492 Holmes Road, PO Box 1166, Pittsfield, MA 01201 - 
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Founded in 1898, Miss Hall's School augments a sophisticated college-preparatory curriculum with two innovative, nationally acclaimed programs. Through Horizons, girls work in off-campus internships to hone communication and problem-solving skills, refine ethical positions, strengthen financial literacy, and explore interests for college majors and careers. Through the Girls Leadership Project, girls design programs and workshops around the themes of "voice" and leadership.
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Miss Hall's School
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1898 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 85 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 180 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 23% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 30% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 75% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1850 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 11 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 16 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $15 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $46,970 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $29,015 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 54% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $24,516 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 66% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 49% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Julie Bradley | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 8 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Basketball | |
| Cross Country | Lacrosse | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Tennis | Volleyball | |
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School Notes:
- Life at Miss Hall's School is about living where you learn. Imagine walking out your bedroom door and having everything right there - academics, sports, arts, clubs, friends. Because Miss Hall's is a boarding school, there are always plenty of adults around to go to for advice and support. But we know how important it is for girls in high school to begin to take charge of their own lives. Not everything you need to learn about the world and yourself can be learned in the classroom, though. Each Thursday throughout the school year, all students participate in Horizons. This unique experiential learning program allows you to gain new skills, explore areas of interest for college majors and careers, increase financial literacy, and learn the value of service. By graduation, you will have volunteered in the community, written a sophisticated resume, developed interview skills, and completed an individual professional internship. Miss Hall's has always been a small school. Mira Hall, the School's founder, firmly believed that each student should receive the time and attention of caring adults. As we say in our viewbook, "Save the 1,000-acre campus experience for college." Small means that you can find a new best friend in the dining room. It also means that people get to know you, cheering your victories and making you soup when you are sick. And since it is impossible to get lost in the crowd at Miss Hall's, it won't take long for everyone to notice how terrific you are. Although the community is small, the opportunities are big. What are those things you've always wanted to try? You have more talents and interests than you've begun to discover. This is a great place to start figuring out what else you're really good at. Soon you'll get used to the applause and the pats on the back. To learn more about Miss Hall's School: http://www.misshalls.org To learn what is happening at Miss Hall's School right now, visit our social media sites: http://www.facebook.com/misshallsschool http://www.twitter.com/misshallsschool http://www.youtube.com/misshallsschool
- School accreditations: The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Association of Secondary Schools in New England (AISNE), Association of International Educators (NAFSA), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Northeastern Boarding Schools Admission Association (NBSAA), National Coalition of Girls' Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lucy Adams Billings '66 - New York State Supreme Court Justice
- Barbara Cooperman '73 - Executive VP, Market Communications and Corporate Relations, Elsevier
- Jean Erdman '34 - An influential figure in the world of modern dance and part of the Martha Graham Dance Company; was on the faculty of Columbia University and New York University; was the wife of mythologist Joseph Campbell until his death in 1987.
- Paula Leuchs Moats '72 - Senior VP, Laconia Capital Corporation
- Susan O'Day '77 - Chief Information Officer and VP, Global Shared Services, Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Molly Shepard '64 - President and CEO, The Leader's Edge
- Stacey Sotirhos '89 - Instructional Support Specialist, New York City Board of Education
- Kari Steinert '85 - Big Foote Music, composer and musician for commercials and films
- Dian Adams Toland '72 - Project Director of Construction and Restoration, The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation
- Catherine Foster '95 - Architect, Pei Cobb Freed + Partners
- Profile last updated: 11/29/2011
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