A Place of Limitless Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in Phillips Academy. We are excited to get to know you as you embark on the application process. Please note that we are no longer accepting applications for fall 2021. Our application for Fall 2022 is now available online, and is not due until February 1, 2022. Due to the ongoing public health situation, our campus is currently closed to visitors. Please visit our virtual events page to learn more about our school. We will conduct virtual interviews with interested Fall 2022 candidates; please visit our self-service portal to book your interview appointment.
We are proud to be entering our 14th year of need-blind admission. Guided by our school’s founding principle of youth from every quarter, we seek to admit talented students of all backgrounds into our intentionally diverse community. Especially during this momentous time in US history, we value the opportunities this presents. We stand with students and families speaking out against racism and injustice and remain deeply committed to education for a greater good.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at (978) 749-4050 or admissions@andover.edu if you have any questions or if we can be helpful in any way.
Sincerely,
Jim Ventre ’79
Assistant Head of School for Admission and Financial Aid
Jill Thompson
Director of Admission
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Be daring. First of all, don’t be afraid to apply. I never thought I’d even get into Andover. But I got in—and I got financial aid. Without it, I wouldn’t be here.
”You come to Andover because of the 1,100 other students who come to Andover. They are, as our founding charter calls for them to be, “youth from every quarter.” They’re talented in quirky and serious ways, they have ideas and opinions like— but mostly unlike—yours, they have fascinating histories and surprising ambitions and generous hearts. They come because they love ideas and learning and discovering. And they come because maybe you will be here too.
Meet the Admissions Team
The Andover Admission Office is eager to assist you as you search for an independent high school.
Jim Ventre ’79
“Our holistic review aligns your experiences, character, academic achievement, and talent with our community values! You belong at Andover!”
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Jill Thompson
“Many of your teachers noted that you say “thank you” to them at the end of class. Sometimes it’s the small things that make a difference!”
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Vivien Valenzuela Mallick
“So many of you wrote about cooking and baking in your applications. Reading your files made me hungry! Congrats and welcome!”
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Heidi Jamieson
“I am excited to get to know you and to make sure you have everything you need for a successful career at Andover.”
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Kevin Graber
“We can’t wait to see you in the fall, and please don’t hesitate to contact me if there’s anything I can do to help.”
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Jessica Acosta-Chavez ’06
“Congratulations! ¡Felicidades! Parabéns! Our kind community is one of the many reasons why I chose Andover – twice!”
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Charles “Trey” V. Brown ’12
“I hope to see all of you in the fall! I have no doubt you will be a part of one of the strongest classes at PA.”
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Sarah H. Carroll
“Reading all of your applications and learning about your unique talents and interests is what I look forward to all year.”
view full profile scarroll@andover.edu
Pete Dignard ’07
“Andover is a place where it is cool to be smart and kindness matters.”
view full profile pdignard@andover.edu
Terrell Ivory ’00
“Being a postgrad at Andover changed my life in a positive way and I am forever grateful that this is my home now.”
view full profile tivory@andover.edu
Jamie Hagerman Phinney
Whether reading your application or meeting you on Zoom, the sense of joy for the future of our school was overwhelming!
jhagermanphinney@andover.edu
Lela A. Paultre
“As the class officer of the eleventh grade, I want to send a special BIG BLUE welcome to this amazing group of admitted students.”
lpaultre@andover.edu
Sarah Mees P’22
Admission Interviewer
Amy Turk P’20, ’22
Admission Interviewer
Eva Cirelli P’12
“O virtual tour durante o processo de Admissao, foi uma das melhores coisas que eu fiz. Espero dar as boas vindas a todos voces no outono.”
ecirelli@andover.edu
Andrea Prescott Gerakaris P’21
“I am pleased to answer any questions that arise and provide confidential student financial support.”
financialaid@andover.edu
Sloan Kennedy
“I hope you enjoyed all the invitations and email announcements that I created for you!”
skennedy@andover.edu
Jo LaBelle
“I enjoyed helping you with your application and look forward to seeing you on campus — SAY YES!”
jlabelle@andover.edu
Terri Layton
“You kept me busy all year entering your applications! Congratulations and welcome!”
tlayton@andover.edu
Jo-Anne Love P’06
“Congratulations! I can't wait to see you wearing Blue in September.”
jlove@andover.edu
Madeline Minahan P’03
“I talked with many of you on the phone and I look forward to meeting you in person. Welcome to the Big Blue!”
mminahan@andover.edu
Irene Tucker
“I loved seeing the videos and projects you submitted! Congratulations and welcome!”
itucker@andover.edu
Emilie Cliquet Hughes
“It was so exciting to interview you the past few months and I'm even more excited to get to meet you in person in the fall!”
ecliquethughes@andover.eduOne of the Latin mottoes on our seal translates as “the end depends on the beginning.” Andover is a place where we’re always beginning. We’re always discovering new opportunities, experimenting with a new approach, finding courage to take risks. We’re always looking for new ways to reach out to people in need, to work together with new communities. Always making room for you to be your most honest, authentic, daring self.
Catalog & Viewbook
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We meet
100%of demonstrated financial need.
47%
of students receive financial aid.
Our application deadline is
February 1, 2021.
