See our application process for our preschool (age 3)-Kindergarten students!
Applying to SSFS
We are pleased that you are considering a Sandy Spring Friends School education for your child.
Our application process will allow you to become familiar with our school, while we have the opportunity to get to know you and your child and help you determine whether SSFS is the right school for your family.
We will begin accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year on September 1, 2022. We are still accepting applications for Fall 2022 in some grades on a space-available basis. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.
Applying to SSFS is a two-step process:
First, submit an inquiry:
- After your inquiry has been submitted, you will receive an email with instructions on how to start your application in the Admission Portal.
Next, apply:
- In order to start your online application, you must first submit an inquiry to obtain your login and password to the Admission Portal.
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Already submitted an inquiry or started an application? Please go directly to the Admission Portal to log in.
Already submitted an inquiry or started an application? Please go directly to the Admission Portal to log in.
Application Timeline (2023-2024 Cycle)
sepTEMBER 2022
Online Application is Available
JanUARY 15, 2023
Application
Deadline
FEBRuary 24, 2023
Notification Deadline For SSFS
SPRING-SUMMER 2023
Rolling
Admissions
SSFS Application Process
Learn more about our application process for each grade, and for domestic and international students.
Preschool-Kindergarten
Grades 1-5
See our application process for our 1st-5th grade students!
Grades 6-8
See our application process for our Middle School students!
Grades 9-12:
Day Students
See our application process for our Upper School day students!
Grades 9-12:
U.S. Boarding Students
See our application process for our Upper School domestic boarders!
International Students
See our application process for our international students!