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Applying to Campbell Hall for 7th or 9th Grade: What Families Should Know

November 11, 2026 2 min read

Quick Answer for Busy Parents

Campbell Hall’s main Middle and High School entry points are 7th grade, with about 60 to 65 openings, and 9th grade, with about 30 to 35. Both follow the same Grades 7–12 process: an online application, an interview, three recommendations, transcripts, and standardized test results. Applying by November 16, 2026, guarantees an interview.

Openings by Grade

Grade Typical New Openings
Kindergarten 44–46
6th Grade About 10
7th Grade 60–65
9th Grade 30–35

Other grades open only through attrition, and 12th-grade applications are considered only in extenuating circumstances.

Same Process, Different Odds

Seventh and 9th grade applicants complete identical steps, but 7th grade admits roughly twice as many new students. That doesn’t make 9th grade out of reach, but it does mean families weighing both should think carefully about timing.

7th Grade 9th Grade
Typical openings 60–65 30–35
Interview Required Required
Recommendations English, Math, Administrator English, Math, Administrator
Testing ISEE preferred, or another exam ISEE preferred, or another exam

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Timing Your Application

  • Apply by November 16, 2026, to guarantee an interview.
  • Submit the final application by December 16, 2026.
  • Get recommendations, transcripts, and test results in by January 8, 2027.
  • Watch for decisions on March 12, 2027, and commit by March 19.

Choosing the Right Moment

The right entry grade depends on your child’s readiness and your family’s plans. We help families make that decision and prepare a strong application either way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it easier to get into Campbell Hall in 7th grade?
Seventh grade has more openings, about 60 to 65 compared with 30 to 35 in 9th grade, though Campbell Hall doesn’t publish acceptance rates.
Do 7th and 9th grade applicants follow the same process?
Yes. Both complete the Grades 7–12 application, interview, recommendations, transcripts, and testing.
Can my child apply for 8th or 10th grade?
Yes, but openings depend on attrition. Applicants to Grades 8, 10, or 11 who interviewed last season don’t need to interview again.
What happens if I apply after November 16?
You can apply through December 16, but an interview is only guaranteed for applications submitted by November 16.

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