Admissions

Admissions Events

We Can't Wait to Meet You!

Welcome to Nichols School, where we invite prospective students and their families to experience our vibrant campus and inspirational community! Please find our scheduled Admission events below. Registration is open now!

Viking Voices are open to any Middle or Upper School family looking to learn about our exceptional academic programs, arts, and athletics.

Viking Visits are open to any Upper School student that wants to spend time on campus with a host student.

Our Admission Tests are reserved for prospective Upper School students who have completed the application form. This is a required part of the application.

Viking Voices!


Join us for an evening of Viking Voices, open to prospective Middle and Upper School students and their families. Viking Voices features a moderated panel discussion with Nichols School faculty, administrators, and students. This event runs from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about our community, programs, and the application process. 

Viking Voices Dates:
  • October 24
  • November 19
Shadow at Nichols by attending a Viking Visit! 
 
For Nichols Upper School applicants, a great way to experience student life is by attending a Viking Visit! These morning events are from 7:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.. Students will attend three classes, a student life activity, and have the opportunity to meet with student ambassadors and members of the Admission Office to learn more about Nichols School. Students will also be able to enjoy lunch in our Dining Hall. Advanced registration is required to attend. Please click below to get started. 

Viking Visit Dates:
  • October 1
  • October 8
  • October 15
  • October 22
  • October 29
  • November 12
  • November 19
Admission Test Dates

All Upper School applicants are required to take the Admission Test. Once you submit your application, you will be able to register for one of the testing dates offered throughout the fall. Please note, advance registration is necessary, and a completed application form is required before sitting for the test. 

Test Dates:
  • October 3
  • October 17
  • November 7
  • November 21
  • December 7
  • December 14
  • December 27 
If you are experiencing family calendar conflicts with the times and dates of our scheduled events, please call our Admissions Office. We do our very best to make sure each family gets all the information they need throughout the process. 

Contact the Admissions Office at admissions@nicholsschool.org or call us at 716-332-6325. 

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