Admissions
Welcome to Country Day!
We introduce young people to the world of ideas. We encourage them to be curious. We show them how to build on their inherent strengths and how to overcome the things they find difficult.
In short, we make our students ready. Ready to tackle complex challenges. Ready to lead with heart. Ready to succeed in a world none of us can even yet imagine.
Nancy EhringhausDirector of Admissions
Finding just the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make. We are delighted to help you as you begin learning more about our school."
At our independent school in Charlotte, NC, you will discover:
- Our students have the opportunity to develop passions, build on strengths, explore interests, and develop lifelong relationships in an environment that embraces each individual child.
- Our exceptional faculty, coaches, and administrators partner with parents to celebrate, challenge, encourage, and guide children so they are academically, emotionally, and socially prepared for the world of college and beyond.
- On two beautiful campuses, your child will appreciate the outdoors whether on a playing field, researching water quality in a nearby creek, writing poetry, or picking vegetables from our organic garden.
97%
five-year reenrollment average
1,744
students enrolled for 2024-25
375
students received $7.9 million in financial assistance.
257
students have parents whose cultural heritage represents 64 different countries of origin
21%
of the student population are students of color
28
of Mecklenburg County’s 30 ZIP codes, plus Union, Cabarrus, Iredell, Stanly, Gaston, and York counties are where our families live
David ZilberClass of 2004
Country Day was a pivotal part of my life that opened so many doors for me. In a few short years, I developed a passion for physics, fully learning a language, explored dozens of subjects with teachers who left a permanent mark on me, and formed many lasting memories. Perhaps best of all, I formed incredibly strong friendships with so many kind, intelligent, and highly talented people, who still to this day, inspire me to push for greatness."