Application Process

December 11: We are aware of an issue affecting current and prospective families from Asia that may be preventing access to the 2026 Application page. We apologize for this and we are working to resolve this issue. In the meantime, please contact Matt Rinkin at mrinkin@cardigan.org to share your family's interest in applying for Summer Session 2026.

Thank you for your interest in Cardigan’s Summer Session! The application process is detailed below.

Application

Applications for 2026 Summer Session are now open! Click the button below to begin your child’s 2026 application. *New families will be asked to create a CampMinder account.

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Application Checklist for First-Time Applicants

• Part One
  • Application (may be filled out by parent or guardian)
  • Application Fee
• Part Two (To be uploaded to your student account once part one is complete)
  • Form A: Student Statement (to be completed by student)
  • Form B: Administrative or Teacher Recommendation
  • 2024-2025/2025-26 Transcript or Report Card
  • English Proficiency Testing (International Students Only)

Enrollment Process

If your child is accepted, you will receive an official notification via email. At that point, you will be able to officially enroll your child. To secure their place in the program, you must sign the Enrollment Agreement electronically and pay the Expense Deposit of $500 for boarding students and $250 for day students within two weeks of receiving your acceptance email. Tuition is due in full by May 1, 2026.  

Please note: if you have applied for Financial Aid, you will be notified of that award separately from your program acceptance. You will not need to sign an Enrollment Agreement until you have also reviewed and accepted your Financial Aid Award. Your child will not lose their place in the program while their Financial Aid determination is in process.