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The 2022-23 application deadline has now passed. Please contact the Admissions Office before proceeding with the application process.
We welcome you to submit an inquiry so we may keep you informed about ways to discover OES, as well as the application timeline and process for the 2023-24 school year.
- Pre-K–Grade 5
- Grades 6–8
- Grade 9–12 Day
- Grade 9-12 Domestic Boarding
- Grade 9–12 International Boarding
Pre-K–Grade 5
The Lower School application deadline has now passed. Please contact the Admissions Office before proceeding with the application process.
While in the process of updating application steps for the 23-24 school year, here are items from 22-23 to give you a sense of what the process will be:
First Step
Complete the online application and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75 (discounted to $50 before December 15).
Supporting Materials
All Lower School Applicants, Pre-K–Grade 5
- Parent Questionnaire
- Teacher Recommendation: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to the OES recommendation form to your child's current teacher. You may also make an additional request to a previous teacher or another teacher currently working with your child. Please be sure to send the request with enough time for the teacher to meet the January 20 deadline.
- Snapshot Videos: We so appreciate getting the chance to get to know your child. We are not able to offer in-person student visits at this time, so instead we invite you to provide videos of your child in relation to several different prompts/tasks. Once you have submitted your application, you will have access to detailed instructions.
Grade 2-5 Applicants
Request Official Transcripts for 2021-22 plus two previous years. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school by February 11.
Grade 3–5 Applicants
- Writing Sample and Math Worksheet: Once you have submitted your application, you will have access to detailed instructions.
- Schedule Admissions Assessment
Parent Conversation
This is an opportunity for you and Sarah Ross-Bailly, Lower School Admissions Associate, to discuss your child as a learner and to have a conversation specific to your family. It is a requirement for at least one parent, but all parents, legal guardians, partners or co-parents of your choosing are most welcome.
Flexible Tuition Application Deadline: January 31, 2022.
Learn more about this separate application process.
Sarah Ross-Bailly Lower School Admissions Associate • 503-768-3114 • rossbaillys@oes.edu.
Grades 6–8
The Middle School application deadline has now passed. Please contact the Admissions Office before proceeding with the application process.
While in the process of updating application steps for the 23-24 school year, here are items from 22-23 to give you a sense of what the process will be:
First Step
Complete the online application and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75 (discounted to $50 before December 15).
Supporting Materials
- Parent Questionnaire
- Hand-Written Student Questionnaire
- Two Teacher Recommendations: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to the OES recommendation form to two teachers. Please be sure to send the requests with enough time for the teachers to meet the January 27 deadline.
- Grade 6 applicants: Request a recommendation from your child's current teacher and one from either another current academic teacher or last year’s teacher.
- Grade 7-8 applicants: Request a recommendation from your child's current English and math teachers.
Official Transcripts
Request official transcripts for 2021-22 plus two previous years. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school by February 11.
SSAT
Learn about testing options and register at www.ssat.org. To share scores with us, enter OES school code 5572. The last day to take test in order to meet our deadline is February 7.
Student Session
This is an opportunity for applicants to engage with members of our Middle School community and our program. The session is one opportunity for our faculty to get to know our applicants.
Student Interview
The student interview is an opportunity for your child to learn more about our Middle School program, it's also a chance for us to get to know our applicants. Our Middle School teachers are skillful at keeping the one-on-one interview low key and fun.
Parent Conversation
This is time for you and a member of our Admissions Team to discuss your child as a learner, and to ask questions that are specific to your family. We encourage all parents/guardians to participate.
Flexible Tuition Application Deadline: January 31, 2022.
Learn more about this separate application process.
Bonnie Brennan Middle School Admissions Associate • 503-416-9377 • brennanb@oes.edu
Grade 9–12 Day
The Upper School application deadline has now passed. Please contact the Admissions Office before proceeding with the application process.
While in the process of updating application steps for the 23-24 school year, here are items from 22-23 to give you a sense of what the process will be:
First Step
Complete the online application and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75 (discounted to $50 before December 15).
Supporting Materials
- Parent Questionnaire
- Hand-Written Student Questionnaire
- Math and English Teacher Recommendations: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to the OES recommendation form to a current math and English teacher. Please be sure to send the requests with enough time for the teachers to meet the January 27 deadline.
