We have
enjoyed getting to know our applicants over the fall, and we look forward to staying
connected as we begin reviewing applications.
We know how much time and effort has been
devoted to the application process, and we will be formally contacting families within the next few weeks to share the Admissions Committee’s
decision. In the meantime, we thought you might find it useful
information for families to understand how admissions selections are made.
As you would expect,
it is the goal of the Dwight-Englewood School to enroll dynamic classes of
talented, motivated, and responsible students. We seek academically strong
students with the skills, interests, and commitment that will enhance our
academic community and contribute to the life of the school in a variety of
ways, including the arts, athletics, leadership and service. We value
diversity and varying perspectives within Dwight-Englewood.
Acceptance to Dwight-Englewood is selective: offering places to students whose abilities fall within a range that is likely to predict success in our academic program. In addition, we consider greatly the degree to which students express a commitment to participating in the life of the community as well as uphold the core values and ethical standard set within our community. Admissions decisions, which are determined by an Admissions Committee, are generally based on the following areas:
Acceptance to Dwight-Englewood is selective: offering places to students whose abilities fall within a range that is likely to predict success in our academic program. In addition, we consider greatly the degree to which students express a commitment to participating in the life of the community as well as uphold the core values and ethical standard set within our community. Admissions decisions, which are determined by an Admissions Committee, are generally based on the following areas:
●
Academic record and recommendations
● Admission testing
● Interview
● Demonstrated talent, interest, and experience that enhance the class and school
● School readiness, behavioral maturity and motivation to learn
● Student writing samples
● Comparison with other applicants in the pool
● Admission testing
● Interview
● Demonstrated talent, interest, and experience that enhance the class and school
● School readiness, behavioral maturity and motivation to learn
● Student writing samples
● Comparison with other applicants in the pool
By outlining the
factors considered, we hope applicants and their families will understand how important each component of
the application is to the Committee in determining admission.
All the Best,
Dr. Sherronda L. Brown
Director of Enrollment
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