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SCHOLARSHIP EXAM

& FACULTY FORUM

Saturday, January 25 | 9:30-11:45 AM

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Is your 7th-9th grade student looking to apply to Falmouth Academy? Don’t miss this opportunity! Student applicants are invited to participate in Falmouth Academy’s in-house scholarship exam. The top four scorers will be awarded a $10,000 merit scholarship toward their education at Falmouth Academy.

What to expect during the event:

Student Exam: Applicants will take a math and English exam designed by our faculty, showcasing their skills and potential. They will receive a snack halfway through the test.
Parent Program: While students are taking the exam, parents and guardians will gain valuable insight into Falmouth Academy’s approach to education through a series of short presentations by our faculty.
Application Process Overview: The Admission Office will provide an overview of the admission and tuition assistance application process.

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Everyone has a place here – the actor, the athlete, the artist, the scientist. The teachers are amazing. They have the freedom to teach their passion. They’re approachable, supportive. Their standards are high. And as our daughters say, ‘our homework means something.’

- Andrée and John Ramsey, Parents '20, '22

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in this event and sit for the exam?

This event is exclusively for prospective students and their families. Only students applying for grades 7 through 9 are eligible to sit for the exam. Currently enrolled students are not eligible to participate.

Do I need to register to attend the event?

Registration is encouraged as it allows us to plan the event logistically. Drop-ins are welcome.

What time should I arrive for the event?

Please arrive between 9:15 AM and 9:30 AM to ensure we can start the exam and the presentations on time.

Will there be transportation from the ferry terminal for MV families?

Yes. A Falmouth Academy bus will pick up Martha's Vineyard families at 9:00 AM in Woods Hole. There will be a return bus for the 12:00 PM ferry.

Do I need to stay while my student takes the exam?

You may drop off your student for the exam, but we encourage you to stay for the faculty presentations. Each faculty member will speak for 2 minutes about what makes Falmouth Academy unique.

Where should I park and what do I do once I arrive?

Please park in the gravel visitor lots in the front of school. Check-in will be in the front of school.

Will there be a formal presentation?

As students are taking the exam, parents will hear brief presentations from faculty. It's a great opportunity to meet and hear from the teachers that inspire our students every day.

What can my student do to prepare for the Scholarship Exam?

Students do not need to prepare in any way. There will be a section of math and a section of English. There will also be open-ended questions to allow students to showcase their creativity and critical thinking. We will provide them with pencils and snacks.

When will I find out the results of the exam?

The Admission Office will contact you within two weeks following the events with the results.

My student cannot take the exam that day. Can we reschedule for another day?

Unfortunately, we only offer the test on one day.

Is the $10,000 award for one year?

If your student places in the top four test takers and is accepted and enrolls at FA, the $10,000 merit award will be applied towards their tuition every year they are enrolled and remain in good academic standing.

Do you offer other merit-based awards?

Our scholarship exam is currently our only merit-based award.

We are proud to award more than $1.3 million annually in aid to our students through our Tuition Assistance program. Families applying for tuition assistance must complete an application through Clarity. Tuition assistance is determined by Falmouth Academy's Tuition Assistance Committee. Information on how to apply can be found on our Tuition and Affordability page.

Do you offer tuition assistance?

Yes. Tuition assistance is determined by Falmouth Academy's Tuition Assistance Committee with information provided through family's Clarity tuition assistance application. Information on how to apply can be found on our Tuition and Affordability page.

What if I have questions but am unable to attend the event?

Please fill out this Inquiry Form, and we will contact you to schedule a personal tour or phone call.

Are you accepting applications?

Yes, we are currently accepting applications for 2025-2026. Please visit our application checklist on our website.

Can't attend the Scholarship Exam & Faculty Forum?

Visit our event page to explore upcoming admission events, both on campus and in local communities:

Tuesday, December 10 | Info Session on Martha's Vineyard

Saturday, January 25 | Scholarship Exam at Falmouth Academy

Wednesday, February 5 | Info Session at Falmouth Academy

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