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The process varies for each division, but each shares the steps below. Learn more about applying to Lower School , applying to Middle School, and applying to Upper School here.
INQUIRE
The application process consists of inquiring, visiting campus, and applying for admission. Take the first step by filling out our short inquiry form to get in contact with our admission team.
SCHEDULE A TOUR
Visiting in person is the best way to experience Westtown. In Lower and Middle Schools, we encourage you to schedule a tour before applying. Upper School requires you start your application before you tour campus.
APPLY
First-round application deadlines for Upper School (Grades 9-12) are December 1 (for day students) and January 15 (for boarding students). The first-round application deadline for Lower and Middle School (Grades PreK-8) is December 1. Applications will be accepted after the first-round deadlines, and will be considered if space is available.
Westtown provides an inclusive and accessible education for families of all income levels. We recognize that financial circumstances can vary widely and strive to create a fair and equitable process. To help ensure equity and consistency, Westtown uses a third party tool that can factor in varied and complex financial circumstances. Income is the primary driver, but net assets, and financial obligations such as other children in tuition-charging schools and college are also considered. This comprehensive approach assures that a comprehensive picture of a family's situation informs the review of the financial aid application
Learn more about financial aid →
A Quaker school is an institution that bases its educational approach on the values of The Religious Society of Friends, or Quakers. They are rooted in the principles of Quakerism, which include the fundamental belief that there is that of God in every person, and in the tenets of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship.
While Quakerism informs and fuels our approach to education, we are not exclusively attended by Quaker students or staff. We welcome students and staff from all religious, cultural, and philosophical backgrounds.
Learn more about how Quakerism serves as the foundation of our mission and vision →
Students who enroll in 7th grade or earlier have the option to remain day students through 12th grade (though many elect to board at some point in high school). Students entering as day students in 8th-10th grade are required to board in 11th and 12th grade.
Westtown is deeply committed to making our program financially feasible for families and to attracting talented, well-qualified students, regardless of their families’ economic circumstances. Each year, we provide over $11 million in merit and need-based financial aid, which applies to 48.4% of our student body. We also offer Merit Scholarships and scholarships for Quaker boarding students.
13 local school districts offer free transportation to Westtown. Westtown School also provides a transportation service for those students who do not reside in a school district that provides busing or who live within a district and prefer Westtown’s service. There is an additional fee to use Westtown School’s transportation services. And, of course, many parents drive their children to school and many elect to carpool.
Our team of over 25 student ambassadors provides a candid student-perspective of Upper School at Westtown and helps visitors feel comfortable and welcome on campus. You may meet them on Upper School tours, panels, Class Day Visits, Open Houses, Revisit days, Virtual Tours, and more!
Camille B.
Hello! I’m Camille, a senior from West Chester. I’ve been part of the Westtown community since middle school, and I began boarding as a freshman. On campus, I serve as a varsity soccer captain, class officer, Model United Nations head, and I also play varsity lacrosse. Last year, I was a junior proctor in the freshman dorm, and this is my third year as an ambassador! In my free time, I love hanging out with friends, editing videos, and reading. What I love most about Westtown is the chance to connect across cultures and communities. My favorite subject at school is Chinese because it allows me to build relationships with others both on and off campus.
Naol G.
Hi, I'm Naol! I am a senior from Silver Spring, Maryland. I have spent all four years of my high school career here at Westtown. Over these past years, I have sought out opportunities in leadership. Some of which include being a Black Student Union Head, Proctor in Guerster House, and Ambassador Head. My favorite classes at Westtown are Woodworking, Computer Science, and Environmental Science. My hobbies outside of the classroom include playing sports, video games, and music. Luckily, here at Westtown, the sports programs are very competitive and allow for a player/fan like me to be able to enjoy and experience high-level athletics. My favorite thing about Westtown, that you can also see in athletics, is the community. Westtown is a very small but wonderful community that shares diverse interests all the way from the arts to athletics and more. That is what makes Westtown feel special. Go ’Town!
Reese M.
Hey! My name is Reese, and I'm currently a junior at Westtown and have been a student here for six years! I’m from Glen Mills, PA, and am currently a day student. In addition to being an Ambassador Head, I’m also a Work Program Head, Steering Committee member, Club Head for Notes and Knots, and play on both the varsity field hockey and the varsity girls lacrosse team. I am so grateful for this school and the cohesive community it has provided for me. Go ’Town!
Charlie S.
Hey, my name is Charlie! I am a senior this year at Westtown, and it is my fourth year here. I was born in Washington, DC, but have lived all over the world. I love to watch, play, and talk about sports in my free time. I also love to hang out with friends, play video games, and debate about anything we might think of. My favorite subject is science, and I really enjoy my Environmental Science class, where we go out into the field and conduct studies about wildlife in the area. I plan on being a sports management major in college, and Westtown’s illustrious sports program has helped fuel that desire. My favorite part of Westtown is the community that we have. Everyone is friendly, and easy to reach out to. I have found friends that will last well beyond when I leave Westtown. That is my favorite part of Westtown. Go ’Town!
Betty S.
Hi! My name is Betty and I am a senior. This is my fourth year at Westtown as a boarder and I am originally from Michigan. At Westtown, I am involved in a variety of clubs and organizations, including: Feminists Advocating for Equality, Quaker Leadership Program, and the Spiritual Life Committee. I am also the editor of the yearbook and the head of Unite for Her. Being involved in those groups are some of my favorite parts of my Westtown experience. I love getting to meet prospective families and tell families that they will love Westtown for its unique, community-wide values.
Patty S.
Hello! My name is Patty Schaeffer and I am a senior from Aston, Pennsylvania. This is my fourth year at Westtown. I was a day student my first two years and started boarding my junior year. Outside of classes, I am a varsity softball captain, member of varsity rock climbing, head of Westtown’s Affinity Group for Gender and Sexuality, and an intern for Westtown's Outdoor Education program. My favorite part of Westtown is the beautiful campus, lake, trails, and ropes course.
Miguel W.
Hi! My name is Miguel, an international student from Spain. I am a senior and I have been attending Westtown since my sophomore year. In addition to being an Ambassador Head, I serve as the varsity wrestling team captain, senior class officer, International Student Organization (ISO) Head, and I am a member of Student Advocates for Student Health (SASH). My favourite thing about Westtown is the 600 acre campus and its lake. I love exploring campus, taking walks in the woods, fishing, and canoeing in the lake.
Daisy Z.
Hi! I am Daisy Zhuang and I am an international student from China. I am a junior and I’ve been attending Westtown since my freshman year. In addition to being an Ambassador Head, I am also a yearbook chief editor and a Student Advocate for Student Health (SASH) member. Being a boarder has definitely been one of my favorite Westtown experiences, as I get to live with my friends and interact with people easily. In my spare time, I love spending time with friends, listening to music, or just simply enjoying the beautiful Westtown campus.
