At Chatham Hall, we believe that when a young woman steps beyond the boundary of her own comfort zone, she realizes the true power of her potential.
Every day across campus, you`ll discover your individual passions, learn to balance joy with challenge, gratitude with ambition, and to champion each other as you begin to weave together informed perspectives that will make up your worldview.
With endless opportunities illuminated before you, you'll feel confident taking the first steps toward a life that is all your own.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,500
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Chatham Hall ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 290 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Resources
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
Year Founded
1894
1906
Campus Size
365 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
122 students
314 students
% International Students
26%
20%
% Students Boarding
93%
70%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1060 - 1370
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
15
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
86%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$67 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$68,000
(www.chathamhall.org/admissions/affordability )
(www.chathamhall.org/admissions/affordability )
$64,460
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$28,500
$35,600
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$58,750
$46,150
% Students on Financial Aid
67%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$39,933
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Dec. 1 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Caroline Fisk
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
15
17
Courses
Advanced Biology, Advanced Calculus, Advanced Chemistry, Advanced Computer Science Coding, Advanced English III, Advanced English IV: Anna Karenina & the Russian Novel, Advanced English IV: Creative Nonfiction, Advanced English IV: Creative Writing - Poetry & Short Story, Advanced English IV: Jane Austen’s World, Advanced Physics, Advanced Spanish: Hispanic Heritage, Advanced Statistical Analysis, Advanced U.S. History, Advanced World History, Portfolio (Advanced art classes)
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
13
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
42
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Activists' Club, Animation Creation, Architecture Committee of Turtles, Astrology Club, Badminton Club, Bake Sale Club, Bit n' Spur Riding Club, Bollywood Club, Chatham Athletic Council, Cultural Perspectives, Dermatology Club, French Club, Gaming Club, Girl Up, GurlsTalk, International Student Association, Iris Fund, Latinos Unidos, Library Club, Literature Club, Model United Nations, National Water Dance, NOIR, Outdoors Club, Panache (Dance), Period, Political Awareness Club, PositiviTEA, Quintet, Right to Life, Russian Club, Sherwood (Drama), Spanish Club, Spectrum, Stiche in the Niche, Sustainability Club, The Iris Literary Magazine, TuTu Turtles Robotics Team, Voices for the Voiceless, Women's Health Club, Yearbook, Zumba Club
Activists' Club, Animation Creation, Architecture Committee of Turtles, Astrology Club, Badminton Club, Bake Sale Club, Bit n' Spur Riding Club, Bollywood Club, Chatham Athletic Council, Cultural Perspectives, Dermatology Club, French Club, Gaming Club, Girl Up, GurlsTalk, International Student Association, Iris Fund, Latinos Unidos, Library Club, Literature Club, Model United Nations, National Water Dance, NOIR, Outdoors Club, Panache (Dance), Period, Political Awareness Club, PositiviTEA, Quintet, Right to Life, Russian Club, Sherwood (Drama), Spanish Club, Spectrum, Stiche in the Niche, Sustainability Club, The Iris Literary Magazine, TuTu Turtles Robotics Team, Voices for the Voiceless, Women's Health Club, Yearbook, Zumba Club
College Matriculation
Year: 2019 - 2023
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
6
University of Virginia
6
College of William & Mary
5
James Madison University
4
Mount Holyoke College
4
Wofford College
4
North Carolina State University
3
Tufts University
3
University of Washington
3
Wellesley College
3
School Notes
- Chatham Hall is a grades 9-12 girls' boarding school in southern Virginia. Our unique location on 365 scenic acres allows for thoughtful reflection, deep friendships, and a break from the typical distractions. We are invested in all of the experiences that allow you to discover your unique powers.
- Chatham Hall accreditations: TABS, NAIS, ICGS, VAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Georgia O'Keefe 1905 - Artist
- Claudia Emerson '75 - Pulitzer Prize Winning Poet
- Jennifer Quainton '96 - Vice President of Content Programming, Audible
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Chatham Hall cost?
Chatham Hall's tuition is approximately $68,000 for boarding students and $28,500 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Chatham Hall?
Chatham Hall famous alumni include: Georgia O'Keefe 1905, Claudia Emerson '75 and Jennifer Quainton '96.
What sports does Chatham Hall offer?
Chatham Hall offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Riding, Soccer, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
Does Chatham Hall offer a summer program?
Yes, Chatham Hall offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Chatham Hall's ranking?
Chatham Hall ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes and Highest endowment/student.
When is the application deadline for Chatham Hall?
The application deadline for Chatham Hall is Dec. 1 / Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 / Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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The moment you step foot on Chatham Hall's campus you immediately feel at home. You feel the warmth of the community and feel accepted by everyone. Chatham Hall made me the person I am today. . .
Chatham Hall is the place you go to more fully realize yourself in a place full of friends, mentors, creative thinkers and FUN. Wellness and spiritual life, sports, arts, service to wild intellectual curiosity, an. . .
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