High School Semester & Summer Term
Admission Overview
The Island School believes that young people, given the right tools, can do just about anything– students are the force for positive change in the world!
Now that you are ready to begin your own Island School adventure, the first step is to start an application by submitting a preliminary form (linked below). Our application is student-led, and students can only pursue one program application per admissions cycle for the Semester OR Summer Term (and share preferences within the application). Through the process of applying, we hope that you might already begin to imagine a new way of learning and even discover something wonderful about yourself.
We hope this page can be your resource guide, inclusive of program dates, admissions deadlines, and information to make you feel prepared to submit your application. The Admissions Team will be your first point of contact. Please reach out to us with your questions!
Admissions Calendar
Throughout the admission season, we host virtual and in-person information sessions with our staff and alumni families. Check our events calendar and find a session for you and your family to learn more.
Semester Application
The applications for Fall 2026 & Spring 2027 are now available. Please click the ‘apply now’ button below to begin your application.
High school sophomores and juniors are eligible to apply (you must apply as a current freshman or sophomore).
| September 15, 2025 | Application Open |
| February 15, 2026 | Semester & Tuition Assistance Applications Due |
| March 13, 2026 | Admission Decisions Emailed |
| September 1 – December 10, 2026 | Fall 2026 Program Dates |
| January 26 – May 6, 2027 | Spring 2027 Program Dates |
Summer Term Application
The application for Summer Term 2026 is now available. Please click the ‘apply now’ button below to begin your application.
Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to apply (you must apply as a current freshman, sophomore, or junior).
| September 15, 2025 | Applications Open |
| January 15, 2026 | Summer Term & Tuition Assistance Applications Due |
| February 13, 2026 | Admission Decisions Emailed |
| June 22 – August 3, 2026 | Summer Term 2026 Program Dates |
BESS Application
The application for a BESS work-study away programme taking place during the 2026-2027 school year is now available. Please pursue an application for your preferred Island School term (Summer Term 2026 OR Fall 2026 & Spring 2027). All terms are paired with an internship placement; if you are interested in a year-long experience, we encourage you to pursue a Semester application. Note: internship placements are coordinated with students following admissions decisions. Please click the ‘apply now’ button below to begin your application.
Students aged 14 –18 years old (current high school students or recent graduates), and individuals who are Bahamian citizens or eligible for Bahamian citizenship, are eligible to apply.
| September 15, 2025 | Applications Open |
| January 15, 2026 | Summer Term Application Due |
| February 13, 2026 | Summer Term Admission Decisions Emailed |
| February 15, 2026 | Semester Application Due |
| March 13, 2026 | Semester Admission Decisions Emailed |
| June 22 – August 3, 2026 | Summer Term 2026 Program Dates |
| September 1 – December 10, 2026 | Fall 2026 Program Dates |
| January 26 – May 6, 2027 | Spring 2027 Program Dates |
Tuition & Affordability
An investment in The Island School provides an experience that will last a lifetime. We are committed to making the opportunity available for our accepted students. Learn more about our tuition assistance program.
Credit Transfer
Semester and Summer Term students receive a detailed transcript from their program, and our credits are transferrable to both independent and public schools. We encourage you to use the Summer Term Curriculum Guide and/or Semester Curriculum Guide as a resource.
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Sending Schools
Students in the Semester and Summer Term come from both public and independent schools in the United States, The Bahamas, and beyond. View a list of schools that are sending students to our programs. Please note, we are not limited to this list, and we are always excited to work with new schools!
Meet Our Admissions Ambassadors
Connect with our Admissions Ambassadors (students and family members) and hear from those who have lived the Semester and Summer Term experience. View recordings from our virtual information sessions here to hear directly from alumni!
Admission FAQs
Review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please contact our Admissions team directly at admissions@islandschool.org.
