A diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community provides the best learning environment for all students.
Outreach
We are always out in the community, eager to meet prospective families. We work with many associations that identify talented students from various communities, such as TEAK, A Better Chance, Oliver Scholars, Prep for Prep, Early Steps, REACH Prep, RIISE, and Breakthrough NY. We connect with public schools and charter schools in Manhattan and the Bronx to provide resources and information about transitioning to an independent school education. We love to connect with families and students from many different schools and neighborhoods, whether or not you are familiar with our school. If you’d like to know more, you can reach us at admission@riverdale.edu.
Holistic Admission
The admission committee assembles a holistic understanding of each applicant, including character strengths, the potential for community engagement, and academic preparation. We get to know students in multiple contexts, including an interactive group activity that is typical of a Riverdale learning experience. We look for students who demonstrate kindness, honesty, self-discipline, resilience, and independence, and families who will embrace our diverse and inclusive community.
Non‐Discriminatory Statement
Riverdale Country School seeks diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. In admission and employment policies and practices, in financial aid and loan programs, and in all its educational programs, Riverdale does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation, sex, gender, gender identity or expression.