Admissions

We seek intellectually curious, academically competitive 7th-grade students who demonstrate strong character, community-mindedness, and a genuine interest in attending boarding school.

Candidates should have solid academic records, active engagement in extracurriculars, and qualities such as self-motivation, empathy, and a sense of community.

Our Recruitment Team visits schools, churches, and community organizations across the Greater Newark Area. While most students come from Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, and Union counties, any student within an hour’s drive of Newark, New Jersey, is welcome to apply.

Interested in Applying? Complete an Inquiry Form Below

Our application deadline for the 2025/2026 school year has passed. If you will be entering 7th grade in the 2026/2027 academic year, please return in the fall to complete our inquiry form and initiate our process. Students entering 6th grade or lower may complete an inquiry form but will not be eligible to receive an application until their 7th-grade year. Please note, the maximum allowable combined family income is $250,000 per year. Please contact our office, at 973-824-1195, if you have any questions.

Profile of a Competitive 7th-Grade Applicant

Students who thrive in our program typically demonstrate:

  • Strong Academic Performance — Mostly A’s and B’s

  • Eligibility — U.S. citizen or permanent resident

  • Competitive Standardized Test Scores

  • Active Involvement — Extracurricular activities in school or the community

  • Strong Character — Leadership, responsibility, and a commitment to others

Tips for Strengthening Your Application

Our application process is comprehensive, and each student who becomes a Wight Foundation Scholar receives dedicated support throughout and beyond their high school years.

Students and parents should complete all required parts of the application thoroughly and honestly.

To ensure the most thoughtful review, we encourage early submission. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis as they arrive in our office.

APPLICAITONS GO LIVE IN SEPTEMBER!

Preliminary Application — January 29, 2027

Submit the first portion of your application by this date to begin the review process.

Final Application — February 15, 2027

All remaining materials must be submitted by this deadline for full consideration.