The Masters School (info/chances)

<p>I'm applying to the Masters School (mostly because of its location near New York City), and I was wondering if anyone here knows anything about it. I didn't have a chance to go up for a campus visit, so all my information is based on the website and viewbooks. I just want to know about things like dorm life (how are the dorms? I know they're all singles for girls, but are they really cramped?), the basic demographic of the school, social interaction (exclusivity, etc.), and the academics and arts programs. I know it's a tier 2 school, so if someone could tell me if there really is a significant difference between the academics compared to a tier 1 school. </p>

<p>Also, my chances please. I know everyone hates these, but I'm not really sure about the standards for a school that's not a "top school." I have a 94% overall on my SSATs. Mostly As and Bs, transcript-wise. My interview went really well, and I feel comfortable about the rest of my application. As for my ECs, I am very into theatre, and musical performance (I play the piano and the guitar quite adamantly). I've done Varsity Policy Debate which I explained that I do not plan on continuing but it could help me nonetheless. I come from an unrepresented state in the south and am not applying for financial aid. </p>

<p>I would really really appreciate any information anyone has. Thanks!!!!!! March 10th is just too far away.</p>

<p>The arts programs are very strong at The Masters School, and you certainly will be a train ride away from NYC. Their percent boarding is somewhat low. I was on their campus once several years ago and it looked attractive. It was at night, so I couldn't see all the buildings. It's not as large as some boarding campuses, but then it is so close to NYC. I have no idea about your chances, but from the little you have said you are within the range of their accepted students. </p>

<p>Don't even think about tiers. The tier 1 school for Alyria is the one in which you will thrive. </p>

<p>Good luck!</p>

<p>Hey, I'm really glad you're applying to Masters! I'll most likely be applying late to Masters and several other schools if I don't get into the other schools I applied to for regular admission. It's a great school and I think you have a really good chance. Good luck!</p>

<p>jonothan1 where will you apply later on?</p>

<p>Probably Cranbrook, Ashbury, Masters, and any other decent schools I can find where I would be happy and that offer rolling/late admissions.</p>

<p>Jonathan, aren't you happy at your current school?</p>

<p>Yeah, I like it, but I think I would do so much better and enjoy school more in a boarding environment. </p>

<p>I called Masters today about late admissions and the person who answered the phone was kind of rude. She sounded offended that I was asking about late admissions. Anyway, she said there isn't any FA available for late applicants so I won't be applying there. I tried calling Hackley as well but they didn't answer.</p>

<p>One of my best friends is at Masters and loves it!</p>