Explore Birch Wathen Lenox Admissions
Families come to BWL for more than a smooth admissions process. They come because they are looking for a school where students are known by adults, challenged by serious academics, and invited into opportunities that often come earlier here than they might elsewhere. Our size allows teachers to understand students closely, while our K–12 program gives them room to grow into leadership, advanced study, the arts, athletics, entrepreneurship, and college readiness.
The numbers below tell part of the story. At BWL, scale is not about being smaller for its own sake. It is about access: to teachers, to leadership, to meaningful opportunities, and to a school community where students are seen early and supported well.
Thank you for exploring Birch Wathen Lenox. We’re honored and excited that you are considering us for your family!
While the rest of our website will introduce you to our vibrant academic program and close-knit community, this page begins your journey with our Admissions Office. Our team is here to guide you through every step of the process, with thoughtfulness, clarity, and care.
We look forward to getting to know your family and to welcoming you to 210 East 77th Street soon. Please don’t ever hesitate to reach out if we may be of assistance along the way. It would be our pleasure.
Andrew T. Weller, ED.D
Dean of Admissions
admissions@gbwl.org
Click the circle below to begin the admission process to which your child will be applying.
 4:1Our 4:1 student-teacher ratio is among the best offered by comparable schools.
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 350350 total students across K–12
85 Lower School students
65 Middle School students 200 Upper School students |
 55:4555% male students
45% female students |
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 4040 club offerings for the 2025–2026 school year, often added based on student interest.
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 1111 interscholastic sports.
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 95%95% of faculty members hold advanced degrees.
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 38%38% of students receive financial aid.
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 34%Students of color make up approximately 34% of our student body.
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Tuition and Financial Aid
At The Birch Wathen Lenox School, we see education as a partnership with families who share our vision for intellectual growth, curiosity, and character. Our tuition and financial aid are designed to ensure that mission-aligned students can thrive at BWL, regardless of financial circumstance. Discover how we make a transformative education accessible to a wide range of families.
Meet the Admissions Team
At Birch Wathen Lenox, we believe the admissions process should feel like the beginning of a relationship, not just an application.
Our Admissions team is here to welcome, guide, and support families throughout every step of the application process. We take the time to get to know each child and family, building connections that reflect the spirit of our community. With warmth, care, and a deep belief in the power of a BWL education, our team is dedicated to helping you discover the possibilities that await here.
Navigate through the tabs below to learn more about the members of the Admissions team, and click the "Email Us" button to reach out to us.
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