit a pre-audition video and an online application. You will be notified if you are invited to continue the admission process which would include an audition and an admission interview

Each application requires: biographical information, a student questionnaire, and a parent questionnaire. Applicants are asked to submit one academic teacher recommendation of the student's choice, one arts recommendation of the student's choice, and an official transcript. It is recommended that applicants request these documents directly from their online application. If you prefer to send a PDF version, please use the links below:

Transcript Request Form
Academic Teacher Recommendation
Arts Instructor Recommendation

Any student currently in a home-school environment is required to submit Standardized Test Results (SSAT) along with the supplement below:

Home-School Supplement

Application Fees: The application fee is $72 for U.S. citizens; $107 for international applicants. Fees are required to submit an online application.

Fee waivers are available upon request by emailing the Director of Enrollment Management, Kevin Smith at ksmith@walnuthillarts.org

If you have specific questions about your application, please be in touch with the Admission Office at 508.650.5020 or admissions@walnuthillarts.org. We are more than happy to help!

Complete an Application

An audition or portfolio review with a faculty member of the arts department to which you are applying is a requirement for all applicants. Please refer to the Audition and Portfolio Review page for specific criteria for each arts major.

*Dance Applicants must submit a pre-audition video along with their online application.

Schedule an Audition or Portfolio Review

Once an online application is submitted, Walnut Hill requires each applicant to interview with their assigned admission representative. Find your Admission representative below:

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