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.
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.
Application Timeline (2024-2025 Cycle)
Our January 15 application deadline for the 2024-2025 school year has passed and we have entered our rolling admissions season.
We continue to accept admission applications, however financial aid is currently on a funds-available basis.
sepTEMBER 2023
Online Application is Available
JanUARY 15, 2024
Application
Deadline
MARCH 1, 2024
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
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!
