Welcome to North Bennet Street School!
You will find admissions information here for the eight full-time programs at North Bennet Street School. The school admits a wide range of students each year. The process is easy and we work with you to answer questions and provide support.
The best way to discover if the school is the right fit for you is to visit. Tour the facilities, meet others who are interested in the school, ask questions and learn more about the school and the admissions process. Attend one of the monthly information sessions or schedule an individual meeting and tour. To learn more about information sessions, click here. Contact us with your questions by phone, email, IM, and Skype.
- The flags on this map of the world identify the countries where recent alumni live and work.
Getting started.
The first step is to complete the free online application. Once you complete this form a file is created to receive the balance of the admissions requirements listed below. If you prefer to fill out a paper form, we are happy to email or mail one to you. Call 617-227-0155 x301 or write to admissions@nbss.edu to request a paper form.
ROLLING ADMISSIONS
NBSS offers rolling admissions on decisions for Spring and Fall matriculation. We accept applications and make decisions on completed applications throughout the year. Admissions decisions are generally made on completed applications within one month of completion. To schedule a visit, write to admissions@nbss.edu or call 617-227-0155 x 301.
It is to your advantage to complete the admissions requirements and financial aid applications as soon as you are ready. Programs are competitive and may fill quickly. When a program is full we start a wait list made up of qualified applicants. Wait listed applicants will be accommodated as soon as a bench becomes available.
MATRICULATION
If you are identified as a qualified applicant, you will receive an acceptance letter, an enrollment agreement, and a financial aid award letter if you applied for financial aid. As a part of the enrollment agreement we ask for a non-refundable $150 registration fee, and a tuition down payment of $2000 which is applied to the final monthly tuition payment of your program.
FINANCIAL AID
There are priority deadlines for NBSS need based scholarships which are based on the results of the FAFSA. April 1 is the priority deadline for NBSS Scholarships for Fall admission. Fall admission is offered in all eight full-time programs. September 1 is the priority deadline for NBSS Scholarships for Spring admission. Spring admission is available in Cabinet and Furniture Making, Jewelry Making and Repair, Locksmithing and Violin Making and Repair. NBSS Scholarship Applications received after the priority deadlines are considered based on availability of scholarship funds.
Application REQUIREMENTS
The following are required to complete an application to North Bennet Street School:
- Application
- Transcript(s)
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Work & Experience History
- Visit North Bennet Street School
- Program Specific Requirements
- International Students Requirements
*Please put your name on every page/document that you submit. Materials should be emailed to admissions@nbss.edu or mailed to: Admissions, North Bennet Street School, 39 North Bennet Street, Boston MA 02113 or faxed to 617-227-9292.
Description of Application Materials:
- Application: A completed application, online or hard copy (available by request).
- Transcript(s): One of the following is required showing that you completed your studies:
- Official high school transcript or GED.
- Official post-secondary transcript(s) including Associate, Bachelor, or advanced degree.
- International students please see #8. Transcripts or evaluations should be mailed directly to: Admissions,
North Bennet Street School, 39 North Bennet Street, Boston MA 02113.
- Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation are required, preferably from an instructor, mentor, employer or client.
- Letters should be mailed to: Admissions, North Bennet Street School, 39 North Bennet Street, Boston MA 02113 or emailed to admissions@nbss.edu or faxed to 617-227-9292. Recommendations may be submitted electronically through the letter of recommendation form.
- Letters must include the recommender contact information and provide information about your abilities and potential to succeed in your program and industry of interest.
- Statement of Purpose: A one page typed, double-spaced essay detailing your experience, reasons for applying, professional goals and what you can contribute to the program and the industry.
- Resume: Work and experience history including a list of related courses, internships and other skill-building experiences.
- Visit North Bennet Street School:
- Information sessions are scheduled monthly for all programs.
- Interviews should be scheduled in advance.
- Out-of-state/country applicants may schedule an initial phone or Skype interview.
- Program Specific Requirements: If you are applying to one of the programs listed below, include the noted materials with your application.
- Jewelry Making and Repair
- A portfolio of your work including 6 – 8 photos either digital or printed and labeled with your name and brief descriptions.
- A scheduled meeting with faculty once your application and portfolio are submitted.
- Bookbinding and Cabinet and Furniture Making
- A portfolio of your work including 6 – 8 photos either digital or printed and labeled with your name and brief descriptions.
- Carpentry and Preservation Carpentry
- An 8th grade level math test consisting of arithmetic and computation questions. If you provide evidence of achieving a B grade or better in high school algebra or beyond, you may be excused from taking the test.
- Locksmiththing and Security Technology
- CORI Report to ensure employability after graduation
- Violin Making and Repair
- A portfolio of your work including 6 – 8 photos either digital or printed and labeled with your name and brief descriptions.
- A 40-minute NBSS math test consisting of arithmetic and computation questions. If you provide evidence of achieving a B grade or better in high school algebra or beyond, you may be excused from taking the test.
- International students: In addition to the other requirements, international students must complete these steps.
- Applicants must submit copies of official
secondary or post-secondary transcripts in English. If your official
transcript is not in English, submit a certified credential evaluation
of your transcript. The Office of Admissions reserves the right to
request a certified credential evaluation from all international
applicants. Agencies that provide certified credential evaluations are
listed on the NBSS website.
- Submit an M1 student visa. Learn more about the M1 student visa at www.internationalstudent.com.
- English Language Proficiency:
• A certificate of completion from an English Language institution or course. This includes courses on transcripts, language school certificates, TOEFL, and IELTS.
Questions about the admissions process are welcome. Call 617-227-0155 or write to admissions@nbss.edu.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY
North Bennet Street School admits individuals of any religion, sex, race, age, color, national and ethnic origin and accords them all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of religion, sex, race, age, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships and loan programs, athletic and other school administered programs.
Please contact us if you have questions about NBSS programs or the admission process. We’re always happy to talk to you!
North Bennet Street School
39 North Bennet Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02113
Phone: 617-227-0155
Fax: 617- 227-9292
Email: admissions@nbss.edu
North Bennet Street School's full-time programs are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).