Admission Application begins for School Year 2023-24
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Application Instructions
Below you will find detailed information to guide you through the application process for your student. Please note that there are different requirements depending on the grade to which you are applying.
- Lower School: Kindergarten - Grade 2
- Lower School: Grades 3-5
- Middle School: Grades 6-8
- Upper School: Grades 9-12
- International Students
Lower School: Kindergarten - Grade 2
Instructions: Lower School Grades K-2
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply to the Lower School Kindergarten through grade 2.
Step 1: Submit Inquiry
Begin the application process by clicking "submit inquiry" to fill out the inquiry form and to set up an account in the Admission Portal.
You will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to:
- Confirm your Admission Portal account.
- Submit your application.
Step 2: Submit Application
Once you have submitted your inquiry and received an email with your login/password and application instructions, you may submit your application through the Admission Portal.
Step 3: Schedule an Inteview/Tour
- Schedule a virtual interview: you can schedule online or call 301-983-5724.
Note: In order to schedule an interview, applicant families must have an application on file and have paid the application fee.
A member of the admission team will conduct a virtual interview with the applicant and parents/guardians to gain a better understanding of the applicant's interests and activities. The interview will start with introductions, followed by questions posed to the child, then with questions to parents, and will conclude with an opportunity to have your questions about Bullis answered. Parents may stay with their child(ren) or leave the room for the child's portion, depending on your family's preference. Please ask your child to select a favorite item to share with the interviewer. It can be a toy, book, something they have made or built, or other item that they enjoy.
- We have limited in-person tours available. As COVID conditions allow, we will open up additional in-person tours to be held during the school day. In order to schedule an in-person tour, applicant families must have:
- an application on file,
- paid the application fee, and
- scheduled or completed the virtual interview.
Step 4: Recommendations
Recommendation(s) are to be submitted through the application portal.
- Kindergarten: Please submit one (1) recommendation letter from a current teacher.
- Grades 1 and 2: Please submit two (2) recommendation letters.
- One recommendation letter from a current teacher.
- The second recommendation letter can be from a current teacher, co-teacher, or a past homeroom teacher.
Step 5: Request Official Transcripts
- Complete and give the School Record Request Form to the applicant’s current school.
- Please return the applicant's school records to Bullis by email at applicationforms@bullis.org (student’s name should be in the subject line).
Step 6: Testing
During the COVID-19 circumstances, it is preferred but not required that applicants submit the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI) results so we can gain a better understanding of your student's strengths and abilities.
Step 7: Track Application Status
Using the Admission Portal application user ID and password you can check the status of your application. All families are expected to follow the status of their child’s application online in the Admission Portal.
Please check this regularly to ensure that your forms have been received and your application file is complete before the application deadline.
Lower School: Grades 3-5
Instructions: Lower School Grades 3-5
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply to the Lower School Grades 3-5.
Step 1: Submit Inquiry
Begin the application process by clicking "submit inquiry" to fill out the inquiry form and to set up an account in the Admission Portal.
You will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to:
- Confirm your Admission Portal account.
- Submit your application.
Step 2: Submit Application
Once you have submitted your inquiry and received an email with your login/password and application instructions, you may submit your application through the Admission Portal.
Step 3: Schedule an Interview/Tour
- Schedule a virtual interview: you can schedule online or call 301-983-5724.
Note: In order to schedule an interview, applicant families must have an application on file and have paid the application fee.
A member of the admission team will conduct a virtual interview with the applicant and parents/guardians to gain a better understanding of the applicant's interests and activities. The interview will start with introductions, followed by questions posed to the child, then with questions to parents, and will conclude with an opportunity to have your questions about Bullis answered. Parents may stay with their child(ren) or leave the room for the child's portion, depending on your family's preference. Please ask your child to select a favorite item to share with the interviewer. It can be a toy, book, something they have made or built, or other item that they enjoy.
- We have limited in-person tours available. As COVID conditions allow, we will open up additional in-person tours to be held during the school day. In order to schedule an in-person tour, applicant families must have:
- an application on file,
- paid the application fee, and
- scheduled or completed the virtual interview.
Step 4: Recommendations
Please submit two (2) recommendation letters through the application portal.
- One recommendation letter from a current teacher.
- The second recommendation letter can be from a current teacher, co-teacher, or a past homeroom teacher.
Step 5: Request Official Transcripts
- Complete and give the School Record Request Form to the applicant’s current school.
- Please return the applicant's school records to Bullis by email at applicationforms@bullis.org (student’s name should be in the subject line).
Step 6: Testing
During the COVID-19 circumstances, it is preferred but not required that applicants submit the WISC-V results so we can gain a better understanding of your student's strengths and abilities.
Step 7: Track Application Status
Using the Admission Portal application user ID and password you can check the status of your application. All families are expected to follow the status of their child’s application online in the Admission Portal.
Please check this regularly to ensure that your forms have been received and your application file is complete before the application deadline.
Middle School: Grades 6-8
Instructions:Middle School Grades 6-8
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply to the Middle School Grades 6-8.
Step 1: Submit Inquiry
Begin the application process by clicking "submit inquiry" to fill out the inquiry form and to set up an account in the Admission Portal.
You will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to:
- Confirm your Admission Portal account.
- Submit your application.
Step 2: Submit Application
Once you have submitted your inquiry and received an email with your login/password and application instructions, you may submit your application through the Admission Portal.
Step 3: Schedule an Interview/Tour
- Schedule a virtual interview: you can schedule online or call 301-983-5724.
Note: In order to schedule an interview, applicant families must have an application on file and have paid the application fee.
- We do have limited in-person tours available. As COVID conditions allow, we will open up additional in-person tours to be held during the school day. In order to schedule an in-person tour, applicant families must have:
- an application on file,
- paid the application fee, and
- scheduled or completed the virtual interview.
