Admissions
Application process
As you begin, write info@wmi-montessori.org with any questions. A member of our admissions committee will contact you once your application is complete, including transcripts and references. They will schedule an interview (in person or by phone/web). After the interview, the committee formally reviews your application. We notify you within two weeks of your interview.
We regret that WMI does not offer support for international student visas at this time.
What we look for
- The academic ability to pursue an intensive and deep study of child development
- A bachelor’s degree is not required; however many teaching positions will require a B.A. in addition to a Montessori diploma
- Adequate oral language and writing abilities
- High-level organizational abilities to manage the varied requirements of the course
- Integrity of character and maturity of personality congruent with leading a community of young children
- Openness to new ideas and a revolutionary approach to human development
Application components
- Contact and demographic information
- Previous Montessori training, if applicable
- English proficiency scores for international students or non-native English speakers: TOEFL iBT 80+, TOEFL Essentials 9.0+, IELTS 6.5+, or Duolingo English Test 105+. WMI’s TOEFL code is C741.
- 2–3 professional or academic references
- Educational and employment history / résumé
- Essay
- Transcript(s)
Tuition & fees
- Tuition varies by course, generally between $12,000–$16,500
- WMI offers several payment plans, depending on the course
- A non-refundable application fee of $100 is required for all diploma courses
- WMI does not offer financial aid; applicants are encouraged to apply for scholarships and school sponsorships
- Extra fees for books, AMI membership, and supplies for material making
Find your AMI diploma course
Each course has its own application. Choose a course to see its dates and apply, or contact our team to find the right fit.