Official Transcripts
Request official transcripts for 2021-22 plus two previous years. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school by February 11.
SSAT
Learn about testing options and register at www.ssat.org. To share scores with us, enter OES school code 5572. The last day to take test in order to meet our deadline is February 7.
Student Interview
This is an opportunity for an OES staff or faculty member to get to know the student as a learner and as an individual. It is also a good time for students to ask questions and learn more about the OES community.
Student Session
Learn more about student life at OES, and connect with current OES students who will share their insights and experiences. This is an ideal opportunity to ask questions and engage in a deeper exploration of the OES community.
Parent Conversation
This is time for you and a member of our Admissions Team to discuss your child as a learner, and to ask questions that are specific to your family. We encourage all parents/guardians to participate.
Flexible Tuition Application Deadline: January 31, 2022.
Learn more about this separate application process.
Upper School Admissions • 503-768-3115 • admit@oes.edu
Grade 9-12 Domestic Boarding
The Upper School application deadline has now passed. Please contact the Admissions Office before proceeding with the application process.
While in the process of updating application steps for the 23-24 school year, here are items from 22-23 to give you a sense of what the process will be:
We accept the Standard Application Online (SAO), which is ideal for applicants applying to multiple independent schools. You will still need an account in the OES Admissions Portal to sign up for events and to track your application.
First Step
Complete the online application and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75 (discounted to $50 before December 15). Application available in August.
Supporting Materials
- Parent Questionnaire
- Hand-Written Student Questionnaire
- Math and English Teacher Recommendations: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to the OES recommendation form to a current math and English teacher. Please be sure to send the requests with enough time for the teachers to meet the January 27 deadline.
Official Transcripts
Request official transcripts for 2021-22 plus two previous years. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school by February 11.
Admissions Tests
Scores must be from tests taken after August 1, 2021:
- SSAT: Learn about testing options and register at www.ssat.org. To share scores with us, enter OES school code 5572. The last day to take test in order to meet our deadline is February 7.
- TOEFL: Required if English is not your primary spoken language. Register at ets.org/toefl. OES school code is 9615
Student Interview
This is an opportunity for an OES staff or faculty member to get to know the student as a learner and as an individual. It is also a good time for students to ask questions and learn more about the OES community.
Flexible Tuition Application Deadline: January 31, 2022.
Learn more about this separate application process.
Upper School Admissions • 503-768-3115 • admit@oes.edu
Grade 9–12 International Boarding
The Upper School application deadline has now passed. Please contact the Admissions Office before proceeding with the application process.
While in the process of updating application steps for the 23-24 school year, here are items from 22-23 to give you a sense of what the process will be:
You may apply through the OES Admissions Portal or the Standard Application Online (SAO). SAO is integrated with our system, and we accept the SAO required forms in lieu of similar forms in the OES Admissions Portal. You will still need an account in the OES Admissions Portal to sign up for events and to track your application.
First Step
Complete the online application and submit a non-refundable application fee of $100. Application available in August.
Student Interview
This is an opportunity for an OES staff or faculty member to get to know the student as a learner and as an individual. It is also a good time for students to ask questions and learn more about the OES community. This is a required step in the application process, but you are welcome to sign up before submitting your application.
Supporting Materials
- Parent Questionnaire
- Hand-Written Student Questionnaire
- Math and English Teacher Recommendations: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to a math and English teacher. Please be sure to send the requests with enough time for the teachers to meet the January 27 deadline.
Official Transcripts
We require official transcripts for 2021-22 plus two previous years. Due February 11.
Admissions Tests
Scores must be from tests taken after August 1, 2021:
- SSAT: Learn about testing options and register at www.ssat.org. To share scores with us, enter OES school code 5572. The last day to take test in order to meet our deadline is February 7.
- TOEFL: Required if English is not your primary spoken language. Register at ets.org/toefl. OES school code is 9615
Flexible Tuition Application Deadline: January 31, 2022.
Learn more about this separate application process.
Upper School Admissions • 503-768-3115 • admit@oes.edu
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