Loomis Chaffee`s mission is to inspire in all our students a commitment to the best self and the common good.
Our accomplished faculty combine a rigorous academic curriculum and outstanding athletics, arts, and co-curricular programs with a focus on teaching you how to be an effective and engaged citizen.
We know students want to make a positive difference in the world - they want to solve problems big and small, and they want to do it now.
We provide you the opportunities and tools - through our Pearse Hub for Innovation (PHI); Alvord Center for Global & Environmental Studies; Norton Family Center for the Common Good; Center for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; research programs in science and the humanities; and independent study projects - to take your learning and put it to immediate good use.
Whatever your interests may be, you will be celebrated for who you are and who you want to become.
You also will have fun and make life-long friends.
Visit Loomis online and in person to learn more; we look forward to meeting you.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,420
- Acceptance rate: 18%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Loomis Chaffee ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 278 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Resources
School Resources
Selectivity
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1874
1907
Campus Size
300 acres
125 acres
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
736 students
315 students
% Students of Color
35%
26%
% International Students
14%
21%
% Students Boarding
70%
67%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1220 - 1510
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
70
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$250 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$68,420
$68,800
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$37,000
% Students on Financial Aid
32%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
18%
64%
Director of Admissions
Nancy Cleary
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
70
18
Courses
Advanced Algebra IIAdvanced Biology I
Advanced Calculus ABAdvanced Calculus BC
Advanced Chemistry IAdvanced Chinese II
Advanced Chinese IIIAdvanced Chinese IV
Advanced Digital Photography IIIAdvanced French II
Advanced French IIIAdvanced Geometry
Advanced Latin IIAdvanced Latin III
Advanced Physics IAdvanced Precalculus
Advanced Spanish IIAdvanced Spanish III
Avanced Precalculus with Differential CalculusCollege Level Art Seminar
College Level AstrophysicsCollege Level Biology II Cell Biology
College Level Biology II GeneticsCollege Level Biology II Microbiology
College Level Biology II Molecular BiologyCollege Level Calculus AB
College Level Calculus Topic CCollege Level Chemistry II
College Level Chinese VCollege Level Chinese VI Contemporary Issues in China
College Level Chinese VI Modern China through LiteratureCollege Level Comparative Government and Politics
College Level Computer ScienceCollege Level Economics
College Level English III SeminarCollege Level English IV Contemporary Literature
College Level English IV Creative WritingCollege Level English IV Satire
College Level English IV ShakespeareCollege Level English IV The Harlem Renaissance
College Level English IV Writing from the Arab WorldCollege Level Environmental Science
College Level European HistoryCollege Level French Language IV
College Level French VCollege Level French VI
College Level Guided Humanities Research SeminarCollege Level Guided Research Projects in Environmental Science
College Level Guided Research Projects in Molecular BiologyCollege Level History Seminar Immigration and Ethnicity in the United States
College Level History Seminar Race in American HistoryCollege Level History Seminar The American Civil War
College Level LatinCollege Level Linear Algebra
College Level Multivariable CalculusCollege Level Music Theory II Harmony and Composition
College Level Music Theory III Harmonic Analysis and Advanced CompositionCollege Level Organic Chemistry I & II
College Level Physics IICollege Level Senior Seminar in Literature
College Level Social Science Seminar GlobalizationCollege Level Social Science Seminar The U.S. Presidential Election
College Level Spanish Language IVCollege Level Spanish Literature V
College Level Spanish VICollege Level Statistics
College Level Statistics AcceleratedCollege Level Topics in Computer Science
College Level United States History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
18
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
35
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Agricultural ProctorsBrothers in Unity (affinity group for students identifying as black and male)
Christian Fellowship ClubDarwin Club (outdoor club)
Debate SocietyEnvironmental Action Group
Environmental ProctorsJewish Student Union
Literary Magazine (The Loom)Math Team
Model UNMultiX (affinity group for students identifying as multiracial)
Pa'lante (affinity group for students identifying as Latinx)PASA (Pan Asian Student Alliance)
Peer CounselorsPelican Service Organization
Pelican Support Network (PSN - peer mentors)PRISM (Multiculutural Student Organization)
Robotics TeamScience Team
Shultz Fellows (political discussion group)Sisters' Circle (affinity group for students identifying as black and female)
Spectrum (LGBTQ Organization)Student Council
Student Newspaper (The Log)Yearbook Club (The Confluence)
Arts and Music Programs:
A CappellicansChamber Music
Chamber SingersChorus
Guitar EnsembleJazz Ensemble
Musical RevueOrchestra
Wind Ensemble
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Boston College
19
Boston University
16
Georgetown University
16
Northeastern University
16
University of Chicago
16
New York University (NYU)
15
Tufts University
15
Cornell University
13
Columbia University
12
Hamilton College
11
School Notes
- Loomis Chaffee accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George P. Shultz '38 - Former Secretary of State
- Ella T. Grasso '36 - Former Governor of Connecticut
- Diana Farrell '83 - Founding president and chief executive officer of the JPMorgan Chase Institute
- Henry R. Kravis '63 - Co-founder, co-chairman, co-CEO KKR
- James Widdoes '72 - Actor, writer, director, and producer
- Betty Gilpin '04 - Emmy-nominated television (GLOW), film, and stage acctress.
- Nana Mensah '01 - actress, writer, singer, and director
- David Edelstein '77 - Film critic for New York magazine and for National Public Radio’s Fresh Air
- Jason Wu '01 - Fashion designer (designed First Lady Michelle Obama's inaugural ball gowns and other pieces for the first lady)
- Frank Bruni ’82 - Author, journalist, The New York Times and the New York Times Magazine
- School Mascot: Pelican
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Loomis Chaffee cost?
Loomis Chaffee's tuition is approximately $68,420 for boarding students.
What schools are Loomis Chaffee often compared to?
Loomis Chaffeeis often viewed alongside schools like Choate Rosemary Hall, Deerfield Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Loomis Chaffee?
The acceptance rate of Loomis Chaffee is 18%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%. Loomis Chaffee's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Loomis Chaffee?
Loomis Chaffee famous alumni include: George P. Shultz '38, Ella T. Grasso '36, Diana Farrell '83, Henry R. Kravis '63, James Widdoes '72, Betty Gilpin '04, Nana Mensah '01, David Edelstein '77, Jason Wu '01 and Frank Bruni ’82.
What sports does Loomis Chaffee offer?
Loomis Chaffee offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo.
Does Loomis Chaffee offer a summer program?
Yes, Loomis Chaffee offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Loomis Chaffee's ranking?
Loomis Chaffee ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low student:teacher ratio, Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Low acceptance rates, High # of AP/advanced courses offered and High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for Loomis Chaffee?
The application deadline for Loomis Chaffee is Jan. 15.
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Loomis required all students to participate in a sport each trimester, which was a great way to get all students both involved and engaged with the school and the other students. It was a great. . .
Because we have a smaller campus than most prep schools in New England, we benefit from a strong sense of community. Everyone is a familiar face and in turn, Loomis feels more like “home”. . .
Mandatory extra-curricular activities in each season, ranging from competitive athletics, theatre, bands, choirs, volunteer work, environmental clubs, etc appealing to a wide variety of interest.Dorms and academic buildings positioned around a main “quad” grass. . .
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