Admission Process

Thank you for your interest in Harvard-Westlake! Please complete the admission inquiry form to begin the application for the 2025-2026 school year.

Admission Application 

Submit your personal information and application fee. The fee is waived if applying for financial aid. 

Financial Aid Application (if relevant)

To apply for need-based financial aid, follow the instructions at hw.com/financialaid. If you have questions, contact the Financial Aid Office at 818.487.6562 or financialaid@hw.com.

Student Questionnaire

Help us learn about you and your interests by responding to some short-answer questions. Submit your responses at least two days before your interview.

Campus Visits and Events

Get to know the HW community by attending optional events, including arts performances, athletics competitions, and community events. Click here to view our calendar. Please be aware that some events require tickers or may only be open to currently enrolled families.

You can also register for optional parent/guardian information sessions at hw.com/visit.

Interview

Interviews for 7th and 9th grade applicants are scheduled on weekdays during school hours, either in person or via Zoom. Please make every effort to accept your appointed interview time. We cannot guarantee an interview if you decline your interview offer or reschedule.

Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE)

Register on the Educational Records Bureau (ERB) website and list Harvard-Westlake as a score recipient (school code 052135). Submit score results from a single test taken between August 1, 2024, and January 17, 2025.

Recommendations

We learn more about your progress in school by reviewing standard recommendation forms completed by your current school. Please enter recommenders' email addresses and the forms will be emailed to them. Recommendations should be completed between November 1 and January 17.

• Current English Teacher
• Current Math Teacher
• Current Administrator

Authorization for release of records and transcript

Email the Authorization for Release of Applicant's Record and Transcript form to the registrar or an administrator at your current school.