Blair Academy

5.00 (9 reviews)

Tel: (800) 462-5247

PO Box 600
Blairstown, NJ 07825

www.blair.edu

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Founded in 1848, Blair Academy is a dynamic, coeducational boarding school in northwest New Jersey, located 65 miles from New York City.

Amid a caring, vibrant community, 469 students pursue a superior college preparatory education and explore their passions through myriad co-curricular activities.

Strong faculty-student relationships lead to exceptional learning and empower students to become persons of great accomplishment and character.

Blair graduates distinguish themselves at top colleges and as leaders in their professions and communities.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 465 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $66,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $46,500
Acceptance rate: 18%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Blair Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2022 School Data

Blair Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1848

1907

Campus Size

463 acres

126 acres

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Enrollment

465 students

300 students

% Students of Color

22%

26%

% International Students

17%

20%

% Students Boarding

80%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Yes

Frequency of Saturday Classes

Weekly

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
business casual; no denim

Casual

Average Class Size

11 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

5:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$145 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$66,500

$61,200

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$46,500

$34,900

% Students on Financial Aid

35%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$40,000
(Need-based aid.)

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Acceptance Rate

18%

58%

Director of Admissions

Teddy Wenner

Associate Director of Admissions

Caroline Wilson

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Art History, Biology, Calculus A, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language and Culture, Comparative Government/Politics, Computer Science, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, French Literature, Latin, Microeconomics, Music Theory, Physics 1, Physics C - Electricity and Magnetism, Physics C - Mechanics, Psychology, Spanish Language, Studio Art Portfolio, US History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Blair Academy Singers, Christian Fellowship Club, Community Service Club, Environmental Science Club, Jazz Choir (by audition only), Junior Statesmen of America, Lower School Interns, Native American Afro-Latino Student Alliance, PE Weight Training and Conditioning, Students Government

Club or Organization:
Academic Honor Committee, Blair Girls Who Code, Blair Literary Magazine, Blue and White Key, Drone Club, Earth Club, Hand Bells, Oriocos, Photo Silkscreen, Research Activity, Stagecraft, Student Plays (by audition only), TEAM, The Forum, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella, Blair Academy Dancers, Red Inc., Student Rock Bands, Study Skills, Theatre and the Arts, Video Production, Wind Symphony

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Headmasters' Societies Competitions, The Annual (school yearbook)

College Matriculation

Year: 2013 - 2017

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

New York University

Lehigh University

Cornell University

Boston College

The George Washington University

University of Pennsylvania

Lafayette College

University of Miami

Bucknell University

Syracuse University

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School Notes

Founded in 1848, Blair Academy is a dynamic, coeducational boarding school that engages 469 students in grades nine through twelve. On our historic campus, located 65 miles from New York City innorthwestern New Jersey, students pursue a superior college preparatory education amid a rich, vibrantcommunity life.Strong student-teacher relationships are at the heart of the Blair experience. Expert faculty membersteach our classes to exacting standards, yet, at the same time, they truly know-and care about-ourstudents as scholars, leaders, athletes, artists, friends and individuals. This knowledge fosterspersonalized learning opportunities and leads to higher academic achievement as students arecontinually challenged to reach their full potential.At Blair, two faculty members mentor each student as he or she explores passions and interests in andout of the classroom. Our robust curriculum offers core courses and innovative electives, including morethan 50 honors, Advanced Placement and post-AP classes, and our emphasis on effectivecommunication ensures students learn how to clearly articulate ideas and knowledge. Blair boasts a fineand performing arts program of depth, breadth and diversity. Regular art exhibits and theatricalproductions, instrumental and choral ensembles, and eclectic courses invite students to develop theircreativity. Fine art and technology intersect in the Chiang Center for Innovation and Collaboration, astate-of-the art learning hub where intellectual discourse, discovery and partnership are fostered inacademic spaces, including media production and art studios, a maker space and Collaboration Forum.Blair has a broad athletics program that emphasizes teamwork, resilience, self-discipline andsportsmanship. Students may choose from among 28 varsity and 18 JV and thirds teams in traditionalhigh school sports, as well as golf, skiing, squash and crew. A host of clubs, weekend events and time tosimply relax with friends round out the Blair experience, giving students myriad opportunities todiscover their best selves.In all of our offerings, Blair prepares our students for success. Leadership education and meaningfulservice initiatives are infused throughout our community and curriculum, and students at every levellearn and practice effective communication, team-based problem solving, ethical decision making andcross-cultural relationship building. Each is a critical skill that will not only help Blair graduatesdistinguish themselves at top colleges and universities, but, more importantly, find professional andpersonal fulfillment by making a difference in their communities and in the world.
Blair Academy accreditations: Middle States; TABS; NJAIS

Source: Verified school update

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Blair Academy Alumni #1
Class of 2018
5.0010/12/2020
University of Southern California

Blair's emphasis on community made it stand out. For me, that started on my tour, when everyone seemed to know everyone else as we walked around the 400-acre campus. The friendly atmosphere and. . .

Blair Academy Alumni #2
Class of 2015
5.0010/23/2017
Columbia University in the City of New York

Consistent with its relatively small student body as compared to many other boarding schools, Blair is a place that knows the value of both its community and the relationships cultivated therein. From the moment I. . .

Blair Academy Alumni #3
Class of 2015
5.0010/24/2017
Williams College

The amazing student-faculty relationships definitely made Blair special for me; the faculty are not only your teachers but also your coaches and mentors and dorm-parents, and all of that inter-relatedness allows the students and faculty. . .

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