Summer Session Applicants
The Phillips Academy Summer Session accepts academically qualified boys and girls who have completed the 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade. Students who have graduated from high school or who are 19 years old or older are not eligible for admission. Our policy is to open the experience to as many boys and girls as we can, and we think it is sound advice to students to seek different experiences every summer. However, students who have shown a commitment to the program, who have done well academically and who could benefit from returning to Andover are permitted to attend a second Summer Session, if space allows. They may not repeat the same courses.
These students must begin the process by FIRST sending a letter to the dean of admission explaining why they wish to return.
The admission committee looks for evidence that the applicant has the intellectual ability, the industry and the character to make the most of the Summer Session opportunity. The committee expects the applicant to have a strong school record and a serious desire to spend the summer in challenging, disciplined study.
- For this reason we do not permit weddings, family functions, athletic or academic pursuits to interfere with classes, which are held six days a week.
- Students must arrive on campus for the scheduled beginning of Summer Session and remain through the closing.
- Early departure means forfeiture of the Certificate of Attendance and course grades.
When should I apply?
Students may apply immediately. Application forms are available on the following web page: Instructions and application forms. Because we have rolling admission, there is no deadline in the usual sense of the term; however, many courses are filled by late March. It is advantageous to apply as early as possible. Decisions are made soon after applications are complete.
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Actively seeking qualified and promising students from a wide range of backgrounds, we do not want any qualified student to be denied the opportunity of attending the Summer Session due to his or her inability to pay. financial awards are granted according to financial need that is determined by computation based upon parental income and not academic performance. Given the fact that our funds are limited, in fairness to everyone, we ask students to apply for financial aid only if they cannot attend without it. Our limited funds also preclude offering financial aid to international students or to returning students. Early application is absolutely necessary for those requiring financial aid.
A Financial Aid Form is not sent automatically. Please write, call or e-mail to receive one.
All application forms, including the Financial Aid Form and copies of your IRS supporting documents and all other income tax forms used, must be completely and accurately filled out and postmarked no later than March 1. Students are informed of financial aid awards with their acceptance letter.
Phillips Academy Summer Session
180 Main Street
Andover MA 01810-4161
Phone Number: (978) 749-4400
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