Colorado Timberline Academy
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $41,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,000
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Colorado Timberline Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 298 schools) for:
School Overview
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Tuition Cost
(Boarding Students)
(Day Students)
Acceptance Rate
Sports
Extracurriculars
Yearbook Staff
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics, Film Photography
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Backcountry Skiing
School Notes
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Colorado Timberline Academy offers a close-knit community with educational and outdoor-oriented excellence:
- A strong academic program for grades 9-12 and post-graduate
- A maximum enrollment of 45 students
- An average class size of eight students
- An outdoor pursuits program that involves every student in an outdoor activity of their choosing: skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, kayaking, fly-fishing, backpacking, rock climbing, and more.
- Three school-wide wilderness trips a year
- An outstanding record of college admissions
- An excellent selection of electives: art, drama, and more
- A structured day that builds good school habits and learning skills
- Creative, highly capable, and non-conforming students who "march to the beat of a different drummer."
- Students who thrive participating in outdoor experiences unique to our Colorado mountain setting which are built into our curriculum.
- Students who respond to an intimate, family atmosphere with small classes and meaningful relationships with teachers and peers.
- Students who could find greater motivation from a non-traditional program.
- Families who need the flexibility of our block system and rolling admissions to make a change mid-stream through the year.
- Students whose academic progress has been interrupted and need to get back on track.
- Students looking for a supportive environment due to family and social difficulties but whose needs do not require a therapeutic program.
- Students who would benefit from more individualized attention and daily structure.
- Families whose careers have made it difficult for their children to have a "home-base."International students who would thrive in a smaller community in order to immerse themselves in American culture.
- Colorado Timberline Academy accreditations: Cognia
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Colorado Timberline Academy cost?
Colorado Timberline Academy's tuition is approximately $41,500 for boarding students and $28,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Colorado Timberline Academy?
The acceptance rate of Colorado Timberline Academy is 90%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.
What sports does Colorado Timberline Academy offer?
Colorado Timberline Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cycling, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding and Ultimate Frisbee.
What is Colorado Timberline Academy's ranking?
Colorado Timberline Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students) and Small average class sizes.
When is the application deadline for Colorado Timberline Academy?
The application deadline for Colorado Timberline Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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