What are my chances of getting into Phillips Andover?

Help with getting into a good boarding school?

• I really want to get into a good boarding school, but my grades are average, I currently have a GPA of about 3.4-ish and i plan to take the SSAT soon. I think im gonna do pretty well but im not sure if thats gonna help me...are schools like Phillips in Andover willing to overlook average grades for high SSAT scores? what else could i do to higher my chances of getting in? Also I have already spoken with my teachers and after speaking with them i can conclude that I'm going to have stellar recommendations. Also I attend a preforming arts magnet school with an amazing reputation state wide...if that helps Thanks in advanced, Micaela

• Answer:

  You might need to call and speak with an admissions counselor or ask to have an information packet sent to you. Another way to gather information about a private boarding school is to interview the alumni or their families.