80 Academy Drive, Wolfeboro, NH 03894 - 
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Brewster, a college preparatory school, acknowledges individual learning style differences, employs best practice research in teaching and learning, offers a mastery-based curriculum, and supports this within a technical medium leading to a highly interactive, student-centered and collaborative learning environment. Contact the Office of Admission to schedule a campus visit, and see if Brewster is the best boarding school choice for you!
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Brewster 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 | 1820 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 91 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 365 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 10% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 15% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 80% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1548 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1180 - 950 | - |
| Average ACT score | 22 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Bi-Weekly | Less than once a month |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 10 | 13 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $9 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $45,540 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $27,985 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 27% | 33% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $23,230 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 54% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Lynne M. Palmer Margaret Martin, Associate |
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| Associate Director of Admissions | Jason Smith, Associate | |
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 | 10 | 13 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| Biology | Calculus AB | |
| Calculus BC | English Language and Composition | |
| English Literature and Composition | European History | |
| Macroeconomics | Physics | |
| Statistics | U.S. History | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 15 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Baseball | |
| Basketball | Crew | |
| Cross Country | Field Hockey | |
| Golf | Ice Hockey | |
| Lacrosse | Nordic Skiing | |
| Sailing | Snowboarding | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Tennis | ||
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 25 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Brewster Big Friends | Chamber Orchestra | |
| Clearlakes Chorale | Computer Graphics Workshop | |
| Drama | Drug and Alcohol Prevention Club | |
| Environmental Club | Faith Community | |
| Fitness | Gay Straight Alliance | |
| HOWL, a chorus | Interact | |
| International Club | Jazz Band | |
| Mundiamo Club | Outdoor Skills | |
| Photography | Pottery | |
| Recreational Snow Sports | Strength Training and Conditioning | |
| Tennis | Touch Football | |
| Ultimate Frisbee | Wind Ensemble | |
| Yoga | ||
College Matriculation: |
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School Notes:
- Brewster, a college preparatory school, acknowledges individual learning style differences, employs best practice research in teaching and learning, offers a mastery-based curriculum, and supports this within a technical medium leading to a highly interactive and collaborative learning environment.
- In addition to its academics, Brewster has a comprehensive community life program that supports student growth by promoting community and leadership skills and emphasizes the need for balance among academics, athletics, and residential life. The school's athletic program offers interscholastic, instructional, intramural, and recreational sports all with an emphasis on sportsmanship, personal growth, and development.
- Brewster Academy is a flourishing, innovative secondary school in one of the most picturesque areas of New England -- on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee and a short drive from the majestic White Mountains -- yet less than two hours from Boston. A predominantly white clapboard, unified, and tidy campus boasts more than 21 faculty residences and dormitories to bring a strong on-campus adult and family presence to this quintessential boarding school community. An imposing academic building dominates the center of campus and a new athletics facility is nestled into the hillside, overlooking the playing fields, the lake, and the mountains.
- School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges Inc.
- Profile last updated: 11/30/2011
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