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Boarding Schools Are Nothing Like You See on TV. (And That's a Good Thing.)

Is boarding school really like what you see on TV? We tackle the most common (and untrue) myth about boarding schools.

Applying Late to Boarding School

If you're researching boarding schools well after the application deadline, don't stress. Many wonderful options may still be available.

5 Things That Give Boarding School Students an Edge in College

Here are 5 things to consider when setting them up for success in college—and beyond

5 Advantages of BoardingSchoolLife

From living on campus with best friends to going kayaking with classmates, a boarding school education is an adventure like no other.

4 Ways to Beat Homesickness When Away From Home for the First Time

It's easy to miss the familiarity of home when flying the coop for the first time. Here are four ways to make your new school a home away from home.

Boarding Schools: The Antidote to Outsourced Parenting

Moms and dads have a new craze to combat: Outsourced Parenting. Boarding schools allow your children to learn autonomously while your bond grows even deeper.

Mindfulness: You're Never too Young to Start Healthy Habits

Mindfulness matters at every age. Boarding schools provide the support teens need to start healthy habits — for their bodies and minds — early.

Bonding While Boarding: Developing a Meaningful Relationship with Your Teen

It’s hard to figure out how to be a parent and a friend. Boarding schools help you be both. Here’s how.

Transitioning to College Can Be Easy-if You're a Boarding School Kid

A proud 2018 Midland School graduate shares how his boarding school experience prepared him to thrive after finishing his freshman year at University of California Pomona.

What It Takes To Get Into The Best Colleges

Preparation for college and beyond starts with innovative curricula, a personalized learning experience and real-world challenges. Ready For More?

The Bonding in Boarding

Moms and dads have a new craze to combat: Outsourced Parenting. Boarding schools allow your children to learn autonomously while your bond grows even deeper.

Where You Should Be in the Application Process by Mid-December

Each school has its own application process and financial aid deadlines. Stay organized with our checklist.