Admissions

Gilman Admissions

Welcome to Gilman! Here, your son will be known, loved, and challenged so that he has the skills and abilities to make our world a better place.

Welcome from the Admissions Team!

Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to introduce you to our School. At its core, Gilman comprises the most talented, driven students whom we encourage and inspire to be their best selves, in mind, body, and spirit. Our approach to learning emphasizes the central importance of educating the whole boy in every facet of his personality, which allows students to grow and thrive during their most formative years.

We look forward to working with your family — please feel free to contact our office with any questions!

Warmly,

The Gilman Admissions Team
admissions@gilman.edu

Applying to Gilman

Applications for the 2025-2026 School Year Are Now Open!

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Please continue to explore our website to learn more about division-specific curriculum and to get a glimpse into what is happening at Gilman!

Lower School Information

See the steps and key dates for applying to the Lower School (grades pre-k–4).

Middle School Information

See the steps and key dates for applying to the Middle School (grades 5–8).

Upper School Information

See the steps and key dates for applying to the Upper School (grades 9–12).

Choose Your Way to Visit Gilman

We look forward to introducing you to our school and creating opportunities for you to connect with faculty, students, and current families throughout the admissions process. If you want to get a jump-start on the 2026-2027 academic year, our spring and fall events will be posted in this section of our website once dates are available. Please select the type of event that best suits your schedule!

All-School Campus Tour and Map

The Gilman campus sits on 57 acres in the heart of Baltimore's Roland Park neighborhood. From the exciting tools and gadgets in the Middle School Innovation Lab to the state-of-the-art Markland Kelly, Jr. Health, Wellness, and Fitness Center to our three recently renovated and modularly designed libraries — and much, much more — we look forward to touring you through all the places our students learn and grow in mind, body, and spirit!

Check out some of the key landmarks and spaces on the Gilman campus through our virtual tour, or print a map below.

View Our Virtual Tour

Print Our Campus Map

A watercolor rendering of the Gilman School campus.

Learn More About Gilman

Why Gilman?

Boys have very specific educational and developmental needs, and Gilman has spent more than 100 years tailoring age-appropriate learning experiences to meet those needs.

Academics

Our curriculum hones in on how boys think, observe, and relate to each other on their way to becoming honorable, curious, humble, respectful, and resourceful young leaders.

Athletics

Community, Inclusion, and Equity

Our CIE work encourages vibrant exchange and courageous conversations.

Why a Boys' School?

Gilman makes the intentional choice to focus on the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional lives of boys and young men.

College Counseling

We are committed to the ideal of making lifelong learners of our boys, and, as such, Gilman graduates become successful undergraduates.

Arts

Learn how Gilman boys can express themselves through any or every artistic medium.

Health, Wellness, and Support

At Gilman, we strive to support the mind, body, and spirit of every boy.

Meet the Admissions and Enrollment Team

Our friendly staff can't wait to get to know your son and family and look forward to walking with you throughout the admissions process at Gilman!
Have a question? Please don't hesitate to reach out!