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Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA) is a Catholic, college preparatory school educating young men and women in the Benedictine tradition of prayer, work, and love of learning. Benedictine education embraces the spirit of community, and it most certainly holds true here. The hallmark of MH-MA is the safe, positive, structured environment providing each and every student the support and opportunity to reach their goals and inspire their growth and development academically, socially, physically, and spiritually.
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Maur Hill - Mount
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 8-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Catholic | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1863 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 90 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 190 students | 296 students |
| Percent International Students | 30% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 45% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 17 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | 1:7 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $19,200 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $26,500 | $40,100 |
| Tuition 5 day boarding | $16,800 | $32,950 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 45% | 33% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $4,000 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Mr. Deke Nolan | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
School Notes:
- Preparing students academically, socially, physically and spiritually
- 29 hours of college credit
- ACT/SAT Prep
- Safe, structured, and supportive campus, school, and dorms
- Athletic, academic, art, & music programs
- 31 clubs and sports available
- Faith based education
- 5 athletic fields, 2 gyms, weight room
- Student lounges, gaming areas, bowling alley
- 98% of graduates matriculate to college/university Tuition assistance and payment plans available
- School accreditations: Catholic Boarding School Association (CBSA), The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), North Central Association (NCA)
- Profile last updated: 05/29/2011
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