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For the 2026-27 school year, there are 128 boarding schools offering a post-graduate (PG) year, serving 41,257 students.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools: 128
  • # Students Served: 41,257
  • Average Tuition: $68,849
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 44%
  • Average Acceptance Rate: 58%
  • Average Class Size: 12 students
  • Average SAT Score: 1,262
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 70%
  • % Students Boarding: 69%
  • % International Students: 27%
  • % Students of Color: 30%

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools: 128
  • # Students Served: 41,257
  • Average Tuition: $68,849
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 44%
  • Average Acceptance Rate: 58%
  • Average Class Size: 12 students
  • Average SAT Score: 1,262
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 70%
  • % Students Boarding: 69%
  • % International Students: 27%
  • % Students of Color: 30%

Top Post-Graduate Boarding Schools (Exclusive Focus) (2026-27)

A+ World Academy Photo - #climbinghigh to get to the top of the mast at A+ World Academy
A+ World Academy
Gr: 11-12, PG | 72 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Tuition listed
International (on a Tall Ship)
Kristiansand, Norway 4610
3475677083
(8)
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Bridgton Academy Photo
Bridgton Academy
Gr: 12-12, PG | 155 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 60%
Tuition listed
All-boys
11 Academy Lane
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
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Top Post-Graduate Boarding Schools (2026-27)

