Can students switch between day and boarding options at the same school?

Yes, but it depends on the school and on space. Cate School, for example, offers both boarding and day options and has allowed students to switch tracks, usually after a conversation with admissions or the residential life team. The Hun School of Princeton offers similar flexibility and sometimes even hybrid models for younger grades. Some schools have official waitlists for students looking to make the switch, while others evaluate requests on a case-by-case basis. If your family’s situation changes—or your student decides they’re ready for dorm life or misses their own bed—it’s definitely worth asking. Just don’t assume it’s automatic.