Admission

International Applicants

A Global Sisterhood

Westover School is a vibrant global community enriched and energized each year by our international students' diverse perspectives and experiences, representing over 20 countries.

Westover provides a true home away from home, offering a supportive and welcoming space for students globally. From the lifelong friendships you form to the close, personalized connections with our dedicated faculty, Westover fosters a deep sense of belonging within a caring community. We are committed to creating a nurturing environment where every student is seen, heard, and valued. Our culture of belonging and inclusivity ensures that all students feel fully supported as they transition into life at Westover, empowering them to thrive academically, socially, and personally. 

To learn more about our international student application process, please contact Suzanne Buenaventura, Director of International Admission, at sbuenaventura@westoverschool.org.

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  • 24

    countries are represented in the student body

  • 39%

    of our students are international

  • 160

    students enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

List of 5 frequently asked questions.

  • What support will I receive as an international student attending Westover?

    International students at Westover are supported by the Global Programs Office, part of the Rasin Center for Global Justice, which is dedicated to celebrating and empowering diverse student identities and cultures and fostering cross-cultural collaboration. This space ensures you have the resources and community to thrive academically and socially. In addition to the Global Programs Office, every new student is connected to a current student, their "big sibling," to answer many of the questions they may have and help your student prepare for their first year at Westover.

  • What percentage of students at Westover identify as international?

    39% of our student body is international, representing 24 different countries.

  • How do I apply for admission to Westover?

    Prospective applicants are welcome to apply for admission consideration to Westover by submitting an application through the Standard Application Online (SAO).

  • What documents are required to apply to Westover?

    • Application Form (SAO)
    • Application Fee ($100 for international applicants)
    • Essays
    • Parent Questionnaire
    • Current and Prior Year Transcripts
    • Letters of Recommendation (sent via SAO or emailed directly to the admissions office) from: 
    • Current English Teacher
    • Current Math Teacher
    • Current Principal or Guidance Counselor
    • English Proficiency exam results (TOEFL and Duolingo)

    **The TOEFL or Duolingo test is not required for applicants who have attended a school where English is the primary mode of instruction for three years or more.**

    Standardized testing is optional. A graded academic writing sample is required if you choose not to submit your standardized test scores. 

  • Do you offer financial aid to international applicants?

    Westover is proud to offer need-based financial aid to those students with a demonstrated financial need on a limited basis. Families can apply for Financial Aid using the Clarity Application. We then use this application to determine a family’s level of financial need based on the information families provide, including assets, income, expenses, and debts.

International Student Support

In addition to a community of support made up of dorm faculty, advisors, teachers, and international proctors, our international students are supported and advised by our Director of International Student Support

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    Shamair Todman 

    Director of Academic Services, International Student Support
    (203) 577-4507

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Westover School admits students of any race, color, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, or disability to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. As a gender-diverse girls school, Westover welcomes applicants and students who are assigned female at birth and/or identify as girls. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its educational policies, admissions and financial aid policies, and athletic or other school-administered programs.