Boarding School Admissions

Your child belongs at one of the world’s best boarding schools.

Cardinal Education has spent nearly two decades placing students at Andover, Exeter, Choate, and the country’s most selective boarding programs. We know what it takes — and how to get your child there.

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We Help Your Child Stand Out in Every Way That Matters.

Nearly 20 Years of Admissions Expertise

Trusted by Families Across 15+ Countries

Specialists in Elite Boarding School Admissions

Founded by a Stanford-Educated Expert

WHY CARDINAL EDUCATION

Every child has a story. We help yours tell it well.

Elite boarding schools aren’t just looking for grades. They’re looking for students with genuine curiosity, a compelling narrative, and a profile that feels authentically theirs. We help your child build exactly that.

Our Consulting Packages Are Built Around One Goal: Helping Your Child Shine

Cardinal Education offers fully personalized Andover admissions consulting packages that cover every dimension of the application. Through every step of the process, we build character, develop skills, and help your child grow so nothing is left to chance, and no potential goes untapped.

What’s Included:

Strategic School Fit Analysis Essay & Personal Statement Coaching Interview Preparation Application Strategy & Positioning Test Prep (SSAT/ISEE)

SCHOOLS WE’VE PLACED OUR STUDENTS INTO

The top 20 boarding schools — and beyond.

Our students gain admission to the country’s most selective boarding programs. Whatever your child’s aspirations, we’ve been there before.

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National boarding school strategy Fit, readiness, and application strength
1 Right-school targetingWe compare academics, culture, location, and boarding readiness.
2 Complete application supportStudents build stronger essays, interviews, and activity narratives.
3 Family guidanceParents get a clear process from school list to final submission.

Family Testimonials

Families trust Cardinal Education when the stakes are highest.

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Admissions outcomes start with the right story
Essay clarity Interview confidence Family guidance

“Cardinal Education helped me understand how to tell my story with confidence. I felt more prepared for every essay and interview.”

S 10th grade student, California

Ready to Begin?

Give your child the advantage to get in.

Schedule a consultation with Cardinal Education and learn how our Andover admissions experts can help your child put their best foot forward.