Andover, MA · Founded 1778 · 12 · NAIS member, nonsectarian
Last verified August 20, 2026
180 Main St., 01810 · (978) 749-4000
Enrollment
1187
Student:teacher
6:1
Published tuition
$63,840–$79,800
Application fee
$60
Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High school2026-2027 | Day | $63,840 | — |
| High school2026-2027 | Boarding | $79,800 | — |
Head of school
Raynard S. Kington
Head of School since 2020
Dr. Raynard S. Kington became the 16th head of school in July 2020, after ten years as president of Grinnell College and senior roles at the National Institutes of Health.
Curriculum & special classes
A rigorous college-preparatory boarding and day curriculum for grades 9-12 and postgraduates, built around the founding motto non sibi.
Financial aid
Need-blind in admission and meets 100% of each admitted student's demonstrated financial need.
Application fee: $60
Before & after school care
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Admissions
Phillips Academy practices need-blind admission, meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need with grants. The application process involves completing a candidate profile, an interview, standardized testing, and submitting various documents through the Gateway to Prep Schools platform.
Apply by
February 1, 2027
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$60
What they ask for: Candidate Profile (Part One), Interview (on-campus, virtual, or recording), Standardized Test Scores (SSAT, ISEE, PSAT, SAT, or ACT; TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo for international non-English medium students), Graded Writing Sample, Essay Response, Short Video Response, Parent/Guardian Statement, Current Academic Year Grades, Previous Grades, Principal/Counselor Recommendation, Current English Teacher Recommendation, Current Math Teacher Recommendation, Personal Recommendation (optional), Arts or Athletics Supplement (optional).
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