Dana Hall School
Audacious since 1881, Dana Hall School has always been dedicated to providing the vigorous education that every girl deserves-one that`s academically ambitious, rich with opportunity, and fiercely empowering.
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- Emory University The relationships I had with my teachers will stick with me for the rest of my life. They encouraged me, challenged me, rooted for me, and wanted only the best for me and my classmates. . .
- University of Pennsylvania One thing unique about Dana is its horse stables. This is one of the main reasons why I was initially drawn to the school. I loved horses and wanted to learn horseback riding in boarding. . .
- College of William and Mary Emphasis on self determination. Empowered women in a time with little empowerment. Holistic yet traditional approach to education-all subjects given equal importance and delivered with equal rigor.Tuesday night family style dinners for boarders and. . .
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- Student Attention Small average class sizes
| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Dana Hall School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 5-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1881 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 55 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 484 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 32% | 25% |
| % International Students | 11% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 34% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1340 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 28 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 76% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $65 million | $25 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $65,850 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $53,380 | $33,500 |
| Tuition international students | $65,850 | $54,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 24% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $41,517 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 55% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Angela N. Brown n/a | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Elizabeth Connelly | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 18 |
| Courses | AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP English composition, AP English Literature, AP European History, AP French Language, AP Latin, AP Physics C, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP U.S. History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 | 16 |
| Sports | Ballet, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 23 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: and Hallmanac, Big/Little Siblings, Blue Key, Boarding and Day Prefects, Bridge Club, Community Service Club, Disciplinary Council, Environment Club, Focus, French Club, Kesher, Rock Climibing, Salaam, Student Publications: Mirage, Vegetarian Food and Cooking Club Arts and Music Programs: Chamber, Chorale/Honors Chorale, Chorus, Dance Club Recreational Athletic Programs: Drama Productions, Swimming, Ultimate Frisbee, Yoga | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2021 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Bucknell University | 5 | |
| American University | 3 | |
| Boston University | 3 | |
| Emory University | 3 | |
| New York University | 3 | |
| Syracuse University | 3 | |
| Tufts University | 3 | |
| University of Michigan | 3 | |
| Wake Forest University | 3 | |
| Northeastern University | 2 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Dana Hall School is unlike any other learning environment a girl will ever experience. We`re a school where students tackle demanding coursework and high academic expectations with joy, enthusiasm, and genuine curiosity. A place where girls take the lead in every classroom, on every stage, and on every sports field. We cultivate an environment in which students feel free to discover, become, and express exactly who they are. At Dana Hall, we believe that academic excellence is best realized in girls whose social and emotional needs are equally considered with their intellect. Here, girls have a rare opportunity to explore-fully and without reserve-every aspect of who they are. Their true interests, nascent talents, bold ambitions, and leadership qualities. What ignites their curiosity, moves their hearts, and gives them purpose. Since 1881, our students` undeniable success-at Dana Hall, in college, and in the world-has borne out the wisdom of our educational philosophy.
- Dana Hall School accreditations: NEASC
Profile last updated: 08/23/2021
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