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 platform

Submit 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.