Does Bowman School have an admissions assessment or an entrance exam?

Nope, no entrance exam at Bowman School. You can leave the flashcards and test prep drills behind. Bowman believes in getting to know students as whole people, not as test scores. Instead of a formal admissions test, the school uses a shadow visit where your child spends two full days on campus. It’s their chance to experience life as a Bowman Bee while teachers observe how they engage, interact, and learn. It’s less about filling in bubbles and more about being curious, kind, and ready to grow. That said, standing out still matters. At Cardinal Education, we offer expert interview preparation to help students and parents shine during shadow visits and admissions meetings—no bubble sheets required.