How to Get Into Phillips Academy Andover – Massachusetts Elite Boarding & Day School Guide

Why Andover Ranks Among America’s Top Prep Schools

Phillips Academy (Andover) is a prestigious co‑educational boarding and day school in Andover, MA, serving grades 9–12. With approximately 1,150 students, a 7:1 student‑teacher ratio, and an acceptance rate of around 13%, Andover is celebrated for academic rigor, global leadership development, and deep financial aid offerings—47% of students receive full aid covering demonstrated need.

Step	Deadline	What to Do
Inquiry & Gateway Profile	Early Fall	Begin via Gateway to Prep Schools portal
Submit Application & Fee	Feb 1	Online application and non-refundable fee ($60 domestic / $125 for international)
Standardized Testing	Before Feb 1	Submit SSAT, ISEE, PSAT, SAT, or ACT; Andover requires testing starting Fall 2025
Interviews & Visits	Sept–Jan	Student interview recommended; parent interview optional
Admission Decisions	March 10	Results emailed through portal; alumni revisit invitations follow
Enrollment Deadline	April 10	Notify intent and submit enrollment deposit

What Andover Looks For

Phillips admissions uses a holistic review that considers:

• Standardized test scores (SSAT/ISEE or PSAT/SAT/ACT)

• Academic transcripts and course rigor

• Student essays and questionnaire

• Interview impressions (student–family fit)

• Teacher and school administrator recommendations

• Extracurricular leadership, unique character, and alignment with Andover’s motto: “non sibi” (not for self)

Task	Deadline
Submit inquiry and start profile	Fall
Complete application and fee	Feb 1
Submit test scores (only one)	Before Feb 1
Attend interviews/visit	Sept–Jan
Await decision	March 10
Enroll & pay deposit	April 10

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