The girls of Linden Hall have been defying expectations since 1746.
As America's oldest independent boarding and day school for girls, we enroll 115 students in grades 6-12 and our stellar post-graduate program.
We fly airplanes, build robots, recite Shakespeare, psychoanalyze Batman, win art competitions, gallop across campus on horseback, and so much more! Located in "America's Coolest Small Town" of Lititz, Pennsylvania, our historic 49-acre campus in the heart of Amish Country is just steps from pizza shops, ice cream parlors, cafes, local chocolate, and the nation's oldest pretzel factory.
Linden Hall is also easily accessible from major transport hubs like Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City.
Girls come to Linden Hall from 15 states and more than two dozen countries.
Our rigorous college-preparatory curriculum includes more than 20 AP classes as well as dual-enrollment offerings, yet our average class size is only 8 students.
Each year, our graduates receive offers of admission to some of the best colleges across the globe including Yale, Princeton, Stanford, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Duke, Barnard, Swarthmore, Amherst, Wellesley, USC, McGill, and the University of Edinburgh.
Excited yet?! We'd love to show you if Linden Hall is the right match for you.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12, PG
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $67,510
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $29,800
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Linden Hall School for Girls ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 275 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School History
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Year Founded
1746
1907
Campus Size
49 acres
130 acres
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
Student Body
Enrollment
100 students
319 students
% Students of Color
43%
27%
% International Students
33%
21%
% Students Boarding
70%
68%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
29
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
55%
73%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$3.8 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$67,510
(5-Day Boarding: $57,380 7-Day Boarding: $67,510)
(5-Day Boarding: $57,380 7-Day Boarding: $67,510)
$68,850
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$29,800
$37,700
Tuition international students
$67,510
$58,650
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$57,380
$49,700
% Students on Financial Aid
35%
40%
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
80%
62%
Director of Admissions
Aaron Spina
Associate Director of Admissions
Natasha Lopez
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
17
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
47
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella GroupA Helping Hand!
Animation ClubBlack Alliance Club
Chinese ClubClub Med
Cosmetic ChemistryDead Poets Society
Digital MarketingECHO Club - Student Newspaper
Eco ClubEsports Club
Filming ClubFrench Club
Hiking ClubHorse Club
Key ClubKpop Dance Club
Linden Ledger - Literary MagazineMaking HERstory
Marine Biology SocietyMiddle School Math Club
Minecraft ClubModel UN
Movie Critiquing ClubNational History Day Club
Odyssey of the MindPiano Club
Social Media ClubSpeak Up! Club
Tabletop Gaming SocietyTech Crew
The F(eminism) WordThread of Life
Upper School Math ClubVisual Voice Club
Arts and Music Programs:
College Matriculation
School Notes
- Committed to excellence in the education of young women in a diverse community, Linden Hall provides a rigorous and multifaceted college-preparatory experience where each student is nurtured and inspired to reach her highest potential.
- As an academically rigorous community where girls are valued and known, it is Linden Hall School's goal to provide an environment that fosters curious and independent leaders who are prepared to contribute as compassionate global citizens. We focus on the development of scholarly achievement, character, cultural awareness, and physical wellness.
- Linden Hall School for Girls accreditations: Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS), Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MAS-CESS)
- School Motto: Empowering Girls to Excel for over 275 years
- School Mascot: Lion
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Linden Hall School for Girls cost?
Linden Hall School for Girls's tuition is approximately $67,510 for boarding students and $29,800 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Linden Hall School for Girls?
The acceptance rate of Linden Hall School for Girls is 80%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 62%.
What sports does Linden Hall School for Girls offer?
Linden Hall School for Girls offers 17 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Riding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does Linden Hall School for Girls offer a summer program?
Yes, Linden Hall School for Girls offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Linden Hall School for Girls's ranking?
Linden Hall School for Girls ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes, High # of AP/advanced courses offered, High ACT scores and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Linden Hall School for Girls?
The application deadline for Linden Hall School for Girls is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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