Admissions Process

Applications for the first round of admissions closed on December 5, 2025. You may still submit an application for the 2026–2027 school year which will be considered for the second round of admissions.
Second-round applications will be reviewed for grades with available openings. To inquire about availability, please call our office at (201) 227-3102.

Applicants will be notified if their application moves forward for consideration.

Visit Ravenna to apply.

Create a Ravenna Account

Visit Ravenna to create an account. Ravenna is the online portal where you can register for events and begin the application process.

Learn about Dwight-Englewood School

We are pleased to offer a variety of opportunities for prospective families to learn more about our school, including both on-campus and virtual Open House events.

Families are also welcome to join us for Campus Tours

Please visit Ravenna to create an account and register for events and tours. 

Submit the Preliminary Steps (Part 1) by December 5th, 2025

1. Application Form and Fee

2. Parent Statement

3. Student Interest Form (Grades 5-11)

Complete the Additional Steps (Part 2) by January 15th, 2026
  • Lower School: 
    • "Open Doors" Campus Tour
    • Virtual Parent Interview
    • Student Screening Day (Preschool 3 to Grade 2)
    • Classroom Visit Day (Grade 3 to 5)
    • Teacher Recommendation
    • Counselor/Principal Recommendation
    • School Transcript - most current and the prior 2 years, if applicable
    • ISEE or SSAT Standardized Testing Scores (Grade 5 only)
  • Middle & Upper School:
    • Campus Tour
    • Student & Parent Virtual Interview
    • Grades from Fall 2025
    • Transcript of grades from prior two years
    • Standardized Testing Scores (ISEE or SSAT)
    • English Teacher Recommendation
    • Math Teacher Recommendation
    • Counselor/Principal Recommendation
    • Student Essay 
Submit a Financial Aid Application

D-E uses Clarity for Financial Aid applications. Visit our “Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid” page for more information. 

Financial Aid applications for new applicants are due by December 15th, 2025.

Financial Aid applications for current families are due by November 15th, 2025.

Notification & Reply Dates

Lower School:

Notification Date Reply Date
February 5th, 2026 February 20th, 2026


Middle School:

Notification Date Reply Date
February 5th, 2026 February 25th, 2026


Upper School: 

Notification Date Reply Date
February 19th, 2026 March 12th, 2026

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