100% Need-Blind Admission
Understanding Need-Blind AdmissionHeidi Jamieson, Director of Finanical Aid
“We’re one of the few independent schools in the country to admit students regardless of financial need; the official term for this is “need-blind admission.” We meet 100 percent of each student’s demonstrated financial need with scholarship grants. This means no loans and no debt.”
Learn More about Need-Blind AdmissionStudent Population
Students from
47
Countries
41
States/Territories
- 46
- 54
46%
Students receive
financial aid
14 years
of need-blind admission
300+
courses with
150
electives
12
students in the
average class
60+
interscholastic teams in
21
different sports
400+
students engaged in community engagement programs each term
21
miles to Boston
10
minute-walk to the
town of Andover
A Day in the Life
“My dorm is filled with a great group of guys. My friends make it feel like home.”
STUDENTS
Adaora, Lower
Dagny, Upper
Frank, Senior
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“My favorite thing about Andover is the collaboration and conversation. This is an intellectual wonderland for those who seek it.”
STUDENTS
Joe, Lower
Adaora, Lower
Dagny, Upper
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“What’s so great about Andover is that even when you’re doing work, it’s still fun because you're doing it with all your friends.”
STUDENTS
Joe, Lower
Adaora, Lower
Frank, Senior
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“I’m still as excited as when I first applied. It’s literally everything that I wanted it to be, and I’m just really happy that I’m here.”
STUDENTS
Joe, Lower
Dagny, Upper
Frank, Senior
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Hector’s work explores official histories, American patriotism, and the Military-Industrial Complex
ARTS
Abbey Siegfried
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Joel Jacob
Chair and Instructor of Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science Department on the Harris Family Instructorship, House Counselor, BJV1 Squash Coach, Advisor
In his role as chair, Mr. Jacob helps students find the right courses and works to support the teachers in the Math department.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
Jenny K. Elliott ’94, P’22, ’24
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“I get to collaborate with incredible community partners to create and operate meaningful community engagement programs.”
ADVISORS
Paul Murphy ’84 P’16, ’19, ’22
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In addition to teaching English, Bridget is the Director of our Community and Multicultural Development (CAMD) office
INSTRUCTORS
Nick Zufelt
Lilia Cai-Hurteau
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Nick Zufelt
Computer Science Instructor, Complementary House Counselor, Tang Fellow, Brace Center Advisor, Track Coach
In addition to being a computer science instructor, Nick is a Tang Institute Fellow working on the ethi{CS} project.
INSTRUCTORS
Lilia Cai-Hurteau
Bridget Tsemo
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Abbey Siegfried
Music Department Chair, Academy Organist, Conductor of Fidelio and the Phillips Academy Chorus, House Counselor
“I always say that I love music—obviously, I’m a musician—but I love people more than I love music.”
ARTS
Hector Membreno-Canales
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Lilia Cai-Hurteau
Chair and Instructor in Chinese on the Dr. Yuan Han Instructorship, Co-Advisor of Asian Women Empowerment, 2018 Faculty Fellow of Brace Center for Gender Studies, Ed.D. in Leadership in Schooling
Dr. Cai’s research interests include Asian American feminist leadership and the decolonization of global education.
INSTRUCTORS
Nick Zufelt
Bridget Tsemo
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Complementary house counselor in Taylor House and varsity football coach
COACHES
Martha Fenton ’83
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Martha Fenton ’83
Girls’ Ice and Field Hockey Coach, West Quad North Cluster Dean, Physical Education Instructor
“My passions are much the same as when I was a student, except now I am on the teaching and coaching sides of wellness and sports.”
COACHES
Charles “Trey” V. Brown ’12
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Paul Murphy ’84 P’16, ’19, ’22
Math Instructor, House Counselor, Girls' Varsity Swimming Varsity Coach, Advisor, Father, Husband, Former Dean of Students, Former Director of Summer Session.
“The longer I'm here, the more I learn. It is a rich place of deep traditions, but is hardly traditional.”
ADVISORS
Monique Cueto-Potts
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“I see my role as a bridge between different groups and a partner with lots of different people.”
WELLNESS
Amy Patel
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Dr. Patel is passionate about educating adolescents about health and developing lifelong healthy habits.
WELLNESS
Susan Esty P’22
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Jenny K. Elliott ’94, P’22, ’24
History Instructor, Assistant Head of School for Residential Life, Dean of Students, Advisor, Girls Varsity Squash Coach, EBI Instructor, Alumna, Parent, Dog Lover, Crossword Puzzler, Yoga Practicer, Runner, Hiker
Ms. Elliott delights in spending time with students: in the classroom, on the courts, from the sidelines, in the audience, or at a meal.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
Joel Jacob
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Be Curious About Everything
Fully Supporting Students
EDUCATOR & THOUGHT LEADER
Action with Accountability
At A Glance
Learning at Andover
Intensely interactive and distinct courses
Need-Blind Admission
Meeting 100% of each student’s demonstrated financial need
Leadership
Meet Dr. Raynard Kington, our 16th Head of School
Equity & Inclusion
Reaffirming our priorities with an expanded call to action
Headlines From Campus
Saving Abbot
How love, perseverance, and strong women protected a legacy for future generations
Andover’s Atlantis
Unlocking a little-known segment of the Academy’s multicultural history
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