EF Academy's mission to open the world through education inspires everything we do. At our private high school welcoming day and boarding students from 60+ countries including the US, students engage in a learning experience that asks them to explore diverse perspectives through a process of collaboration, analysis, and reflection aimed at developing the skills necessary to respond to the challenges and opportunities facing their generation.
Experience a high school education enhanced by global perspectives with space and encouragement to study and reach your aspirations.Satisfy all your high school credit requirements, get personalized course planning & university preparation and engage in more than 120 learning enrichment and club activities per year. Take a virtual tour
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $69,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $42,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
EF Academy New York ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 290 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Faculty Education
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
2005
1906
Campus Size
97 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
400 students
314 students
% Students of Color
40%
25%
% International Students
90%
20%
% Students Boarding
90%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
Number of IB Courses Offered
60
-
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
90%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$69,500
(Upgrades to twin and single rooms also available)
(Upgrades to twin and single rooms also available)
$64,460
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$42,000
(Day students are welcome to join weekend and after-school activities.)
(Day students are welcome to join weekend and after-school activities.)
$35,600
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$66,500
$46,150
% Students on Financial Aid
25%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$15,000
(Need-based financial aid. Scholarships available)
(Need-based financial aid. Scholarships available)
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
85%
60%
Director of Admissions
Lauren Blankstein
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
n/a
17
Courses
Creativity Activity & Service (CAS), Extended Essay (EE), IB Biology (HL/SL), IB Chemistry (HL/SL), IB Chinese A Language and Literature (HL/SL), IB Economics (HL/SL), IB English A Literature (HL/SL), IB English B (HL), IB Environmental Systems and Societies (SL), IB Film (HL/SL), IB French Ab Initio (SL), IB German A Literature (HL/SL), IB Global Politics (SL), IB History (HL/SL), IB Mandarin Ab Initio (SL), IB Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (HL/SL), IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation (SL), IB Music (HL/SL), IB Physics (HL/SL), IB Russian A Literature (HL/SL), IB Self-Taught A Literature (SL), IB Spanish A Language and Literature (HL/SL), IB Spanish Ab Initio (SL), IB Spanish B (HL/SL), IB Vietnamese A Literature (HL/SL), IB Visual Arts (HL/SL), Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
9
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
56
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
AI Club, Anime Club, Chess & GO Club, Chinese Language and Culture, Choir, Christian Club, Coding Club, Cooking Club, Culture and Language Exchange Club, Culture Fair Club, D.E.A.R. Club, Dance Club, DECA Leaders and Entrepreneurs Club, DJ Club, Drama Club, E-Mart Club, E-sports Club, EF Talks Club, EFTV Club, Environmental Leadership Club, Finance Club, Girls Who Code Club, Habitudes - Habits and Attitudes of Leadership, Hands to Paw Club, Intramural Sports, Language A Club, Literary Magazine, Lunar New Year Club, Magic Circle Club, Math Club, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Outdoor Leadership, Paint the School Club, PC Builds Club, Peer Tutoring Club, Philanthropy Club, Philosophy Club, Pride Not Prejudice Club, Recycling Club, Robotics Club, RPG D&D Club, SAT Prep Club, Social Media Marketing Agency Club, Spirit Club, Student Council, TedX Club, TV Club, Yearbook Club, Yoga Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Art Portfolio Club, Art Club, Learn to Play Guitar Club, Rock Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equestrian Club, Mindful Yogis Club
AI Club, Anime Club, Chess & GO Club, Chinese Language and Culture, Choir, Christian Club, Coding Club, Cooking Club, Culture and Language Exchange Club, Culture Fair Club, D.E.A.R. Club, Dance Club, DECA Leaders and Entrepreneurs Club, DJ Club, Drama Club, E-Mart Club, E-sports Club, EF Talks Club, EFTV Club, Environmental Leadership Club, Finance Club, Girls Who Code Club, Habitudes - Habits and Attitudes of Leadership, Hands to Paw Club, Intramural Sports, Language A Club, Literary Magazine, Lunar New Year Club, Magic Circle Club, Math Club, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Outdoor Leadership, Paint the School Club, PC Builds Club, Peer Tutoring Club, Philanthropy Club, Philosophy Club, Pride Not Prejudice Club, Recycling Club, Robotics Club, RPG D&D Club, SAT Prep Club, Social Media Marketing Agency Club, Spirit Club, Student Council, TedX Club, TV Club, Yearbook Club, Yoga Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Art Portfolio Club, Art Club, Learn to Play Guitar Club, Rock Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equestrian Club, Mindful Yogis Club
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
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Lights, labs, studios, and trails
- A four-year high school experience at EF Academy New York includes the opportunity to satisfy the US High School Diploma requirements, while also giving you the opportunity to take IB Diploma courses.
- Students are always engaged in lessons and interacting with classmates in inspiring, spacious classrooms. Theater students step into the spotlight in our auditorium where full-length plays are staged constantly. Science labs equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and welcoming art studios not only enrich your classes, they also host science and art clubs after school and are available for you to use for independent study.
- Complete your school day with a bit of physical activity in our fully equipped gym, dance studio or basketball courts, or get some fresh air by going on a walk or run around over two kilometers of off-road trails on campus.
- EF Academy New York is tucked in the quiet suburban town of Thornwood and it is characterized by the many pathways, trails, and woodland that surround its academic and residence buildings. Just down the hill from the school are the Rose Hill Shopping Center and Columbus Plaza, small plazas with restaurants and shops. Manhattan is 45 minutes away. Here you will have plenty of opportunities to participate in experiential learning - class trips to museums, plays, and New York's neighborhoods promote hands-on learning, which will allow you to truly immerse yourself in the subject material you are studying and deepen your knowledge.
- At EF Academy New York, you will have over 50 clubs and 8 varsity sports to choose from, plus opportunities to create your own. There will always be something taking place on campus, but some activities will take you beyond our school for an exciting adventure. Activities take place after school and on the weekends and range from organized trips to Manhattan and academic competitions, to basketball league championships and Model UN conferences.
- Our campus has three residence buildings with a variety of quiet study areas and student lounges on each floor. A key part of the boarding experience is learning how to develop independence, time management and collaboration skills by living with peers on campus. Students live with roommates from different countries which encourages cultural exchange. Resident Advisors live in the residences alongside students and provide 24/7 support and supervision. In addition to evening study hall and tutoring, the Residential and Community Life team incorporates regular activities to foster a strong feeling of community.Explore the university sceneThe area is host to dozens of the most respected universities in the US, whether that's NYU in famed Greenwich Village or Ivy League Columbia University. Many students take pre-college courses at these universities during the school year. Our school in Thornwood is an ideal setting in which to prepare for university enrollment nationally and internationally. During the school year, representatives from 150 universities visit our campus to speak with our students.
- EF Academy New York accreditations: International Baccalaureate, New York State Education Department, National Association of Independent Schools, Middle States Association (MSA)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EF Academy New York cost?
EF Academy New York's tuition is approximately $69,500 for boarding students and $42,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of EF Academy New York?
The acceptance rate of EF Academy New York is 85%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
What sports does EF Academy New York offer?
EF Academy New York offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is EF Academy New York's ranking?
EF Academy New York ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of international students, High percent faculty with advanced degrees and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for EF Academy New York?
The application deadline for EF Academy New York is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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