A+ World Academy Photo - #climbinghigh to get to the top of the mast at A+ World Academy
A+ World Academy
Gr: 11-12, PG | 72 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Tuition listed
International (on a Tall Ship)
Kristiansand, Norway 4610
3475677083
(8)
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Asia Pacific International School Hawaii Photo - Asia Pacific International School (APIS) is a K-12, coed, college-preparatory school with a mission to nurture leaders of the New Pacific Century and bridge the gap between East and West.
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii
Gr: 5-12, PG | 3-12, PG (day) | 70 students
Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Avg. class size: 7 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Tuition listed
Christian
54-230 Kamehameha Hwy
Hauula, HI 96717
(808) 670-1909
(1)
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Avon Old Farms School Photo - Nestled among Cotswold-inspired architecture on 860 acres in the Farmington Valley, Avon Old Farms stands as the leader in preparing boys to become men.
Avon Old Farms School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 405 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 45%
Tuition listed
All-boys
500 Old Farms Road
Avon, CT 06001
(800) 464-2866
(6)
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Besant Hill School Photo - Besant Hill School is located in the Ojai Valley, on 500 acres of private land with beautiful vistas in every direction. Facilities include four dormitories, outdoor sports facilities including a new aquatic center, indoor theater, atelier, and classrooms nestled along winding paths and oak trees. We also have an eight acre organic farm.
Besant Hill School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 100 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Avg. class size: 8 students
Acceptance rate: 50%
Tuition listed
8585 Ojai Santa Paula Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-4343
(1)
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Blair Academy Photo
Blair Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 475 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 11 students
Acceptance rate: 15%
Tuition listed
2 Park St
Blairstown, NJ 07825
(908) 362-2009
(9)
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Brewster Academy Photo - Brewster Academy is a private, coeducational boarding and day prep school in New Hampshire serving students in grades 912 and postgraduate. Known for its supportive community and team-based learning approach, Brewster prepares diverse thinkers for lives of purpose through rigorous academics, meaningful relationships, and opportunities that extend well beyond the classroom.
Brewster Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 350 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 50%
Tuition listed
80 Academy Drive
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
(603) 569-7200
(10)
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Bridgton Academy Photo
Bridgton Academy
Gr: 12-12, PG | 155 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 60%
Tuition listed
All-boys
11 Academy Lane
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
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Buffalo Seminary Photo - Our oldest tradition may be forward thinking but we are anchored in many other traditions too. Roses and white dresses for commencement. Our Social & Academic Honor Code. Morning Meeting to start the day. ..
Buffalo Seminary
Gr: 9-12, PG | 151 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 80%
Tuition listed
All-girls
205 Bidwell Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 885-6780
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Map of Buxton School
Buxton School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 50 students
Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Avg. class size: 7 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Tuition listed
291 South Street
Williamstown, MA 01267
(413) 458-3919
(4)
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The Calverton School Photo - Friendships are made across divisions at Calverton.
The Calverton School
Gr: 8-12, PG | Pre-K-12, PG (day) | 323 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Tuition listed
300 Calverton School Rd
Huntingtown, MD 20639
(410) 535-0216
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The Cambridge School of Weston Photo - With over 200 courses to choose from, our dynamic curriculum allows students to balance engaging foundational courses with exploration and in-depth study as they choose from offerings like: "Multivariable Calculus," "The Biology of Cancer," "Wearable Art," "Japanese Women Writers," and "U.S. Cold War and Vietnam."
The Cambridge School of Weston
Gr: 9-12, PG | 310 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 14 students
Tuition listed
45 Georgian Road
Weston, MA 02493
(781) 642-8650
(17)
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Camden Military Academy Photo - A proud family!
Camden Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG | 300 students
Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 80%
Tuition listed
All-boys
520 Hwy. 1 North
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 432-6001
(21)
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Canterbury School Photo - At Canterbury School, a balanced educational experience integrates academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement. As a welcoming interfaith community, Canterbury fosters a sense of belonging, providing passionate educators and transformative opportunities that guide you toward your fullest potential. This is what makes Canterbury School more than just a place to learn-it's a place to become your best self.
Canterbury School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 332 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Tuition listed
Catholic
101 Aspetuck Avenue
New Milford, CT 06776
(860) 210-3832
(1)
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CATS Academy Boston Photo - Adams Hall
CATS Academy Boston
Gr: 8-12, PG | 380 students
Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Avg. class size: 14 students
Acceptance rate: 70%
Tuition listed
2001 Washington Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(857) 400-9700
(1)
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CATS Cambridge Photo
CATS Cambridge
Gr: 9-12, PG
Avg. class size: 11 students
1 High St, Chesterton
Cambridge, United Kingdom CB4 1NQ
4401223341300
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Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall Photo
Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall
Gr: 9-12, PG | 8-12, PG (day)
Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Avg. class size: 10 students
Tuition listed
785 Beaver Street
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-0804
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Cheshire Academy Photo - Our 104 acre (0.42 sq km) campus is in the center of the quiet, beautiful Town of Cheshire, CT. Though just a two hour drive to both Boston and New York, Cheshire is a quiet small town where students are in walking distance of a few area shops and cafes.
Cheshire Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 376 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 10 students
Acceptance rate: 40%
Tuition listed
10 Main Street
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 439-7250
