Taft Admissions, Simplified.
See the entry grades, what the application asks for, the testing requirement, tuition and every date for fall 2027 entry, all sourced from taftschool.org.
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Timeline
Key dates for this admissions cycle.
Work backward from these dates and leave time for drafts, recommendations and testing.
January 15, 2027
Application and recommendation deadline
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January 15, 2027
Application and recommendation deadline
January 15, 2027
February 1, 2027
Financial aid deadline
February 1, 2027
March 10, 2027
Admission decisions and aid awards
March 10, 2027
April 10, 2027
Enrollment deadline for admitted students
April 10, 2027
- Testing
- Taft requires standardized testing for all applicants.
- Fee waivers open
- Domestic families experiencing financial hardship can request an application fee waiver, and waiver requests open August 1. Taft typically does not offer fee waivers to international students.
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Before you enroll
Questions from parents.
Which grades can my student enter?
New students enter in grade 9, 10 or 11. A postgraduate year is sometimes possible. Taft prefers grades 9, 10 and 11 for entry and says a postgraduate year is appropriate at times.
Are test scores required?
Taft requires standardized testing for all applicants. Grade 9 and 10 applicants take the SSAT or ISEE. Grade 11 applicants may submit SSAT, PSAT, SAT or ACT scores. Grade 12 and postgraduate applicants may submit PSAT, SAT or ACT scores.
Which application should we use?
Apply with either the Standard Application Online or the Gateway to Prep Schools application. First complete the inquiry form to set up a Taft Admission Portal. Families need both a Taft Admission Portal and an account with either the SSAT or Gateway to Prep Schools.
What does it cost?
$81,400 for 2026-27 (boarding, including room and board) $60,050 for 2026-27 (day) Taft estimates $2,000 for books and spending money, separate from tuition. It says it charges no additional fees such as a technology fee or graduation fee.
Does Taft offer financial aid?
All awards are based on demonstrated need. Taft does not offer merit-based awards. Taft commits to meeting 100% of a family's need according to its financial aid methodology, including for international students.
Does need affect admission?
Taft initially reviews applications with a need-blind approach. If overall need exceeds the aid budget, need may be weighed as one of many factors in admission decisions.
Can we get an application fee waiver?
Domestic families experiencing financial hardship can request an application fee waiver, and waiver requests open August 1. Taft typically does not offer fee waivers to international students.
When do families hear back?
March 10, 2027 April 10, 2027
Is TaftPrep affiliated with Taft?
No. TaftPrep by EduAvenues is an independent service, not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by The Taft School. Check every requirement and date on the school's own website before you apply.
How current is the admissions information on this site?
The admissions facts on this site were last checked against the school's published pages on November 5, 2026. Schools can change requirements and dates at any time.
Free guides
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Taft Admissions Overview
Entry grades, the two application platforms and what the application includes.
Read the guideKey Dates
The application, aid and decision dates, with a live countdown.
See the datesApplication Preparation
Required testing, essays and visits.
Plan preparationSchool Fit
Dorms, schedule, and boarding and day life.
Think it throughTuition and Aid
The 2026-27 tuition and how the aid application works.
See the numbersParent FAQ
Short answers to the questions families ask most.
Read the FAQTaft School admissions timeline and requirements for fall 2027 entry
Taft lists a January 15, 2027 application deadline, March 10 decisions and an April 10 reply date. Testing is required. Here are the steps in order.
Read the guideTaft School tuition and financial aid for 2026-27
Taft lists 2026-27 tuition of $81,400 boarding and $60,050 day. See what is extra, how need-based aid works and the February 1, 2027 aid deadline.
Read the guide