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"Founded in 1876, Vermont Academy is a coeducational, college preparatory school, primarily boarding in nature, for grades nine - 12 and Post-Graduate, located in Saxtons River, Vermont. We are devoted to creating confident and independent learners through personal attention in a unique Vermont environment. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping students discover their individual talents and develop the character, strength, and skills to meet the challenges in their lives..."
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Vermont Academy
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1876 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 515 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 205 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 15% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 25% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 70% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1500 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 21 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 11 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 12 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 48% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $7 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $44,300 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $25,050 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 30% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $15,000 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 50% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | David Hodgson admissions@vermontacademy.org |
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| Associate Director of Admissions | Molly Corkery Gabarro | |
Course Listings: |
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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 | 12 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AP Biology | AP Calculus AB | |
| AP Calculus BC | AP Chemistry | |
| AP English | AP Statistics | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 22 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Baseball | |
| Basketball | Crew | |
| Cross Country | Dance | |
| Equestrian | Field Hockey | |
| Football | Freestyle Skiing | |
| Golf | Ice Hockey | |
| Lacrosse | Mountain Biking | |
| Nordic Skiing | Rock Climbing | |
| Ski Jumping | Snowboarding | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Tennis | Track and Field | |
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 26 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Arts Option | Community Service | |
| Cycling | Dance | |
| Dorm Proctors | Habitat for Humanity | |
| Kurn Hattin Groups | Literary Magazine | |
| Mentoring (Elementary School) | Multicultural Club | |
| National Honor Society | Outdoor Challenge | |
| Photography | Recycling | |
| Rock Climbing | Silversmithing | |
| Soup Kitchen | Team Managers | |
| Theater | Tour Guides | |
| Training Room | Vermont Academy Student Association (VASA) | |
| Video Drama | Work Program | |
| Yearbook | Yoga | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2003-2009 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| University of Vermont | 15 | |
| University of New Hampshire | 7 | |
| Elmira College | 5 | |
| Skidmore College | 5 | |
| St. Lawrence University | 5 | |
| University of Denver | 5 | |
| US Naval Academy | 5 | |
| Bucknell University | 3 | |
| Clarkson College | 3 | |
| Lake Forest College | 3 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- Founded in 1876, Vermont Academy is a coeducational, college preparatory school, primarily boarding in nature, for grades nine - 12 and Post-Graduate, located in Saxtons River, Vermont. We are devoted to creating confident and independent learners through personal attention in a unique Vermont environment. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping students discover their individual talents and develop the character, strength, and skills to meet the challenges in their lives.
- Our $24.5 million Capital Campaign is now completed. Projects completed:
- 350-SEAT STATE-OF-THE-ART THEATER
- WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY and TABLET PC Pilot Program
- GYM RENOVATION (new locker rooms and fitness center, new dance studio, resurfaced basketball court)
- NEW GIRLS' DORM
- NEW STUDIO ART, FILMMAKING, and RECORDING STUDIOS
- NEW FURNITURE IN TWO LARGE BOYS' DORMS
- ON-CAMPUS SNOW PARK (terrain park, alpine run, 3 jumps, 20 klm Nordic ski trails, snow-making, lift, lights)
- HOCKEY RINK upgrade
- STUDENT CENTER renovation
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
- School accreditations: NEASC, NAIS, TABS, ISANNE, AISNE
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- JOE PERRY - guitarist with the band Aerosmith
- RUSSELL PORTER - founder of Stellaphane and designer of Mt. Palomar Observatory
- PAUL PERCY HARRIS - founder of Rotary Club
- JIM MCCLAREN - recipient of ESPY award
- FLORENCE SABIN - medical pioneer and first female student at Johns Hopkins medical school
- BRUCE LAWLOR - Major General with the U.S. Army
- MIKE MORIN - U.S. ski team coach; coached Bodi Miller
- LEE STANLEY - Film producer and works with troubled juveniles
- Profile last updated: 09/21/2011
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