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Boston Latin Admissions Overview
Who can apply, the GPA rule, and how ranking works.
Read the guideKey Dates
Registration, MAP Growth and ranking dates, with a live countdown.
See the datesApplication Preparation
The composite score, MAP Growth, GPA and the four tiers.
Plan preparationSchool Fit
What to weigh beyond selectivity before your student applies.
Think it throughParent FAQ
Short answers to the questions families ask most.
Read the FAQBoston Latin: MAP Growth, GPA and tiers explained
How the BPS composite score works: 30% MAP Growth, 70% GPA, then four socioeconomic tiers and a 20% citywide share of invitations.
Read the guideBoston Latin admissions timeline for fall 2027 entry
Every published BPS exam school date for fall 2027: registration closes December 4, MAP Growth in January, ranking by February 5, decisions in late April.
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