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ADMISSIONS

Application Process

How to Apply 

Applying to MBA is a straightforward process designed to help us get to know your son and family. Begin by completing an online inquiry to set up an account in our admissions portal, or sign up for one of our Thursday-morning tours of campus. We look forward to guiding you through this journey!

Step 1. Submit an Inquiry and Schedule a Tour

Filling out an inquiry form is the first step in our application process. By submitting the form, you allow MBA to connect with your family and share details about applying to MBA. It also ensures you receive personalized guidance throughout the process.
Step 2. Submit Official Application Form

Once your inquiry form is processed, you will receive credentials and instructions to create your application portal account and submit your initial application form and fee online. This allows you to begin managing your application checklist and file.
Step 3. Schedule a Shadow Visit

If you have completed an inquiry form, your son is eligible to schedule a Student Shadow Day – an immersive opportunity to see MBA through the eyes of a student. During his visit, he’ll attend classes, meet teachers and students, and experience what it’s like to be part of our school community. Reach out to Beth Anderson in the Admission Office to schedule your visit.
Step 4. Register for the ISEE Assessment

Be sure to register for the ISEE entrance exam. MBA will host an on-campus testing date on Jan. 30, 2027, for families who wish to test here.
Step 5. Submit Supplemental Materials and Schedule Student Interview

Be sure your son's school has submitted all supplemental materials to MBA by Feb. 1, 2027, and schedule your son's interview for Feb. 6, 2027, to complete the admission process.

Step 1. Submit an Inquiry & Schedule a Tour

Filling out an inquiry form is the first step in our application process. By submitting the form, you allow MBA to connect with your family and share details about applying to MBA. It also ensures you receive personalized guidance throughout the process.

Step 2. Submit Official Application Form

Once your inquiry form is processed, you will receive credentials and instructions to create your application portal account and submit your initial application form and fee online. This allows you to begin managing your application checklist and file.

 

Step 3. Schedule a Shadow Visit

If you have completed an inquiry form, your son is eligible to schedule a Student Shadow Day – an immersive opportunity to see MBA through the eyes of a student. During his visit, he’ll attend classes, meet teachers and students, and experience what it’s like to be part of our school community. Reach out to Beth Anderson in the Admission Office to schedule your visit.

Step 4. Register for the
ISEE Assessment

Be sure to register for the ISEE entrance exam. MBA will host an on-campus testing date on Jan. 30, 2027, for families who wish to test here.

Step 5. Submit Supplemental Materials & Schedule Student Interview

Be sure your son's school has submitted all supplemental materials to MBA by Feb. 1, 2027, and schedule your son's interview for Feb. 6, 2027, to complete the admission process.

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Admission Decisions and Replies 
  • Admission decisions will be sent to families via email on March 6, 2027 
  • Replies are due to MBA by March 10, 2027
Inquire Online SCHEDULE A TOUR
REGISTER FOR ISEE

CHARACTER SNAPSHOT
 

For admissions questions, contact: 
Michael Via
Director of Enrollment Management
615-369-5311
michael.via@montgomerybell.edu 

 

Transportation 

MBA offers two morning shuttle routes for families of MBA, St. Cecilia, Overbrook, Akiva, and Harpeth Hall in Davidson and Williamson counties: LaVergne–Antioch–Brentwood and Franklin/Hillsboro Rd (with a shuttle to Akiva). Buses run every school morning—including exam weeks—and keep regular times on Fridays and late-start days; any weather-related changes will be shared via text alert and the MBA website. If you have any questions, please contact Eric Viger at 313-623-7121 or eric.viger@montgomerybell.edu.


Non-Discrimination Policy

Montgomery Bell Academy does not discriminate in the administration of its admission and education policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.