How to Apply

Applying to Peddie is as easy as one, two, three! But if you find yourself needing guidance, rest assured, our admission staff is here to assist you every step of the way. You’re not alone in this journey. Contact us at (609) 944-7501 or admission@peddie.org for any assistance you may need.

1. Interview

Your Peddie interview is the first opportunity for us to get to know more about you and for you to learn more about Peddie. Interviews are required. All applicants must complete an inquiry form before scheduling their interview. Want to know more about your interview? Here’s a guide to help you prepare.

Interview slots are available Monday through Saturday each week. To schedule your interview, email our office at admission@peddie.org or call (609) 944-7501.

Begin your journey
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Are you an international student? Email our International Student Coordinator at internationalcoordinator@peddie.org to schedule your interview. Applicants from mainland China are required to interview with a representative from Vericant before scheduling an interview at The Peddie School.

More info for International Applicants

2. Test

Standardized testing is required and test scores will be considered as part of the holistic review of your application. We accept the SSAT or the ISEE.

When we determine if you are a strong fit for Peddie’s rigorous academic curriculum and rich, multi-faceted programs and community, we review every part of your application. Test scores do not impact our consideration of need-based financial assistance.

Applicants for grades 9-10

Applicants for grades 9 or 10 should submit score reports directly using our school codes. SSAT school code is 5716; ISEE code is 571501.

Applicants for grades 11 and post-graduate

Applicants for grade 11 or a post-graduate year may submit SSAT, ISEE, ACT, PSAT or SAT score reports directly to admission@peddie.org. If an applicant includes SSAT or ISEE score reports as part of the application, please submit them directly using our school codes: SSAT school code is 5716; ISEE code is 571501.

Applicants for whom English is not the primary language

Applicants for whom English is not the primary language are required to take the TOEFL (school code: 8126), the IELTS or the Duolingo English Test. This requirement may be waived for applicants who have attended a school where English is the primary language of instruction for the past three years.

Register for the SSAT
Register for the ISEE
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3. Apply

The Peddie School uses the Standard Application Online (SAO) or Gateway to Prep Schools Application. The application deadline is January 15.

Required Items
  • Student biographical profile
  • Student essays
  • Required transcripts
    • Current academic year, including first quarter or trimester
    • 2023-2024 academic year
    • 2022-2023 academic year
  • Required recommendations
    • Current English teacher
    • Current math teacher
    • Principal or guidance counselor
  • The Peddie School supplement form
  • Graded writing sample (required for 11th grade and post-graduate applicants only)
Optional Items
Art Supplement Forms – for musicians, actors and artists

Do you have an interest in the arts at Peddie? You can share details and submit your work for Peddie faculty to review using the forms below.

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I’m interested in applying for Financial Assistance

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