Requests are handled on a case by case basis. Because the student's instruction should not only advance the student's development, but also enhance the overall fine arts program, the student seeking to use outside instruction to fulfill the requirement will ordinarily be expected to participate in the school's fine arts program. For example, a student studying violin with an outside teacher will also be expected to participate in the school's string ensemble. A student studying dance will ordinarily be expected to participate in the school's theater program. A fourth year of mathematics is strongly recommended.
Many colleges require four years of mathematics for admission.
Students must complete three years of a single language in the Upper School. Students taking these courses must also complete three full years of language study in the Upper School. Three semesters total in the Junior and Senior years. Each department provides the opportunity for qualified students to participate in an independent study program, the number of credits determined by the teacher in consultation with the departmental chair and principal. The student must complete an application form, obtained from the Principal, and have the project approved within the first two weeks of the semester during which the independent study will be done.