Admission to Blue Ridge School is determined on the basis of character, potential, and previous academic record; we consider each candidate's school record, teacher recommendations, and standardized test results.
Application Schedule: We are considering applications for September 2010 enrollment on a rolling basis while space is available. You may elect to send in the application one component at a time or all at once (please see below for a list of the application components.) Once the application is complete, you will hear of the admissions decision within one week.
Four Application Options: You may choose one of the following methods to apply to Blue Ridge School. 1) Download the forms below and submit hard copies by mail.
2) Apply electronically by clicking on the links below.
3) Use the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) common form by clicking here.
PLEASE NOTE: The following Application Components are required when using the Blue Ridge School paper and electronic applications. The SSAT and TABS applications have their own unique requirements. Please see their websites for details.
Application Components: The following components are necessary for an application to be complete. Forms for each component (except Testing) can be downloaded for your use. The General Application, Student Questionnaire and Essay, and Parent Statement can be filled out electronically and sent directly to the Admissions office. Copies of our application are also available through the Admissions Office and will be provided upon request.
General Application Form: This form should be completed by the parents or guardian. The School recommends that parents complete the application prior to the campus visit. Download; Submit Electronically
Student Questionnaire and Essay: This form should be completed by the applicant in his own handwriting (if downloaded). The essay may be typed (necessary for electronic submission) and is meant to represent the applicant's best work. Download; Submit Electronically
Parent/Guardian Statement: The parents or guardian of the applicant should complete this form. It is to help the School get to know the applicant better and better assess the fit between the applicant and the school. Download; Submit Electronically
Four Recommendations: Parents and the applicant should complete the appropriate sections on the English teacher, Mathematics teacher, Principal/Head/Counselor, and Personal recommendations and distribute them to the appropriate people along with stamped envelopes addressed to the Blue Ridge School Admissions Office. the reviewers should return the forms directly to the Admissions Office.
Personal: can be a religious leader, coach, scout leader, etc. Download
Official School Transcripts and School Records: The parents or guardian should complete the Release of Transcript and School Records form and submit it to the applicant's school. It is helpful if an unofficial copy of the transcript or recent report cards can be brought to the campus visit. Download
Educational/Psychological and Diagnostic Testing (when required): If current (within two years) educational/psychological or other diagnostic testing related to the applicant's aptitude or achievement is available, please forward copies to the Admissions Office. The Admissions Office may require testing before considering an application.
Campus Visit : A campus visit for a tour and an interview is an essential part of the admissions process for the applicant, the parents, and the School. It is helpful for the Admissions Office to have as much information about the applicant as possible prior to your visit. Whenever possible, both parents are encouraged to be present. Please call the Admissions Office at 434-985-2811 to schedule your visit; we will do everything we can to accommodate you. If circumstances prevent you from visiting the School, please call the Admissions Office to discuss the possibility of making alternative arrangements.
International students: International applicants requiring a student visa must submit an affidavit of financial support. Second language applicants should submit official SLEP or TOEFL scores. The application fee for overseas applicants is $100, due to the additional cost of mailing and faxing.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Personalized campus tours and interviews are conducted daily. Please contact the Admissions Office at 434-992-0528 or admissions@blueridgeschool.com to schedule an appointment.
The Blue Ridge School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin or disabilities in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs and athletic and other school administered programs. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus.
"Coming to school at
Blue Ridge, I was introduced to other guys from all over the country and all over the
world. It has been a remarkable experience to become friends with everyone here. Is has allowed me to llearned a lot about other
cultures and myself."
