Fountain Valley School of Colorado
- You`ll learn and grow in ways you never imagined at Fountain Valley School, where intellectual challenge is combined with a spirit of adventure and exploration.
- Fountain Valley School offers you an extraordinary experience that you won`t find at any other school, one that will lead to a lifetime of opportunities.
- The expansive landscape of rolling prairie, snow-capped mountains and big blue sky has inspired students for 90 years to be courageous, open-minded, self-reliant, curious and compassionate.
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- University of Colorado at Boulder There is a required trip the week before spring break where you can go to the Bahamas to learn about marine life, go to China, France, New Orleans, and many other places. The majority of. . .
- University of Colorado Denver FVS is extremely unique in the sense that it allows students to engage in not just one aspect of life. There is a really healthy balance between academic, athletic, and artistic activities in the schedule. . .
- Colorado College The location in the Rocky Mountain west is unparalleled. The amount of experiential learning that can occur both on campus and in the amazing nature that surrounds our region is unique to FVS. The Western. . .
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- Student Attention Low teacher:student ratio
| Definition of Terms | 2019 School Data | Fountain Valley | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 | 7-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1930 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 1100 acres | 104 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 240 students | 320 students |
| % Students of Color | 38% | 23% |
| % International Students | 32% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 65% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1303 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 27 | *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 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80% | 69% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $40 million | $20 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $59,000 | $57,300 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $30,150 | $31,250 |
| Tuition international students | $63,000 | $50,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 41% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $22,700 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 66% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Kila McCann | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | O'Neal Turner | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 18 |
| Courses | 2-D Studio Art, 3-D Studio Art, Advanced Calculus AB, Advanced Calculus BC, Advanced Chemistry, Advanced Chinese Language and Culture, Advanced English Literature and Composition, Advanced Environmental Science, Advanced French Language and Culture, Advanced Music Theory, Advanced Spanish Language and Culture, Advanced Spanish Literature and Culture, Advanced Statistics, Advanced World History, AP Biology, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP U.S. History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 20 | 16 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Diving, Equestrian, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Riding, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 20 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Academic Honor Society, Admission Ambassador, Athenaea (student newspaper), Board Game Club, Business Club, Chinese Club, Debate Club, French Club, Girls Leadership Club, Green Team, Healing Psychology Club, Hispanic Honor Society, Matchwits, Math Club, Model UN, Student Cultural Organization, Student Government, The Owl (Yearbook), Varsity Club Arts and Music Programs: Art Barn Assistants | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2015 - 2019 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of Colorado, Boulder | 20 | |
| Colorado State University | 13 | |
| University of Denver | 9 | |
| University of Puget Sound | 9 | |
| New York University | 7 | |
| Colorado College | 6 | |
| University of California, San Diego | 5 | |
| Case Western University | 4 | |
| Lewis & Clark University | 4 | |
| Colby College | 3 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
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Fountain Valley School of Colorado offers an education and experience you won`t find at any other school, combining intellectual challenge with a spirit of adventure and exploration. Set on an 1,100-acre ranch at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Pikes Peak is front and center, a daily reminder of the opportunities Colorado so generously offers. Learn deeper in classes that challenge you to think critically. Engage in compelling discussions where everyone`s opinion matters. Your talented teachers will inspire you to embrace challenge with confidence, independence and resilience.With classmates from 15 countries and 23 states, you will think and connect globally while making lifelong friends from around the world. The Global Scholar program is unique to FVS, challenging students to engage as world citizens and develop an international perspective. As a member school of Round Square-a worldwide network of more than 170 independent schools-Fountain Valley students have opportunities for exchanges, service projects and international conferences around the globe.Other signature programs include The Western Immersion Program, Interim, Western and English riding, outdoor ed, mountain biking and climbing. If you`re looking for a school where you`ll become your best self, your true self, please visit fvs.edu to learn more.
- Take a look at FVS from the sky in our drone videos by alumnus Max Seigal '06
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- Fountain Valley School of Colorado accreditations: The Association of Boarding Schools, The National Association of Independent Schools, Association of Colorado Independent Schools
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