This year, a general admission test (SSAT, ISEE, ACT, PSAT, or SAT) is optional. If a student submits a test score that strengthens their application, we will consider it in our decision. Scores that do not strengthen an application will not be taken into account. Since Northfield Mount Hermon is test-optional, we do not provide any fee waivers for testing.

The TOEFL is still required for non-native English speakers. We only accept test scores directly from testing organizations or affiliate partners. The current TOEFL score expectation is 100 IBT or greater. A TOEFL may be waived by your NMH admission counselor if you have completed your last two years of school in a fully English-based curriculum. Our school code for the TOEFL is 8011. We will also consider the IELTS, EIKEN, or the Duolingo tests.

English and math teacher recommendations must be from your current instructors.

All students are required to have an interview. To schedule one, please call the admission office at 413-498-3227.

International applicants: Prospective students from countries where Northfield Mount Hermon historically has received large numbers of applications and whose native language isn't English are required to complete an interview with our partner organization, InitialView.

Currently, NMH requires applicants from the People's Republic of China and South Korea to use this interview service.

InitialView records a student’s live, unscripted interview and sends us a copy, along with a sample of the student’s writing. NMH admission counselors review and evaluate the interview and writing sample.

Please contact InitialView directly to arrange an appointment at least two weeks before the application deadline.

If you have additional information to add to your application (recommendations, updated transcripts, or our supplement), please submit it in the SchoolAdmin parent portal. 

In addition to the requirements above, supplementary material for athletes and visual and performing artists may be submitted; however, it is optional. We do not accept original artwork, CDs, or DVDs. Please email a link to media@nmhschool.org with a brief description of the submission in the subject line.

Families who need financial support to allow their student to attend NMH should submit an application for a need-based scholarship.