PO Box 249, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573 - 
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tel: 706-754-0400
Tallulah Falls School is a co-ed, college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 6-12. Since our founding in 1909, TFS has been uniquely committed to the individual success of students both academically and personally. Our dedicated and highly qualified faculty, outstanding facilities, challenging curriculum, small classes, and motivated students form the foundation for our academic community. The generosity of our owners, the Georgia Federation of Women's Clubs, and other supporters allow us to keep our tuition rates lower than many similar schools. We offer both academic merit scholarships and generous need-based financial aid.
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Tallulah Falls
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 7-12 | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denom. / Christian | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1909 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 500 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 331 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 20% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 14% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 41% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1666 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Less than once a month | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:12 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 7 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 83% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $36 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $20,500 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $8,750 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $29,500 | $40,100 |
| Tuition 5 day boarding | $15,500 | $32,950 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 70% | 34% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Kelly Woodall | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 7 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| Biology 101 & 102- Dual Enrollment Credit | College Algebra- Dual Enrollment Credit | |
| College Calculus 201 & 202-Dual Enrollment Credit | College Trigonometry- Dual Enrollment Credit | |
| English 101 & 102- Dual Enrollment Credit | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 9 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cheering | Cross Country | |
| Soccer | Swimming | |
| Tennis | Track and Field | |
| Volleyball | ||
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 20 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Art | Astronomy Club | |
| Chess | Choir | |
| Drama | Equestrian Club | |
| FCA | Fishing Club | |
| Foreign Language | Golf Club | |
| Key Club | Martial Arts | |
| National Honor Society | Outdoor Club | |
| Peer Tutor | Recycling | |
| Science Olympiad | Senior Citizenship | |
| Student Council | Tri-M | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2010 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| Emory University | 1 | |
| Florida State University | 1 | |
| Georgia College and State University | 1 | |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | 1 | |
| Harvard University | 1 | |
| Mercer University | 1 | |
| Syracuse University | 1 | |
| University of California | 1 | |
| University of Georgia | 1 | |
| University of Notre Dame | 1 | |
School Notes:
- School accreditations: SACS & SAIS
- Profile last updated: 10/31/2011
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