Step 4: Recommendations
Required
Applicants are required to submit three (3) teacher recommendations which can be submitted through the application portal.
- Current math teacher recommendation
- Current English teacher recommendation
- Common Recommendation (a third academic, subject-area teacher)
Optional
We also welcome letters of recommendation from community leaders who work closely with your child in various extracurricular activities. You can email these optional letters directly to admission@bullis.org.
Step 5: Request Official Transcripts
- Complete and give the School Record Request Form to the applicant’s current school.
- The applicant's school records may be returned to Bullis by:
- Mail:
Bullis School
Attn: Director of Admission
10601 Falls Road
Potomac, Maryland 20854
or - Email:
School records may also be scanned and emailed to applicationforms@bullis.org (student’s name should be in the subject line).
- Mail:
Step 6: Essay
Through the application portal, submit a graded essay or significant writing assignment from the 2021-22 school year. This writing sample should include the final grade, rubric (if applicable), and any teacher comments/feedback provided.
Step 7: Testing
Bullis will not require testing this year. Applicants have the option to submit the SSAT, ISEE, or Character Skills Snapshot, if you wish to do so.
Step 8: Shadow Visit
Due to safety precautions around COVID-19, we are not offering on-campus Shadow Visits.
Step 9: Track Application Status
Using the Admission Portal application user ID and password you can check the status of your application. All families are expected to follow the status of their child’s application online in the Admission Portal.
Please check this regularly to ensure that your forms have been received and your application file is complete before the application deadline.
Upper School: Grades 9-12
Instructions: Upper School Grades 9-12
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply to the Upper School Grades 9-12.
Step 1: Submit Inquiry
Begin the application process by clicking "submit inquiry" to fill out the inquiry form and to set up an account in the Admission Portal.
You will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to:
- Confirm your Admission Portal account.
- Submit your application.
Step 2: Submit Application
Once you have submitted your inquiry and received an email with your login/password and application instructions, you may submit your application through the Admission Portal.
Step 3: Schedule an Interview/Tour
- Schedule a virtual interview: you can schedule online or call 301-983-5724.
Note: In order to schedule an interview, applicant families must have an application on file and have paid the application fee.
- We do have limited in-person tours available. As COVID conditions allow, we will open up additional in-person tours to be held during the school day. In order to schedule an in-person tour, applicant families must have:
- an application on file,
- paid the application fee, and
- scheduled or completed the virtual interview.
Step 4: Recommendations
Required
Applicants are required to submit three (3) teacher recommendations which can be submitted through the application portal.
- Current math teacher recommendation
- Current English teacher recommendation
- Common Recommendation (a third academic, subject-area teacher)
Optional
We also welcome letters of recommendation from community leaders who work closely with your child in various extracurricular activities. You can email these optional letters directly to admission@bullis.org.
Step 5: Request Official Transcripts
- Complete and give the School Record Request Form to the applicant’s current school.
- The applicant's school records may be returned to Bullis by:
- Mail:
Bullis School
Attn: Director of Admission
10601 Falls Road
Potomac, Maryland 20854
or - Email:
School records may also be scanned and emailed to applicationforms@bullis.org (student’s name should be in the subject line).
- Mail:
Step 6: Essay
Through the application portal, submit a graded essay or significant writing assignment from the 2021-22 school year. This writing sample should include the final grade, rubric (if applicable), and any teacher comments/feedback provided.
Step 7: Testing
- Bullis will not require testing this year. Applicants have the option to submit the SSAT, ISEE, or Character Skills Snapshot, if you wish to do so.
- Upper School applicants who have completed the PSAT, SAT, or ACT also have the option to submit these results if you choose to do so.
Step 8: Shadow Visit
Due to safety precautions around COVID-19, we are not offering on-campus Shadow Visits.
Step 9: Track Application Status
Using the Admission Portal application user ID and password you can check the status of your application. All families are expected to follow the status of their child’s application online in the Admission Portal.
Please check this regularly to ensure that your forms have been received and your application file is complete before the application deadline.
International Students
Instructions: International Students
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply as an International Student.
Step 1: Submit Inquiry
Begin the application process by clicking "submit inquiry" to fill out the inquiry form and to set up an account in the Admission Portal.
You will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to:
- Confirm your Admission Portal account.
- Submit your application.
Step 2: Submit Application
Once you have submitted your inquiry and received an email with your login/password and application instructions, you may submit your application through the Admission Portal.
- Supplemental materials will continue to be accepted after this date.
- Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
Step 3: Interview
- Schedule a virtual interview: you can schedule online or call 301-983-5724.
Note: In order to schedule an interview, applicant families must have an application on file and have paid the application fee.
Step 4: Testing
During the Coronavirus, we are waiving the testing requirements for applicants to Bullis.
Step 5: Track Application Status
Using the Admission Portal application user ID and password you can check the status of your application. All families are expected to follow the status of their child’s application online in the Admission Portal.
Please check this regularly to ensure that your forms have been received and your application file is complete before the application deadline.
» Learn more about International Students at Bullis.
Important Deadlines
Application Period for School Year 2023-24
Admission Application begins for School Year 2023-24
Admissions Application Deadline for School Year 2023-24
Admissions Notifications for School Year 2023-24
Admission Policy
Bullis School admits qualified students of any race, color, religion, ability, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Bullis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national or ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
Newly accepted students are strongly encouraged to confidentially request classroom accommodations within one week of acceptance in order to ensure sufficient time for our staff to conduct an individualized review of your requests and disability documentation with you. Bullis strives to ensure our programs are accessible to qualified students who have a documented disability unless the accommodation required would impose a fundamental alteration of a program or activity of the School.
