Brandon Hall School
Brandon Hall's mission as a co-educational, global boarding and day school challenges students to lead lives of leadership, scholarship, and service.
Our community celebrates learning, fosters global citizenship, embraces diversity, encourages athleticism and artistic expression, and inspires students to find their path and lead the way.Founded in 1959 by Theodore and Shirley Hecht, Brandon Hall School is located on a pristine 24-acre campus on the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta, Georgia.
Our college prep curriculum and nurturing community serves students in grades 6-12.
Our residential community includes 4 dormitories and a junior boarding component.
In addition to our 18 athletic teams, students are able to participate fully in the visual arts, music production, theater, robotics, and a leadership program.
Brandon Hall partners with over 10 schools worldwide including China, Vietnam, Bermuda, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic.The renowned Summer Center for Global Youth Leadership and Social Entrepreneurial Studies welcomes youth leaders from across the world to collaborate on innovative projects that serve their community and the greater world.
Our summer also includes a host of ESL and College readiness programs and workshops.Please visit us at www.brandonhall.org to learn more about our one of a kind school.
Alumni Reviews Review School
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- N/A What makes Brandon Hall so unique is the people there. The people are all so welcoming and kind. Which was something I wasn't used to when I first got there? The teachers are very involved. . .
- Fordham University 1) The campus is on a nature preserve and so beautiful... but also close to Atlanta and all the boarding events that students could want to do near a big city. All athletic facilities are. . .
- Gwinnett Tech The fact that Brandon hall made your weekends something to look forward to is amazing. Whether it being a bonfire out of simple or going to six flags, the dorm staff always made it so. . .
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| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Brandon Hall School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 6-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1959 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 27 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 150 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 20% | 25% |
| % International Students | 40% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 60% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1290 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Khaki shorts or pants, plaid skirt, navy skort, BHS polo shirt, white or blue oxford) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 8 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 12 | 18 |
| Number of IB Courses Offered | 10 | - |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $3,500 (3 Week Boarding and Day Programs) | |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Tuition Cost
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $55,000 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $27,000 | $33,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $52,000 | $44,100 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 42% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Director of Admissions | Dean J. Fusto Justine McDonald | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 12 | 18 |
| Courses | AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Descriptive Statistics, AP Economics, AP Government, AP Language, AP Literature and Composition, AP Physics, AP Spanish Language and Culture | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 14 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 9 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Ambassadors Program, Art Club, Esports, Key Club, Math Team, Model United Nations, Music Production, Robotics Team, Student Leadership and Diversity Committee | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2014 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of Mississippi | 3 | |
| Emory University | 2 | |
| Indiana University | 2 | |
| Michigan State University | 2 | |
| Georgia Southern University | 1 | |
| Loyola Marymount University | 1 | |
| Spelman College | 1 | |
| University of Colorado-Boulder | 1 | |
| University of Georgia | 1 | |
| Vassar College | 1 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Brandon Hall's mission as a co-educational, global boarding and day school challenges students to lead lives of leadership, scholarship, and service. Our community celebrates learning, fosters global citizenship, embraces diversity, encourages athleticism and artistic expression, and inspires students to find their path and lead the way.
- Founded in 1959 by Theodore and Shirley Hecht, Brandon Hall School is located on a pristine 24-acre campus on the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta, Georgia. Our college prep curriculum and nurturing community serves students in grades 6-12. Our residential community includes 4 dormitories and a junior boarding component. In addition to our 18 athletic teams, students are able to participate fully in the visual arts, music production, theater, robotics, and a leadership program. Brandon Hall partners with over 10 schools worldwide including China, Vietnam, Bermuda, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic.The renowned Summer Center for Global Youth Leadership and Social Entrepreneurial Studies welcomes youth leaders from across the world to collaborate on innovative projects that serve their community and the greater world. Our summer also includes a host of ESL and College readiness programs and workshops.Please visit us at www.brandonhall.org to learn more about our one of a kind school.
- Brandon Hall School accreditations: AdvancEd (formally Souther Association of Colleges and Schools/SACS), Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), Georgia Accrediting Commission (GAC)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Scott Duncan - Forbes Featured Oil Business Man
- Tripp Whetsall - Famous Author and Editor of The Friars Club Magazine
Profile last updated: 01/22/2021
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