Post-Graduate | Marvelwood School | Kent, Connecticut

Post-Graduate

One Year. 
Infinite Impact.

College is a developmental leap. 

We’re here to ensure you land on your feet. Marvelwood’s Post-Graduate year is a one-year immersive experience designed to sharpen the academic and personal skills needed to succeed in college. A PG year at Marvelwood provides a transitional "home away from home" where students build the self-advocacy and resilience that higher education demands in a safe and highly supportive environment. 

Mastering independence

With our warm and welcoming community behind you, you’ll master the independence needed for college life with a safety net still in place.  

  • Customized curriculum to meet your goals
  • Access to a wide range of engaging electives and extracurriculars
  • College counseling

Our fiercely-dedicated faculty create individualized approaches to learning that prepare you for the rigors of college-level work. Our optional Learning Support program helps students understand how they learn best—and turn those insights into their greatest strengths.

Whether you’re refining your GPA, mastering executive functioning, or seeking one more year of growth and leadership, we’ll ensure you’re ready to make the most of your college experience. 

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Why Marvelwood for your PG year?

Customized Learning: 
A curriculum built around your specific goals and interests.
Skill Mastery: 
Focus on academic skills needed for college, such as writing, advocacy, and study habits.
Community & Wellness: 
A diverse, welcoming environment where you can explore a breadth of opportunities, strengthen resilience, and build confidence.
Leadership: 
Build maturity and character with a leadership role in our arts, athletics, or community service programs. Leave with a resume that stands out.
The Bridge to Independence: 
Structured study halls and time-management coaching.
A Tailored Academic Edge: 
From AP courses to independent studies, we fill the gaps in your transcript and sharpen your academic skills.
The College Counseling Advantage: 
Dedicated, one-on-one support throughout the application process.