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Fryeburg Academy

5.00 (1 review)
745 Main Street Fryeburg ME 04037
Tel: (207) 935-2013
www.fryeburgacademy.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 578 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $55,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,900
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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About the School

  • Fryeburg Academy is an independent secondary school that serves a diverse population of local day students and boarding students from across the nation and around the world.
  • The Academy believes that a strong school community provides the best conditions for learning and growth.
  • Therefore, we strive to create a supportive school environment that promotes respect, tolerance, and cooperation, and prepares students for responsible citizenship.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 578 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $55,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,900
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Fryeburg Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Overview

2026 School Data
Fryeburg Academy
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12, PG
8-12
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
1792
1906
Campus Size
105 acres
125 acres
School Motto
Community, Respect, Diversity, Challenge, Support, & Growth

Student Body

Enrollment
578 students
320 students
% Students of Color
5%
27%
% International Students
16%
21%
% Students Boarding
25%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
15 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
60%
73%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Accreditations
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
# of AP Courses Offered
20
18
Courses
Advanced LatinAdvanced Placement Biology
Advanced Placement Calculus ABAdvanced Placement Calculus BC
Advanced Placement ChemistryAdvanced Placement Computer AB
Advanced Placement English Language and CompositionAdvanced Placement English Literature and Composition
Advanced Placement French LanguageAdvanced Placement Modern European History
Advanced Placement Music TheoryAdvanced Placement Physics
Advanced Placement Spanish LanguageAdvanced Placement Statistics
Advanced Placement United States History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$35 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$55,000
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$19,900
$40,000
Tuition international students
$55,000
$58,650
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
$40,000
$50,000
Summer Program Cost
$3,500
% Students on Financial Aid
43%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$24,575
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
Yes
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Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
Acceptance Rate
80%
64%
Director of Admissions
Joseph Manning
Associate Director of Admissions
Christina D. and Ethan W.
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
22
17
Sports
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCross Country
Cross Country RunningCycling
Field HockeyFootball
GolfIce Hockey
LacrosseMountain Biking
Nordic SkiingRock Climbing
SoccerSoftball
TennisTrack
Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee
Winter TrackWrestling
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Raider

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
41
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Admission Tour GuidesArt Activity
BroadcastingConcordians A Capella
Cube Set Satellite ClubDorm Prefects
Environment ClubFA Girl Up
French ClubFrench Honors Society
GAP - Global Ambassadors ProgramGTSA
Interact ClubLibrary Council
Library MonitorsModel United Nations
Mountain BikingPhotography Activity
Residential ProctorRobotics Team
Rock & Jazz EnsembleStrength & Conditioning Activity
Student ProctorsUnified Special Olympics
Writting Tutors


Arts and Music Programs:
All School PlayArt Club
Classical Music EnsembleDay Student Proctor
Eklektic Jazz ChoirFilm Making Club
Fine Arts ClubFire Department
Jazz Rock EnsembleJunior Classical League (Latin Club)
Ladies in Blue - a cappella groupSpanish First Aid
Technology PrefectsTheater
Visual and Performing Arts Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Techno Music Association

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
University of Maine
9
Pennsylvania State University
6
University of California
6
Boston University
4
Colby College
4
Bates College
3
Rochester Institute of Technology
3
Bowdoin College
2
University of Pennsylvania
2
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1
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School Notes

  • Fryeburg Academy is an independent secondary school that serves a diverse population of local day students and boarding students from across the nation and around the world. The Academy believes that a strong school community provides the best conditions for learning and growth. Therefore, we strive to create a supportive school environment that promotes respect, tolerance, and cooperation, and prepares students for responsible citizenship. Within this context, the Academy's challenging and comprehensive academic program, enriched by a varied co-curriculum provides the knowledge and skills necessary for success in higher education and the workplace.
  • Fryeburg Academy is set in a classic New England village, in the foothills of Mount Washington and the White Mountains. It's a community of real people, offering a sense of belonging to all who enter, and a backbone of support to all who stay. It's close to the ocean, rivers, lakes, ski areas, and 750,000 acres of National Forest. Outdoor activities are limitless every season of the year.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • David Rohde - New York Times investigative journalist
    • Rufus Porter - painter and founder of Scientific American
    • Spaulding Gray - actor and playwright
    • Marcus Nash - U.S. olympic nordic ski racer
    • James Farrington - US representative from New Hampshire (1828-1831)
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fryeburg Academy cost?
Fryeburg Academy's tuition is approximately $55,000 for boarding students and $19,900 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Fryeburg Academy?
The acceptance rate of Fryeburg Academy is 80%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Fryeburg Academy?
Fryeburg Academy famous alumni include: David Rohde, Rufus Porter, Spaulding Gray, Marcus Nash and James Farrington.
What sports does Fryeburg Academy offer?
Fryeburg Academy offers 22 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Winter Track and Wrestling.
What is Fryeburg Academy's ranking?
Fryeburg Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Fryeburg Academy?
The application deadline for Fryeburg Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Student & Alumni Reviews

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Class of 2018
5.00
Bates College
It had fantastic buildings, amazing campus and dorms. The environment was perfect and set me up to succeed in college. . .
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  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 578 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $55,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,900
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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