Cushing Academy
- Founded in 1865, Cushing is an independent, college preparatory school for girls and boys in grades 9 through 12 and post-graduate.
- Our beautiful 162-acre campus is located in Ashburnham, Mass., just one hour northwest of Boston.
- Mission Statement: Cushing Academy exists for students and develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders.
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- Pitzer College It's a place where they not only encourage students to go out and make a difference, but they help make that possible by supporting student endeavors. A lot of what happens at the school is. . .
- Northeastern University For me Cushing's highlight was definitely that it had its own rink. For someone that lives the ice, like me, this was amazing. . .
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- Offering Breadth Most extracurriculars offered
| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | Cushing Academy | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1865 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 162 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 400 students | 313 students |
| % Students of Color | 15% | 21% |
| % International Students | 35% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 85% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Dress code details at http://www.cushing.org/dress-code) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $8,575 (Summer Session day student tuition: $3475 3-week Summer Session boarding tuition: $5100 3-week Summer Session day student tuition: $2200 (limited number of 3-week spaces) See website for fees and optional services) | |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $42 million | $19 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $61,500 (See website for fees and optional services) | $54,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $41,800 (See website for fees and optional services) | $30,550 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Director of Admissions | Catherine Pollock | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 19 | 15 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 39 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Black Student Union, Book Lovers on Thursday (BLT), CA Super Fans, Christian Fellowship Club, Community Service Club, Current Events Club, E-sports Club, Ethics Committee, Film Club, Kindness Club, Literature Live, Model UN, Multicultural Awareness Club, Open Doors, Organic Garden, Planet@CA (environmental club), PRIDE, Student/Faculty Senate, The International Club, The Literary Magazine, The Peer Support Group, The Yearbook, Tour Guides, Young Ambassadors Arts and Music Programs: A Capella, Chamber, Cushing Chorus, Dance Club, Instrumental, Portfolio, Spring Theater Workshop, Technical Theater, Winter Musical Recreational Athletic Programs: Aerobics, Extreme Baseball League, Instructional Ice Hockey, Instructional Tennis, Outdoor Program, Snowboarding | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Mission Statement: Cushing Academy develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders.
- Founded as a coeducational institution in 1865, Cushing Academy offers a transformative learning experience for students in grades 9-12 and PG. With an average student/teacher ratio of 8:1, Cushing`s 400 students are afforded individual attention and guidance within the school`s rigorous academic curriculum. The Academy also offers Academic Support and English as a Second Language options that are tailored to students` needs and a dynamic five-week summer program. Cushing boasts a long tradition of excellence in athletics and is home to an expansive visual and performing arts program. Home to students from 28 states and 30 countries, Cushing`s 162-acre campus features several brand new, state-of-the-art facilities including a new field house, dining commons, dormitories, turf field, and a renovated ice arena. Cushing Academy is located one-hour northwest of Boston. Prospective students and families are invited to attend an Open House. Details at http://www.cushing.org/openhouse
- LD types supported: Language Based Learning Differences and Mild Learning Differences
- Cushing Academy accreditations: NEASC
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