Admission

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One of the best ways to get to know Kimball Union Academy is by experiencing our vibrant campus community. We invite you to visit us in person as seeing where you will live and learn helps bring into focus the full KUA experience.

- Kimball Union Academy

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Fall is a great time to visit KUA. We are open for tours during the following times:

Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 9:30 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 12:45 a.m., 1:50 p.m.
Wednesday, Saturday: 9:30 a.m., 10: 40 a.m.
Thursday: 9:30 a.m. 12:45 a.m., 1:50 p.m.

Contact the Office of Admission at 603-469-2100 to book your visit. Please complete our inquiry form before scheduling so we can learn a little more about you before your visit.

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Visiting the Upper Valley

Admission Events

Arriving on Campus

We highly recommend arriving the night before your visit to explore the area, including nearby Hanover, home of Dartmouth College. The Hanover Inn and Six South Street Hotel offer Kimball Union discounts and places you in the heart of this quintessential New England town with restaurants and shops within walking distance.

As you plan your trip to campus, please note that we recommend you follow directions on Visiting KUA. On I-89, please take exit 16, 17, 18 or 20, as some navigation systems will direct you to a road that does not exist.

The Barnes Admission building is located at 64 Main Street, Meriden, New Hampshire. Visitor parking is at the top of the hill on Chellis Road. Barnes is the grey stone building with white pillars just two doors down from the parking lot.

What to Expect

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Arrival

You will arrive at Barnes Admission building and be greeted by a member of our Admission team who can answer any questions and help you get oriented in the Upper Valley. We invite you to take in the views from the top of campus while you get situated for your tour.
The Interview

You will sit down with an Admission officer for an extended conversation. This is an opportunity for us get to know you beyond what we can read in your application. Tell us about your passions, your interests, and what you are looking for in your high school experience. This is also a time for you to ask any questions about our community that may not have been covered in the tour. For the interview, we ask that you dress comfortably, but do not wear jeans or sweatpants. We encourage you to leave your phone in the car.
The Tour

Visiting families will enjoy a tour of our scenic campus led by either a student or member of the Admission team. You will get a peek inside classrooms, athletic facilities, Flickinger Arts Center, the Schafer Family Library, and Doe Dining Commons. This is a great chance to get a feel for the community. Feel free to ask the tough questions!

List of 8 members.

Joshua Labove

Director of Enrollment Management

603 469-2101
Nick Antol

Senior Associate Director of Admission, Director of Financial Aid, Boys' Lacrosse Coach

603-469-2107

Bio
Nick joined Kimball Union Academy in 2015 as an Associate Director of Admission and the Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse Coach. Before moving to Meriden, NH, Nick spent eleven years working in the Admission Office at Portsmouth Abbey School and one year at Cape Henry Collegiate School.

Nick is from Baltimore, Maryland. He attended Loyola Blakefield where he was the captain of the hockey and lacrosse teams during his senior year. Nick continued his lacrosse career at the University of Notre Dame where he was an accounting major and a goalie on the 1st Notre Dame team to reach the Final Four. After graduating in College in 2003 Nick helped coach Cape Henry Collegiate School to their first-ever state championship. While an assistant at Portsmouth Abbey, the lacrosse team won nine league championships in eleven years and three goaltenders were named U.S. Lacrosse All-Americans. In 2014, Nick earned his Masters’ in Athletic Administration from Ohio University. Nick and his wife Polly live on campus in Rowe House; along with their two daughters Carter and Gracie.
Mattie Ford DiNapoli

Assistant Director of Admission, Alpine Ski Director

603-469-2106

Bio
Since joining the KUA community in 2021, Mattie has worn many hats, currently serving in the Admissions office and as the Director of Alpine Skiing. A proud Middlebury College graduate with a degree in Economics, Mattie led the women’s Alpine Ski Team as captain and earned All-American honors twice. Mattie, her husband, and their two children enjoy campus life, frequently seen at the dining hall or various school events.
Kate Gerdsen

Admission Counselor

603 469-2103

Bio
Kate graduated from Wofford College in South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Before college, she attended boarding school in New Jersey, where she developed a passion for education and community living. Now, as an Admissions Counselor at KUA, she is excited to be part of the vibrant campus community and support prospective students through the admissions process. Kate lives on campus in Mikula with her dog, Ella, and coaches JV girls tennis. She is eager to embrace all the opportunities and connections that boarding school life offers.
Cory McClure

Associate Director of Admission, Head Coach Varsity Boys Basketball

603-469-2109

Bio
Cory McClure joined Kimball Union Academy in the summer of 2019 as an Associate Director of Admission and Boys’ Varsity Basketball Coach. Prior to KUA, Cory enjoyed similar roles at other New England boarding schools for nearly 15 years. His experiences as a classroom teacher, advisor, dorm head, coach, and over a decade working at the collegiate level, gives him a unique perspective to share with families and potential students that are considering Kimball Union Academy. Cory is a graduate of the University of New England and is a native New Englander. He and his wife Destiny and children Max '24, Sylvia '25, and Griffin '28 live on campus and enjoy the school’s diverse community as well as the Greater Upper Valley Region.
Destiny McClure

Manager, Enrollment Operations

603 469-2104

Bio
With over a decade of experience in the boarding school sector, Destiny serves as Kimball Union Academy’s Manager of Enrollment Operations, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for prospective families and students. Having lived on campus for the past six years with her husband Cory and their 3 children, Max '24, Sylvia '25, and Griffin '28, Destiny is deeply connected to the Kimball Union community and offers valuable insights into campus life. She brings extensive experience from various roles in student life, college counseling, and the head of school’s office. Outside of work, Destiny enjoys traveling, fly fishing with Cory, and exploring all that the Upper Valley has to offer.
Susanne Nowlan

Executive Assistant for Enrollment

603-469-2111
Angelica Pascual

Assistant Director of Admission and Girls' Varsity Basketball Coach

603 469-2108