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EF International Academy (New York campus) is a unique boarding school in Tarrytown, New York. EF International Academy is an IB World School with students from 40 difference countries.
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EF International
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denom. / Christian | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 2005 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 25 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 408 students | 300 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 40% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 98% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 99% | 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 | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:15 | 1:7 |
| Number of IB Courses Offered | 24 | - |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 90% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $38,400 | $43,000 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $32,500 | $23,990 |
| Tuition international students | $38,400 | $41,500 |
| Tuition 5 day boarding | $38,400 | $32,950 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | n/a | 34% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Mar. 31 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 60% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Therese Agerberth | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Kristina Cherubino | |
School Notes:
- International Baccalaureate - You are probably well aware that the International Baccalaureate curriculum is highly regarded around the world and that it prepares students for top universities worldwide. EF International Academy is proud to be an IB World School, which means it is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to grant the IB Diploma.
- A global experience - Our students come from more than 40 countries and our teachers have lived and educated young lives around the world. This unique atmosphere provides students with an advantageous experience – one that enhances their worldview in addition to their resume. We emphasize areas of study – such as languages, cross-cultural communication, sciences and world history – that are increasingly in demand in the global marketplace.
- Safe, peaceful, scenic campus - Our private and secure campus is located on the banks of the Hudson River in Tarrytown, New York. With historic architecture and modern facilities – including science labs, theaters, interactive classrooms, a library, a fitness center, an indoor competition swimming pool, tennis courts, full boarding accommodations and more – it serves as a comfortable and productive home away from home for our students. New York City, a center of culture and learning, is a 40-minute train ride away.
- Worldwide leader in education - EF International Academy is governed by EF Education First, a global leader in the field of international education. Founded in 1965, EF Education First is the largest private educational organization in the world. EF’s Hult International Business School is ranked among the Financial Times’ top 100 business schools. Students in EF International Academy A-level programs have earned places at top universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard and Berkeley. EF is also well known for its study-abroad and language programs, and it has cared for and educated thousands of young people in its 45-year history.
- School accreditations: IB World school, The University of the State of New York Education Department: Certificate of High School Registration, GIBS, ACCET, AAIEP
- Profile last updated: 11/01/2011
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