2/1/2027application deadline

Admission

for You

From friendships that last a lifetime to skills that propel you through college and into successful careers, an Andover education can be the spark that starts it all.

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Upcoming Events

Register to learn all about Andover academics, campus life, athletics, arts, and much more!

September 19
Ten Schools Admission Organization: San Francisco
09/19/2026 1:00 PM 09/19/2026 3:00 PM America/New_York Andover Ten Schools Admission Organization: San Francisco

Please join us for a Ten Schools Admission Organization (TSAO) reception in San Francisco to explore the benefits of attending a boarding school. 

TSAO events are hosted by admission representatives from member schools and are designed to offer insight into how the academic, co-curricular, and residential life opportunities offered at boarding schools will prepare you for a life fueled by learning, exploring, and friendship. 

To register for this event, please complete the form on the Ten Schools event page.

Cathedral School

1:00 p.m.

September 19
Ten Schools Admission Organization: Miami
09/19/2026 2:00 PM 09/19/2026 4:00 PM America/New_York Andover Ten Schools Admission Organization: Miami

Please join us for a Ten Schools Admission Organization (TSAO) reception in Miami to explore the benefits of attending a boarding school. 

TSAO events are hosted by admission representatives from member schools and are designed to offer insight into how the academic, co-curricular, and residential life opportunities offered at boarding schools will prepare you for a life fueled by learning, exploring, and friendship. 

To register for this event, please complete the form on the Ten Schools event page.

DoubleTree Hilton Hotel Miami

2:00 p.m.

September 20
Ten Schools Admission Organization: Atlanta
09/20/2026 1:00 PM 09/20/2026 3:00 PM America/New_York Andover Ten Schools Admission Organization: Atlanta

Please join us for a Ten Schools Admission Organization (TSAO) reception in Atlanta to explore the benefits of attending a boarding school. 
 

TSAO events are hosted by admission representatives from member schools and are designed to offer insight into how the academic, co-curricular, and residential life opportunities offered at boarding schools will prepare you for a life fueled by learning, exploring, and friendship. 
 

To register for this event, please complete the form on the Ten Schools event page.

The Whitley/Buckhead

1:00 p.m.

September 20
Ten Schools Admission Organization: Palo Alto
09/20/2026 1:00 PM 09/20/2026 2:30 PM America/New_York Andover Ten Schools Admission Organization: Palo Alto

Please join us for a Ten Schools Admission Organization (TSAO) reception in Palo Alto to explore the benefits of attending a boarding school. 

TSAO events are hosted by admission representatives from member schools and are designed to offer insight into how the academic, co-curricular, and residential life opportunities offered at boarding schools will prepare you for a life fueled by learning, exploring, and friendship. 

To register for this event, please complete the form on the Ten Schools event page.

Mitchell Park Community Center

1:00 p.m.

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850 Boarding, 310 Day

*numbers reflect a a typical year

Need-Blind Admission

Andover is one of the few independent schools to meet 100 percent of each student’s demonstrated financial need—and we meet that need with grants (essentially scholarships), not loans.

Big Blue and You—Prepare for Takeoff!

Team Shuman

The Andover Admission Office is eager to assist you as you search for an independent high school.

Jim Ventre ’79

“No one goes through life at Andover without the help and support of others.”

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Jill Thompson

“It is wonderful to be a part of a community where students, faculty, and staff can feel comfortable being who they are.”

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Heidi Jamieson P’12

“The best part of my job is having the opportunity to speak with families, not only about financial aid but also about themselves.”

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Jessica Acosta-Chavez ’06

"One of my favorite things is seeing a student light up when they talk about their passions."

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Pete Dignard ’07

“Andover is a place where it is cool to be smart and kindness matters.”

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Sarah H. Carroll

"There is no typical 'Andover student' and that's what makes this place so special."

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Terrell Ivory ’00

While working as director of Basketball Operations at Davidson College, TI shared the bench with a young Steph Curry.

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Lela A. Paultre

Assistant Director of DEI Outreach & Assistant Director of Admission

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Sara Parker P’23, ’25, ’26

Assistant Director of Admission

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Charles V. “Trey” Brown ’12

Complementary House Counselor in Taylor House and Varsity Football Assistant Coach

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James Beaudoin

Admission Officer

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Chris Powers P’28

Admission Officer

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Kate Leary

Assistant Director of Admission and Head Coach of Girls' Varsity Hockey

Katie Kreider ’14

Assistant Director of Admission

Rev. Gina M. Finocchiaro ’97

Rev. Gina Finocchiaro is ordained in the United Church of Christ and is deeply involved in social justice issues.

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Andrea Prescott Gerakaris P’22, ’24

Business Manager, Admission & Financial Aid; parent of Ethan ’22 and Caleb ’24

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Jo-Anne Love P’06

Director of Office Operations, Parent of Jamie ’06

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Sloan Kennedy

Coordinator of Special Projects

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Terri Layton

Office Manager, Office of Admission

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Stacey Murphy P’23

Welcome Ambassador and Administrative Assistant; parent of Joe ’23

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Daniel Lopez-Martinez

Administrative Assistant

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Brooke Naatz

Administrative Coordinator

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