(5)
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Choate Rosemary Hall Photo
Choate Rosemary Hall
Gr: 9-12, PG | 859 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 16%
Tuition listed
333 Christian Street
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 697-2239
(30)
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Currey Ingram Academy Photo - Aerial view of Currey Ingram's 83-acre campus.
Currey Ingram Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day) | 430 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4.5:1
Avg. class size: 7 students
Acceptance rate: 98%
Tuition listed
6544 Murray Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 507-3173
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Cushing Academy Photo - Cushing Academy is located on a 162-acre campus in Ashburnham, Massachusetts
Cushing Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 385 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Tuition listed
39 School Street
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-7300
(3)
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Darlington School Photo - Darlington's expansive curriculum includes unique offerings such as Robotics, which is supported by a MakerSpace.
Darlington School
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day) | 797 students
Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 46%
Tuition listed
1014 Cave Spring Road, SW
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-0436
(11)
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Deerfield Academy Photo
Deerfield Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 650 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 13%
Tuition listed
7 Boyden Lane
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-1400
(14)
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Ecole d'Humanité Photo
Ecole d'Humanité
Gr: 8-12, PG | 100 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Avg. class size: 6 students
Acceptance rate: 75%
Tuition listed
Gmeindi 318b
Hasliberg Goldern, Switzerland 6085
41339729292
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Emma Willard School Photo
Emma Willard School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 350 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 11 students
Tuition listed
All-girls
285 Pawling Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 833-1320
(9)
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Fork Union Military Academy Photo - The cadets in parade formation. The first full dress parade of the year begins usually at the end of April and is on Sunday.
Fork Union Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG | 300 students
Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 55%
Tuition listed
All-boys (Baptist)
PO Box 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4205
(7)
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Forman School Photo - The Forman Green is at the center of campus life. Surrounded by dorms and faculty homes, it reflects the traditional charm of an historic New England community.
Forman School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 175 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Avg. class size: 8 students
Acceptance rate: 80%
Tuition listed
12 Norfolk Road, P.O. Box 80
Litchfield, CT 06759
(860) 567-1802
(6)
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Foxcroft Academy Photo - www.foxcroftacademy.org or follow us on Twitter @foxcroftacademy
Foxcroft Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 410 students
Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Avg. class size: 14 students
Acceptance rate: 62%
Tuition listed
975 West Main Street
Dover Foxcroft, ME 04426
(207) 564-8664
(2)
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Foxcroft School Photo - Schoolhouse
Foxcroft School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 160 students
Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Avg. class size: 13 students
Tuition listed
All-girls
22407 Foxhound Lane
Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-4340
(9)
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The Frederick Gunn School Photo - The Frederick Gunn School, founded in 1850, is a co-ed boarding and day school for 350 students in grades 9-12 as well as a post-graduate year located in Washington, Connecticut.
The Frederick Gunn School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 350 students
Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Tuition listed
99 Green Hill Road
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7334
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Fryeburg Academy Photo
Fryeburg Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 578 students
Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 80%
Tuition listed
745 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 935-2013
(1)
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Fulford Academy Photo
Fulford Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 140 students
Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Avg. class size: 14 students
Acceptance rate: 95%
Tuition listed
118 Main Street East, Merrickville, Ontario
Merrickville, Canada K0G1N0
(613) 341-9330
(12)
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Gould Academy Photo - Gould offers amazing outdoor opportunities in the Mountains of Western Maine and at Sunday River, but at it's core Gould is a traditional New England Boarding School with remarkable faculty mentors.
Gould Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 210 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 11 students
Acceptance rate: 97%
Tuition listed
39 Church Street
Bethel, ME 04217
(207) 824-7777
(2)
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The Gow School Photo
The Gow School
Gr: 5-12, PG | 75 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Avg. class size: 5 students
Tuition listed
2491 Emery Road
South Wales, NY 14139
(716) 687-2001
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Grier School Photo
Grier School
Gr: 7-12, PG | 5-12, PG (day) | 250 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Avg. class size: 9 students
Acceptance rate: 50%
Tuition listed
All-girls
2522 Grier School Road
Birmingham, PA 16686
(814) 684-3000
(6)
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The Guildhouse School Photo
The Guildhouse School
Gr: 9-12, PG
Avg. class size: 11 students
Tuition listed
43-45 Bloomsbury Square, London
London, United Kingdom WC1A 2RA
4401223341300
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools offering a post-graduate year are there?
There are 128 boarding schools offering a post-graduate year.
What is the average tuition cost of boarding schools offering a post-graduate year?
The average tuition cost of boarding schools offering a post-graduate year is $68,849 per year.
What is the oldest boarding school offering a post-graduate year?
CATS Cambridge, founded in , is the oldest boarding school offering a post-graduate year.
Which boarding school offering a post-graduate year has the lowest acceptance rate?
Deerfield Academy has the lowest acceptance rate (13%) among boarding schools offering a post-graduate year.
Which boarding school offering a post-graduate year has the highest average SAT scores?
Ross School has the highest average SAT scores (1575) among boarding schools offering a post-graduate year.

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