The New School Of Northern Virginia

The New School of Northern Virginia emphasizes an “ownership” principle—teaching students to take charge of their learning—supported by small classes and strong teacher-student partnerships. Their approach prioritizes deep, intentional learning with time to think, student choice and direction, and a focus on depth of understanding rather than memorization or a rushed pace, within an inclusive community where students feel known and supported. (newschoolva.org)

The New School encourages families to start by visiting campus, either at an Open House held every Friday from 9:30–10:30am during the school year or via a scheduled private tour/meeting. (newschoolva.org) Applicants then create an admissions account and submit the application online through the school’s Finalsite/SchoolAdmin portal (with a $50 fee). (newschoolva.org) The application materials listed include an application form, transcript, two teacher recommendations, a writing sample, and any educational testing; after the process is initiated, admissions schedules a student visit day. (newschoolva.org) Decisions are made after all documents are submitted and the visit day is completed; midyear transfer decisions are rolling, and fall enrollment decisions begin in mid-January and run through April 1 (or may be rolling after that depending on space). (newschoolva.org) The website does not spell out a formal waitlist process or any explicit priority admission categories; however, it notes that post–April 1 decisions may depend on space availability, and international applicants have additional steps (including a Skype interview and I-20/visa-related requirements). (newschoolva.org)