Repeating a Year at Prestigious Boarding Schools

SportyPrep
Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:21:51 +0000

NYMom139:

As for repeating 9th grade - I think you need a substantive reason for doing so and not just because some people think it’s an easier entry point. You may feel you aren’t as academically prepared for 10th based on current school or you’re an athlete or you’re young for your peer group. A lesser 4th reason could be that you really want the full 4-year experience at boarding school. I’m a big fan of re-classing but I don’t think it makes admission easier.

Totally agree with this. Reclassing should not be about “easier odds of admission”. It costs $80k to reclass, so it’s a big decision, and should be for some of the reasons @NYMom139 describes.

If someone simply wants easier odds of admission then it’s best to have a well-curated list that includes somewhat easier admit schools.