How to Apply

Note on standardized testing: We recognize that some applicants live in areas where required testing (online or in-person) is not available or students may be uncomfortable taking a test at a local testing site due to health concerns related to COVID-19. We also recognize that some applicants may not be able to take an online standardized test due to a lack of home internet access. In those cases, Exeter will waive the testing requirement. As always, admission decisions are based on a variety of factors and students will not be penalized or advantaged by the absence or presence of standardized tests for the 2020-2021 admission season. The Admissions office will continue to apply a holistic review of all admission applications. 

To inquire about the 2021-2022 school year please follow these steps: 

Apply online: Our application for 2021-2022 is available on the Gateway portal. 

Application materials: All application materials are due by January 15 and must be submitted via the Gateway portal.  

Standardized tests: Students must submit results of the appropriate required test which must be taken in the current academic year.

Homeschooling: We welcome applications from home-schooled students. Please use the Gateway portal to submit materials.

Apply for financial aid:  Exeter offers $25 million annually in need-based financial aid. Tuition-free attendance is available for families with incomes below $75,000.

Questions? We’re here to help. Call 603-777-3437 or send an email to admit@exeter.edu.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information or physical or mental disabilities in the administration of our admissions and financial aid programs.