Catlin Gabel admission committees and financial assistance committees are separate. Initially, the admission committees determine whether an applicant meets the standards for admission without regard to the family’s need for financial assistance. After this initial review for admissions criteria, financial need becomes a consideration in the admissions decision.
Financial need is one of many considerations taken into account when selecting students for admission. As an independent school, full-paying families play a critical role in funding school operations, while also allowing us to offer need-based financial assistance to a portion of qualifying applicants.
While we would love to admit every applicant who sees themself at Catlin Gabel, spaces are limited. In order to create balanced, diverse cohorts, we must consider the available spots in each grade, gender ratio, and financial need, among other factors.
