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We’re looking for engaged and curious students who want to delve deeply into their learning and be a part of our close-knit, inclusive community.

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Be Heard.

Be You.

Be Seen. Be Heard. Be You.

  • Young man with curly hair wearing a vibrant patterned shirt, standing behind a music stand with sheet music, near a microphone and musical equipment in a rehearsal space.

    “Meridian focused on my natural curiosity instead of grades and test results. It balances rigorous academics with an incredibly strong community. I knew everyone’s names in the whole school and my graduating class size of 11 felt like a family.”

    Evan Hero, Class of 2025

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    “In the classes I've taken and jobs I've held since graduating, I am grateful that Meridian taught me not what to think, but how to think.”

    Zayna Hopkins, Class of 2023

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    “I love watching students at Meridian learn how to reflect on their individual learning experiences. They often amaze their parents when they describe the challenges, successes, and revelations of their learning processes each year!”

    Judy Boykin-McCarthy, counselor

Meridian is distinctive in its combination of a small, close-knit community and an ambitious, student-driven approach to learning.

Students have the time and support to pursue meaningful questions through interdisciplinary, project-based work, while multi-age classes and shared community experiences create opportunities to collaborate, lead, and learn from one another.

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While there are no traditional letter grades, students receive regular feedback and revision, authentic audiences to share their work, and a curriculum that extends into the Boston community and beyond. Meridian gives students an education built around curiosity, agency, connection, and real-world engagement.

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Highlighted Projects

Want to see what students are capable of doing when they're given opportunity and support? Check out some of our highlighted projects.

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Junior Research Projects

To see the defining experience of a Meridian education, which brings together the skills and knowledge students have developed throughout their time here, check out our Junior Research Projects.

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How to Apply

Learn more about the application process and the steps we take to get to know each student who applies to Meridian.

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Matched Tuition

We believe in fostering a diverse community. Our Matched Tuition program aligns with our social justice values. Learn more about our tuition here.

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