Admissions | Avon Old Farms

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YOUR AVON JOURNEY STARTS WITH…

ADMISSIONS

At Avon Old Farms, we inspire young men to excel both personally and professionally. Learn why our all-boys private school in Connecticut is for you!

We Aspire.

We Persevere.

Our boys are guided by teachers, mentors, and coaches who meet them where they are and encourage them to aspire and persevere. Our Brotherhood is built of boys who are working to excel, find new passions, and support each other in their endeavors.

What exactly IS the Brotherhood at Avon?
OptimizedImage,Optimized Avon Old Farms student walking through campus in Fall

“AVON BROTHERHOOD”
BY JAMES MORR ’22

The Process

We’re excited for you to start your Avon Journey. Already have an admission profile? Login to the Admissions Portal here:

Admissions Portal

1

INQUIRE

To start the interview process, please first fill out our inquiry form.
INQUIRE

Thank you for your interest in Avon Old Farms School. Please complete the brief inquiry form so you are able to:

  • Receive information about Avon
  • Hear about events on and off campus
  • Track your application

 

Inquiry Form

2

CAMPUS & TOUR INTERVIEW

Schedule your on-campus interview.
CAMPUS TOUR & INTERVIEW

A huge part of what makes the Avon Old Farms School experience so unique is our stunning Cotswold Tudor campus.

Schedule your on-campus tour and interview by calling 860-404-4243 or emailing.

 

Location

  • 20 minutes from Hartford, CT
  • 2 1/2 hours from New York City, NY
  • 2 hours from Boston, MA

3

APPLY

Avon utilizes the Standard Application Online (SAO).
APPLY

Applications are due January 15 and financial aid applications are due February 1.

 

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4

FINANCIAL AID

The Financial Aid Committee strives to help as many families as possible.
FINANCIAL AID

At Avon Old Farms School, we are committed to fostering a community where opportunities for personal and academic growth are accessible to all deserving young men. Last year, 40% of Avon Old Farms families collectively received more than $6.1 million in financial aid grants.

 

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Avon Voices

Hear from our families why Avon was the right choice for their sons.
BRIAN & DONNA MCDERMOTT
PARENTS
BRIAN & DONNA MCDERMOTT - PARENTS

Local parents discuss how Avon was the right fit for their son, Jack ’25.

BRIAN & DONNA MCDERMOTT
MIKE LECH ’88 WITH FAMILY
PARENT & ALUMNUS
MIKE LECH ’88 - PARENT & ALUMNUS

Alumnus and parent Mike Lech talks about how he knew the Avon Brotherhood was the right fit for his son, Chase ’23.

MIKE LECH ’84 & FAMILY
Marisa Pratt, Parent
PARENTS
MARISA PRATT P'23 - PARENT

Mother Marisa Pratt talks about how the opportunities afforded at Avon helped her son Stratton ’23 decide to pursue a pre-med path in college.

Marisa Pratt, Parent

Each student shall receive aid in solving his own problems by having opened to him, for inspiration and encouragement, a vision of the possibilities.
THEODATE POPE RIDDLE

FOUNDER

Avon Old Farms student drawing en plein air in the woods
BOARDING LIFE

Avon’s boarding experience is more than just living away from home; it's a transformative journey. Avonians forge lifelong friendships and discover their true potential in our tight-knit community.
Avon Old Farms student in conversation
TUITION & FINANCIAL AID

At Avon Old Farms School, we are committed to fostering a community where opportunities for personal and academic growth are accessible to all deserving young men.

Experience the Brotherhood for yourself.

We look forward to welcoming you to campus.

QUESTIONS?

Our Admission Team is available to talk in person at 860-404-4167 or by email.

  • Admissions Portal

    Access every step of the application and enrollment process anytime in our Admission Portal.

  • Open House

    Come experience Avon Old Farms, explore our campus, and talk to teachers and students. RSVP to our open house!

  • Why Avon

    At Avon Old Farms, we inspire young men to excel both personally and professionally. Learn why to attend our all-boys private school in Connecticut!

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At Avon Old Farms, our academic program instills a curiosity in learning.

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