High School

For students who love ice hockey, choosing a high school is about more than finding a strong academic program. Families look for a school where their child can keep developing as an athlete, compete against skilled players, and access resources and opportunities that can lead to college-level play. Many U.S. private high schools offer competitive

Choosing an international boarding school is a big step for a family to take. A student is introduced to a new environment, living in the boarding school away from their family. Thus, it is natural for families to look for schools that offer the best outcome. Some may think the more prestigious the institution, the

In the U.S., students spend a lot of time engaging with current events, and for good reason. From early grades onward, teachers ask students to go beyond simple recall. They want students to ask why it happened, who it affects, and what different people think. That kind of thinking doesn’t just develop automatically. It builds

Toward the end of a boarding school interview, students are often given the opportunity to ask the interviewer questions.  Instead of simply saying, “No, I don’t have any,” students can use this opportunity to ask about something they genuinely want to understand. Thoughtful questions can help students learn more about the school while showing genuine curiosity

Academics, support, resources, residential life, and campus culture are important factors for families evaluating boarding schools. The key is to consider how each of these factors aligns with a student’s individual needs, interests, and goals. Rankings and numbers aren’t everything. This article highlights ten factors for evaluating a boarding school, including academics, teaching quality, resources,

Planning for a summer program in 2027? Now is the perfect time to start looking at applications. The 2027 summer program application cycle is already underway. Some programs open applications months before summer officially begins. A few important deadlines arrive as early as October and November 2026. Others, however, do not close until March 2027.

Among established New England boarding schools, Choate Rosemary Hall and The Hotchkiss School offer two distinct residential and academic environments. Both offer rigorous programs, residential campuses, and opportunities for students to explore their interests beyond the classroom. However, their campus settings, academic offerings, and extracurricular opportunities provide prospective families with different factors to consider when

Why Boarding Schools Ask About Strengths and Weaknesses When applying to boarding schools, students must go through an interview process. While application documents such as academic records, essays, and recommendations help admissions officers synthesize the student’s background, interviews offer an opportunity to learn more about the person behind the application. Questions about strengths and weaknesses

Move-in day at boarding school is exciting. You arrive on campus, settle into your dorm room, and meet your roommate for the first time. But after a few weeks, differences in schedules, habits, cleanliness, or personal boundaries can sometimes lead to tension. Sometimes, you discover your roommate stays up until midnight, leaves clothes scattered everywhere,

Boarding school applications can take several months to complete, from researching schools and preparing for testing to requesting recommendations, completing interviews, and submitting applications. Starting early gives families more time to understand each school’s requirements, explore different options, and avoid last-minute pressure. The goal is not to follow one rigid schedule, but to give students