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Andrews Osborne Academy
38588 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby, OH 44094 - View a map of this school Map tel: 800-753-4683
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Located on 300 acres in Willoughby, Ohio, Andrews Osborne Academy offers a safe, self-contained campus that includes The Fine Arts Association, as well as a world-class Equestrian Center. Amazingly, this beautiful setting is located only 25 minutes from University Circle, the heart of Cleveland's cultural activities. Each year 100% of graduates are accepted to 4-year accredited colleges and universities. When a student comes to Andrews Osborne Academy, they find a close-knit community, small classes, and a wide variety of clubs, teams and activities that help them learn and grow. When students graduate and go to the college of their choice, they take with them the tools to succeed and a strong sense of self.


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  Affordability - High percentage of students on financial aid

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Andrews Osborne Academy Boarding School Avg.
Overview:
School Focus College Preparatory College Preparatory
Grades Offered  (Boarding) 7-12 8-12
Grades Offered (Day) Pre-K-12 Pre-K-12
School Type Co-ed Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students Yes Yes
Religious Affiliation Non-denominational Non-denominational
Year Founded 1910 1899
Campus Size 300 acres 150 acres
     
Student Body
Enrollment 300 students 294 students
Percent Students of Color 18% 16%
Percent International Students 17% 15%
Percent Students Boarding 27% 72%
Average SAT Score 1650 *National Avg. » View
SAT range (25th-75th percentile) 1300 - 1800 -
Offers Post-Grad Year No No
     
Academics and Faculty    
Saturday Classes No No
Classroom Dress Code Formal Formal
Average Class Size 10 12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:5 1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 8 13
ESL Courses Offered Yes Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree 67% 60%
Summer Program Offered Yes Yes
     
Finances    
Endowment Size $12 million $17 million
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $28,350 $36,600
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $16,050 $20,975
Percent Students on Financial Aid 50% 30%
Merit Scholarships Offered Yes No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline Jul. 1 / Dec. 8 / rolling Jan. 15
SSAT Required No Yes
Acceptance Rate 80% 60%
Director of Admissions Kristina Dooley
Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 7 13

Interscholastic Sports

BasketballEquestrian
LacrosseSoccer
SoftballTennis
Volleyball 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 22 22
  Extracurriculars
 
Art ClubBlack Cultural Awareness
Blue KeyChess Club
Class OrganizationClass Trips
Cleveland Area Arts ExperienceCommunity Service
Environmental ClubEquestrian Club
Equestrian Competition TeamEquestrian Drill Team
Fine Arts AssociationInternational Club
Mock TrialNational Honor Society
Outdoors ClubRiding lessons/ horse shows
ROADSki/Snowboard Club
Student CouncilYearbook
College Matriculation:  
Year: 2005-2006 10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)  
Hiram College
3
Carnegie Mellon University
2
Savannah College of Art and Design
2
University of Michigan
2
Boston University
1
Cornell
1
Emory University
1
Miami University
1
Smith College
1
Vassar
1
School Notes:
  • Campus Ammenities: A 35,600 square foot field house with wellness/fitness center was added in 1999. Modern Equestrian center was finished in spring 1999 and includes 42 12 x 12 stalls, an indoor show arena, an indoor practice arena, 2 outdoor rings and heated viewing areas.
  • Equestrian Program: Students may take private lessons, participate on drill team, competition team or in riding club. Recreational riding also offered. Middle School PE includes 4 weeks of equestrian instruction.
  • Academic Advisors: Each teacher has 6-10 student advisees who meet together regularly Thursday mornings and at other times. Parents are encouraged to contact advisors throughout the year.
  • Academic Programs: Geared for students who are average to gifted in ability, the following are offered: mathematics, science, English, ESL (English as a Second Language), history, French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, fine and performing arts. Honors, Advanced Placement, and Independent Study courses available in all major subject areas. Electives are offered in all subject areas. Each student is given internet access. Exciting middle school program focuses on interdisciplinary learning experiences!
  • Housing-Boarding available for grades 7-12: Four beautiful Georgian houses accommodating 10-25 students, professional houseparents, and residential assistants. Each air conditioned home includes double rooms, a common area with a computer, a payphone, piano, stereo, fireplace, and television, and a laundry room with washers and dryers. All rooms have network hookup for a personal computer.
  • Financial Information: 50% of Andrews students receive assistance based on need. Payment plans and loan programs are available.
  • Five Day Boarding commences on Sunday evening and ends Friday afternoon.
  • Application Fees Domestic Student $40 International Student $50
  • School accreditations: ISACS, State of Ohio Department of Accreditation
  • Profile last updated: 10/12/2007
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