Sandy Spring Friends School

 

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Applying to SSFS

We're glad you're checking out Sandy Friends School, where we are passionately committed to creating a place of belonging for each student while equipping and empowering them to Let Their Lives Speak

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. 

Applying to SSFS is a two-step process:

First, submit an inquiry:

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:

Start Your Application

  • In order to start your online application, you must first submit an inquiry to obtain your login and password to the Admission Portal.

Application Timeline (2025-2026 Cycle)

sepTEMBER 2024

Online Application is Available

JanUARY 15, 2025

Application
Deadline

MARCH 1, 2025

Notification Deadline for SSFS

SPRING-SUMMER 2024

Rolling
Admissions

SSFS Application Process

Learn more about our application process for each grade, and for domestic and international students.

 

Preschool-Kindergarten

SSFS Application Process : Preschool (Age 3) - Kindergarten

Preschool - Butterfly Release

Grades 1-5

SSFS Application Process : 1st grade - 5th grade

LS Students by the pond

Grades 6-8

SSFS Application Process : Grades 6-8

MS students

Grades 9-12:
Day Students

SSFS Application Process : Grades 9-12 Day Students

See our application process for our Upper School day students!

Grades 9-12:
U.S. Boarding Students

SSFS Application Process : Grades 9-12 U.S. Students

See our application process for our Upper School domestic boarders!

International Students

SSFS Application Process : Grades 9-12 International Students

See our application process for our international students!