Apply to Vermont Commons School
Vermont Commons is currently accepting applications for the 2025-26 academic year. Completed applications are considered on space-available rolling basis for grades 6-11. We do, on occasion, admit one-year seniors and PGs.
Your path to Vermont Commons starts here
Our comprehensive and easy-to-use application process guides you through each critical stage of enrollment. We designed this pathway to be transparent and supportive.
Online gateway
Digital application portal
Access Blackbaud, our secure online platform, to complete and track your entire application seamlessly and efficiently.
Access the application platformSubmit your application
work with your child to submit the online application.
$50 fee at time of submission.
Request recommendations
Get support from your community
You can request recommendations from within the portal and the request will be sent directly to recommenders. They'll submit their recommendations directly to us.
Upload student report cards
Complete your academic record
Share your progress from the last few years.
Register for admissions assessment
Show us what you know
All applicants complete an assessment in writing and math. Assessments are hosted at VCS once a month. $75 fee.
Complete Flexible Tuition Application
Tuition tailored to your income
If needed, submit a flexible tuition application to make VCS possible for your family.
Vermont Commons School admits mission-aligned students and is committed to maintaining a community free from discrimination. All students are afforded the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to our students. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital or civil union status, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship or immigration status, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability in the administration of its educational programs, admissions, scholarships and loans, athletics, or other school policies.
Experience Vermont Commons
Meet our faculty and explore our learning spaces to understand what makes Vermont Commons special.