Are you ready for an exciting, challenging academic experience on the Maine Coast?
We seek students who are looking for an exciting and challenging experience, thriving at their own school, and ready to seek new ways of learning for themselves and new ways to contribute to others. Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki is not for everyone. Students who enroll here-–high school juniors and seniors from a diverse array of communities across the country-–are self-directed, motivated, enthusiastic, and joyful. Come grow with us!
Visit Campus
See What We Mean by Life-Changing Learning in Nature Interested in learning more about life changing learning in nature? We highly encourage you to come see our 400-acre campus and ...
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition Our comprehensive fee (inclusive of tuition, room, board, and books/academic materials) for the 2025-2026 academic year is $37,800 per semester. We encourage every interested student to apply. Our admissions ...
FAQ
What is a semester school? Semester schools, in general, are similar to the college-level “junior year abroad” but for high school students. The semester school model provides a boarding-school-like atmosphere ...
Contact Admissions
Reach out today: Admissions inquiries can be addressed to admissions@chewonki.org or by calling (207) 656-5817. Maine Coast Semester 485 Chewonki Neck Road Wiscasset, Maine 04578
Start or Resume Your Application
We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Please note: The Office of Admissions at Maine Coast Semester recognizes the challenges posed by the recent LA-area wildfires, ...
Admissions Events
Upcoming 2024-2025 Admissions Events
Application Checklist
Application Checklist 1. Complete the Online Application (required) Our application includes several elements: basic background information, awards and honors, extracurricular activities, a brief short answer section, and an essay. ...
Virtual Admissions Center
Life-Changing Learning to Prepare You for College and Beyond The Most Transformative Four Months of Your High School Experience Await! Step outside the typical classroom walls and dive into a ...
