The individuality, diversity, and quality of Concord Academy's faculty and student body make it an exceptional place to live and learn.
Life at this boarding and day school is creative and inquisitive; the people are impassioned and involved.
The school is academically demanding. Students participate in a range of artistic, athletic, and extracurricular activities.
Large enough to offer 400 students a comprehensive program, it is small enough to provide a caring community.
Set in a historic town near Boston, Concord Academy is a vibrant community enhanced by its culturally rich environment.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $65,850
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $52,740
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Concord Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 289 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
Student Test Scores
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1922
1906
Campus Size
39 acres
130 acres
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
395 students
314 students
% Students of Color
36%
25%
% International Students
10%
20%
% Students Boarding
40%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
83%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$72.9 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$65,850
$63,120
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$52,740
$35,700
% Students on Financial Aid
25%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$49,390
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
86%
-
Acceptance Rate
25%
60%
Director of Admissions
Marie D. Myers
Associate Director of Admissions
Julie Wadland
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
18
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
43
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Alianza (Latino Student Alliance), Anglers Society, Anime Association, Archery Club, Asian Students Association, Athletic Advisory Board, Banjo Club, Community Action Coalition, Concord Academy Service Activists, Debate Club, Disciplinary Council, Entertainment Committee, Environment Club, GCS (Groton Community Service Organization), GSA, Journalism, Men of Color Alliance, Outdoor Club, Performing Arts, Queer People of Color Club, Republican Club, Running Club, SAT Prep, Spirit Committee, Step Dance, Student Investment Fund, Student Publications: Mirage, Focus, and Hallmanac, Student Response Group, Tech. Production, Track, University Theatre Program, Women of Color Alliance, Young Democrats, Zoological Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Association, Arts Council, Bible Study, Ceramics Club, Chameleons (a cappella group), Chorus, Flicks
Alianza (Latino Student Alliance), Anglers Society, Anime Association, Archery Club, Asian Students Association, Athletic Advisory Board, Banjo Club, Community Action Coalition, Concord Academy Service Activists, Debate Club, Disciplinary Council, Entertainment Committee, Environment Club, GCS (Groton Community Service Organization), GSA, Journalism, Men of Color Alliance, Outdoor Club, Performing Arts, Queer People of Color Club, Republican Club, Running Club, SAT Prep, Spirit Committee, Step Dance, Student Investment Fund, Student Publications: Mirage, Focus, and Hallmanac, Student Response Group, Tech. Production, Track, University Theatre Program, Women of Color Alliance, Young Democrats, Zoological Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Association, Arts Council, Bible Study, Ceramics Club, Chameleons (a cappella group), Chorus, Flicks
College Matriculation
Year: 2014 - 2018
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Tufts University
24
New York University
17
Wesleyan University
16
Barnard College
12
Bates College
12
Columbia University
11
Connecticut College
11
Middlebury College
11
Washington University in St. Louis
11
Cornell University
10
School Notes
- "...Since 1922, our highest priority has been the support and development of informed and inspired teaching. Many of our faculty relish life in houses on campus, sharing their domestic worlds with students. Others bring the breadth of their lives away from the campus to their work in the classroom. All bring singularly strong academic and professional credentials to their work. Our faculty combines many of the qualifications of a university faculty with the commitment to individual students that is the hallmark of independent schools. By allowing teachers to choose the way in which they contribute their vitality to students' lives, we are able to assemble an outstanding group of scholars and professionals who bring true expertise and enthusiasm to the learning experience. This special commitment to the classroom experience, together with a comprehensive program of sabbaticals and professional development, supports academic excellence." - from school website
- Concord Academy accreditations: NEASC
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Rachel Morrison '96 - Cinematographer, First woman to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Cinematography, movies include Black Panther and Mudbound
- Peter Fisher '74 - Former US Undersecretary of the Treasury
- Tom Forman '91 - Executive producer
- Julia Glass '74 - Novelist
- Sebastian Junger '80 - Novelist and journalist
- David Lewis '76 - Investigative journalist, CNN
- Her Majesty Queen Noor '69 - Former Queen of Jordan
- Tom First '85 - Co-founder, Nantucket Nectars
- Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg '75 - Lawyer, writer, ambassador, and philanthropist
- Drew Gilpin Faust '64 - President of Harvard University
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Concord Academy cost?
Concord Academy's tuition is approximately $65,850 for boarding students and $52,740 for day students.
What schools are Concord Academy often compared to?
Concord Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Academy, Phillips Academy Andover, Milton Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Concord Academy?
The acceptance rate of Concord Academy is 25%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%. Concord Academy's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Concord Academy?
Concord Academy famous alumni include: Rachel Morrison '96, Peter Fisher '74, Tom Forman '91, Julia Glass '74, Sebastian Junger '80, David Lewis '76, Her Majesty Queen Noor '69, Tom First '85, Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg '75 and Drew Gilpin Faust '64.
What sports does Concord Academy offer?
Concord Academy offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Concord Academy's ranking?
Concord Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low acceptance rates, High average SAT scores and High SSAT scores.
When is the application deadline for Concord Academy?
The application deadline for Concord Academy is Jan. 15.
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