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West Nottingham Academy (WNA) is a college-preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 located between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Founded in 1744, WNA is the oldest boarding school in America. If you are searching for a close-knit and challenging school to prepare you for college and life, we invite you to learn more.
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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 | 1744 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 124 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 120 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 18% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 37% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 60% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 10 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 9 | 13 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $5 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $40,750 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $16,050 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $8,100 | $40,100 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 51% | 33% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $22,000 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 55% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Joseph Izokaitis | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Kaitlin Maillet | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 6 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Basketball | Cross Country | |
| Figure Skating | Lacrosse | |
| Soccer | Volleyball | |
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 16 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Cheerleading | Choir | |
| Community Service | Drama | |
| Green Rams - Environmentalist Club | Martial Arts / Self-Defense | |
| Memorial Arch Magazine (art & poetry) | Music Club | |
| Outdoor Adventure - Biking / Climbing | Recreational Golf | |
| Recreational Tennis | Spartans & Athenians | |
| Spectrum Diversity Committee | Stage Crew | |
| Straight-Gay Alliance (SGA) | Yearbook | |
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School Notes:
- LD types supported: language based, mild learning differences
- School accreditations: Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Samuel Finley - Founder of WNA and 5th president of Princeton University
- Benjamin Rush - Signer of the Declaration of Independence and prominent early physician
- Richard Stockton - Signer of the Declaration of Independence
- Ebenezer Hazzard - 1st United States Postmaster General
- William Shippen & John Morgan - Founders of the University of Pennsylvania Medical School
- Alexander Martin - Former governor of North Carolina
- Josh Boone - NCAA Champion (UCONN), Former NBA Player (Nets)
- Ross Cameron - President of Charms Candy
- Eric Fischl - World renowned artist and sculptor
- Taylor Crothers - Professional photographer, famous for working with the Dave Matthews Band and Phish
- Profile last updated: 09/14/2011
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