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How to Apply
Our application deadline for the 2026-27 school year has passed. Those who have applied by February 1 will be considered in the first round of acceptances, which will be released in early March.
After our application deadline, The Willow School operates on a rolling admissions basis, and families will be notified of acceptance within four to six weeks after the application is submitted. We also accept mid-year transfers for select grades, depending on availability.
Director of Enrollment Management Lisa VanderVeen is available to answer all of your questions.
Director of Enrollment Management Lisa VanderVeen is here to help! Contact her at (908) 470-9500, ext. 1100 or via email.
Our 3-Step Application Process
STEP 1
Start a Conversation
If you are interested in Willow, start a conversation with our Director of Enrollment Management, Lisa VanderVeen! Reach out to Lisa to ask questions, schedule a personal tour of our 34-acre campus, and learn more about the next steps. Contact Lisa at (908) 470-9500 ext. 1100, via email, or by using the form below.
STEP 2
Submit Your Application
Click here to start your application. You will need to create an account to complete the application. There is a $75 application fee.
STEP 3
Student Visit and
Teacher Meet-and-Greet
Once your application is received, you will be contacted by the Director of Enrollment Management to schedule a student visit and teacher meet-and-greet.
Notification of Decision
Families will be notified in the first round of admissions decisions in March and on a rolling basis after that. To secure your child’s spot, please return the contract and tuition deposit within two weeks of the acceptance date.
At The Willow School, the admission of students, employment of faculty and staff, operations of the program, and governance of the school are open to all who are qualified regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, or disability.
Read our full admission policy.
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