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Our experienced independent admissions consultants specialize in the Edmund Burke School admissions process.
Edmund Burke School is a private, coeducational college-preparatory day school located in Washington, DC, serving students in grades 6 through 12. Known for its progressive philosophy, inclusive community, and commitment to student voice, Burke fosters a collaborative, inquiry-based learning environment. With small class sizes, a dynamic curriculum, and a focus on equity and social justice, the school encourages students to think critically, lead thoughtfully, and act with compassion. The admissions process includes student and parent essays, teacher recommendations, academic records, interviews, and school visits—making preparation, authenticity, and organization essential. At Cardinal Education, we’ve helped many families apply successfully to progressive schools like Edmund Burke. We offer one-on-one, personalized support to guide you through each step of the process:
1. Online Application Form
2. Parent/Guardian Statement
3. Student Personal Essay
4. Academic Transcripts and Progress Reports
5. Teacher Recommendation Forms
6. Student and Family Interview Preparation
7. Grade-Level Specific Application Strategy (Middle or Upper School)
8. SSAT/ISEE
At Cardinal Education, we help craft an authentic, polished application that showcases your child’s intellectual curiosity, individuality, and alignment with Edmund Burke School’s mission to cultivate life-long learners and ethical, engaged citizens.
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Cardinal Education was founded by Mr. Allen Koh. He is a Stanford alumnus who had a dream to help as many students as possible find academic success. Our reach has grown to an international level, reaching families from Ghana, Russia, Egypt, Indonesia, Singapore, China, UAE, India, Brazil, Oman, Nigeria, South Korea, the UK, and other parts of the world. We have a very honest, holistic, and discreet approach to the admissions process, which has earned us the trust and appreciation of the families who have partnered with us. The experience, skills, and knowledge we have gained in our growth have helped us help students apply and get accepted into some of the most respected boarding schools, including Phillips Exeter Academy, Phillips Academy Andover, Woodside Priory, Milton Academy, Choate Rosemary Hall, and Edmund Burke School, among others.
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Address: 4101 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20008
Edmund Burke School Admissions Website: https://www.burkeschool.org/admissions/applying
Student Population: High School: 220-230 | Middle School: 75-80
Average Class Size: 12
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Open House and Event Dates: Admissions Open House
December 14, 2024
10:00 a.m. – Middle School
1:30 p.m. – High School
Application Deadline: January 10, 2025
Testing Policy: Applicants are required to submit any school-based test or secondary school entrance exam, including SSAT, ISEE, DC CAPE, MCAP, SOL, MAP, STARR, ERB, HSPT, TOEFL, Duolingo (for international applicants), PSAT, or SAT. Testing should be completed by January 2025.
Essay Questions: Applications require a Parent and Student Statement, which can be completed on Ravenna-Hub.
Interview Importance: High
Edmund Burke School College Counseling Department: https://www.burkeschool.org/academics/college-counseling