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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 10
A Conversation with Andover in Singapore
09/10/2026 6:00 PM 09/10/2026 7:30 PM America/New_York Andover A Conversation with Andover in Singapore

Please join Jim Ventre '79, Assistant Head of School for Admission and Financial Aid, and Jill Thompson, Associate Dean & Director of Admission, for A Conversation with Andover in Singapore!

To register for this event, please click here.

The Fullerton Hotel

6:00 p.m.

September 11
A Conversation with Andover in Hong Kong
09/11/2026 6:00 PM 09/11/2026 7:30 PM America/New_York Andover A Conversation with Andover in Hong Kong

Please join Jim Ventre '79, Assistant Head of School for Admission and Financial Aid, and Jill Thompson, Associate Dean & Director of Admission, for A Conversation with Andover in Hong Kong!

To register for this event, please click here.

Conrad Hong Kong, Grand Ballroom

6:00 p.m.

September 13
A Conversation with Andover in Shanghai
09/13/2026 6:00 PM 09/13/2026 7:30 PM America/New_York Andover A Conversation with Andover in Shanghai

Please join Jim Ventre '79, Assistant Head of School for Admission and Financial Aid, and Jill Thompson, Associate Dean & Director of Admission, for A Conversation with Andover in Shanghai!

To register for this event, please click here.

Jing A Shangri-La Shanghai

6:00 p.m.

September 14
A Conversation with Andover in Hangzhou
09/14/2026 5:00 PM 09/14/2026 6:30 PM America/New_York Andover A Conversation with Andover in Hangzhou

Please join Jim Ventre '79, Assistant Head of School for Admission and Financial Aid, and Jill Thompson, Associate Dean & Director of Admission, for A Conversation with Andover in Hangzhou! 

To register for this event, please click here.

Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake

5:00 p.m.

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850 Boarding, 310 Day

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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 Coach

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James Beaudoin

Admission Officer

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Chris Powers P’28

Admission Officer

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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

Interim 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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Katie Kreider ’14

Assistant Director of Admission

Kate Leary

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