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Admissions

Scattergood has a rolling admissions policy meaning families may begin the application process at any time and when possible, students may be offered enrollment at the beginning of each semester.

Enrollment Options

Middle School (grades 6-8): Day program only.

High School (grades 9-12): Day, 5-Day & Boarding options. Our students are both domestic and international*.

* Scattergood Friends School is authorized to accept International Students under the U.S. Customs and Immigration SEVIS systems. 

Admissions Events & Visits

The best way to get to know us is to come see us in action.There are a number of ways to explore campus and learn more about our school. Open house events are held several times each year and provide a high level overview of life at Scattergood. Individual tours are available upon request and provide a more tailored experience for families.

Visit days are strongly encouraged when school is in session. This provides families with a more immersive experience and may include sitting in on classes, joining crew, and sharing a meal. Individual tours and visit days can be combined with an admissions interview when appropriate.

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GETTING TO SCATTERGOOD

Scattergood is located in West Branch, Iowa, just 12 miles east of Iowa City.

Admissions Process

1. Inquire 

Let's get to know each other. Introduce yourself through the inquiry form and we’ll send you some information about our programs.

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INQUIRE ABOUT ADMISSIONS

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2. Visit

Come to an open house or schedule a tour and come experience Scattergood for yourself.

3. Apply

All Prospective Students

  • Apply any time. We offer enrollment to students at the beginning of each semester, with some exceptions for mid-year admits.
  • Complete the application. Both the parent/guardian and student will be asked to provide thoughtful responses. The online application also gathers electronic recommendations from teachers, and has a section to upload writing samples and transcripts.
  • Pay your application fee.
  • Apply for tuition assistance if you need it. 

International Students:

Submit all of the above items, plus...

  • Upload the ID page of your passport to your online application.
  • Send us your English proficiency test score, if you have one. We do not require an English proficiency test score for admission. We'll evaluate your English through a video chat interview and your writing samples. After admission, we will assist you with your Form I-20 and F-1 visa application.

International Student Download: I-20 Request Form and Info.PDF  

*Visa processing times may vary and may lead to delayed enrollment. 

4. Interview

After we receive ALL of your application items, your file will be reviewed by the Admissions Office, parents and students will be invited to interview. Families are encouraged to come to campus for their interview, however, if this is not possible, especially in the case of international students, we can conduct interviews over Zoom.

5. Decision

Shortly after completing your application and interview, the Admissions Team will notify families of the admissions decision and tuition offer by email. Upon accepting the offer, families will receive an official acceptance letter and further enrollment information.

 

Student Expectations

While Scattergood strives to be a flexible learning environment, we do have high expectations around community and academic engagement and preparedness. These can be challenging aspects of our program and as such, we are not appropriate for all young people.

All students applying to Scattergood should, at minimum, possess the following competencies:

All Students

  • Capacity to be present and on task during the school day.
  • Motivation to put effort into learning and one’s work.
  • Ability to self-regulate behavior and be respectful of people and property.
  • Ability to receive and integrate critical feedback.
  • Ability to participate in extended periods of the day without access to cell phones and similar devices.
  • Ability to go on week-long trips without access to cell phones and similar devices.
  • Capacity to engage in challenging conversations around interpersonal conflict.
  • Willingness to engage in situations and discussions that may fall outside of one’s comfort zone.
  • Willingness to build trusting relationships with staff members and act with integrity in the community.

Boarding

  • Ability to share a room
    • to compromise with a roommate.
    • to work through conflict.
    • to maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness.
    • to take the perspective of others.
  • Ability to follow a daily schedule
    • to independently wake up and prepare for the day each morning.
    • to sleep at night without a phone or similar device.