How to Apply

We would like to get to know you!

To receive information about Hotchkiss or prior to scheduling an interview, please complete this form.

Complete an Admission inquiry form

If you're interested in playing a sport at Hotchkiss or in studying the visual or performing, arts please also fill out the optional forms available below.

TELL US ABOUT A SPECIAL VISUAL or Performing ARTS INTEREST

Tell us about A special sports interest

We would love to meet you!
Before you schedule your interview with us it is important to complete your Admission Inquiry From first (see the link above). 

Schedule an Interview

Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the day-to-day for all of us, and as we look forward to the coming academic year at Hotchkiss, we have a number of changes for the 2021-22 application cycle (to welcome students for the 2022-23 academic year) that are intended to ensure fairness, access, and greater convenience for applicants and their families. Please follow the link below to learn more about our updated standardized tests policy. 

information on requirements and tests

Your Hotchkiss application helps us get to know you and evaluate how you might fit with the School. Hotchkiss uses “Gateway to Prep Schools," an online common application that consists of these main sections:

• Candidate Profile (basic information about where you live, family)
• Candidate Project (formal application, essay questions, activities)
• Parent Statement
• School Record
• Teacher Recommendations

Other Dates to Know

• Interviews are available from mid-September through mid-January.

  Please note: there are no interviews during our Thanksgiving or Winter Breaks.

Supplemental materials help us understand your interests and abilities, especially in the arts and sports.

For dance, photography, film, music, theatre, and visual arts submissions, please upload portfolio materials to hotchkiss.slideroom.com.

Learn about the tuition and fees, payment options, and our substantial financial aid program.

Tuition & Fees

How to Apply for Financial Aid