Maine Central Institute is an independent college preparatory day and boarding school founded in 1866.
MCI pledges to provide a rigorous, comprehensive educational program to a multicultural student body with a wide range of abilities and interests.
In a safe and caring atmosphere, students will acquire knowledge, self-esteem, social responsibility, and the critical thinking and communication skills necessary for global citizenship and lifelong learning. In a safe and caring atmosphere, students will acquire knowledge, self-esteem, social responsibility, and the critical thinking and communication skills necessary for global citizenship and lifelong learning.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $45,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Maine Central Institute ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 289 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1866
1907
Campus Size
23 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
300 students
310 students
% Students of Color
5%
25%
% International Students
13%
20%
% Students Boarding
18%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
65%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$45,000
(Student reserve accounts are required for emergency expenses like medical bills or travel expenses. They are not for the student’s personal spending. Any unused balance will be returned. •International students: $2,000 •Non-International students: $750)
(Student reserve accounts are required for emergency expenses like medical bills or travel expenses. They are not for the student’s personal spending. Any unused balance will be returned. •International students: $2,000 •Non-International students: $750)
$64,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,000
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$25,000
$46,000
Summer Program Cost
$5,000
(MCI Summer STEAM Program: -$5,000 USD for all 5 weeks for boarding campers - includes all laboratory equipment and supplies, room, board, and weekend project travel. Students are responsible for airfare to/from the United States and visa fee, if applicable.-$1,000 USD per week for boarding campers - includes all laboratory equipment and supplies, room, board, and weekend project travel. Students are responsible for airfare to/from the United States and visa fee, if applicable.-$250 USD per week for day campers. Includes all laboratory equipment and supplies. Does not include travel to and from MCI.-Credit: Students will earn a 0.5 academic credit from MCI upon completion of the program.Bossov Ballet Summer Intensive Program: - $4,500 USD for 6 week residential program. Includes tuition, room/board and costume fees.- $2,995 USD for 6 week non-residential program. Includes tuition and costume fees.)
(MCI Summer STEAM Program: -$5,000 USD for all 5 weeks for boarding campers - includes all laboratory equipment and supplies, room, board, and weekend project travel. Students are responsible for airfare to/from the United States and visa fee, if applicable.-$1,000 USD per week for boarding campers - includes all laboratory equipment and supplies, room, board, and weekend project travel. Students are responsible for airfare to/from the United States and visa fee, if applicable.-$250 USD per week for day campers. Includes all laboratory equipment and supplies. Does not include travel to and from MCI.-Credit: Students will earn a 0.5 academic credit from MCI upon completion of the program.Bossov Ballet Summer Intensive Program: - $4,500 USD for 6 week residential program. Includes tuition, room/board and costume fees.- $2,995 USD for 6 week non-residential program. Includes tuition and costume fees.)
% Students on Financial Aid
20%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Director of Admissions
Andrius Ksikvas
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
17
Courses
Advanced Placement Biology with lab, Advanced Placement Calculus AB , Advanced Placement Calculus BC , Advanced Placement Chemistry with lab, Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition, Advanced Placement Environmental Science, Advanced Placement Physics C Electricity and Magnetism, Advanced Placement Physics C Mechanics, Advanced Placement US History and Advanced Placement English Language and Composition , Advancement Placement Statistics, Anatomy Dual Enrollment , AP Art / Advanced Art, AP U.S. Government and Politics, Honors Humanities History IV, Humanities I Honors English, Humanities I Honors History, Humanities II Honors English, Humanities II Honors History , Physiology Dual Enrollment
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
16
16
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
60
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Aomori Travelers, Art Club, Aviation Club, Ballroom Dance, Calligraphy Club, Cappies - Theatre Critic Program, Captains Club, CGA Drill Team, Chess Club, Coding Club, Competitive Gaming Club, Creative Writing Club, Drama Club, Fantasy Sports Club, Fleet Volunteer Garden, Futsol Intramural, Gay/Straight Alliance, Generational Connections Club, Kindness Krew, Longboard Club, Math Team, MCI Youth in Government, National Honor Society, Politically Incorrect Debate Club, Public Speaking Club, Quidditch Club, Robotics Team, Ski Club, Speech & Debate Club, Stamp Club, Student Ambassador Organization, TED Talks, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
3D Design, Art and Design Fundamentals, Ballet, Ceramics, Concert Band, Concert Choir, Contemporary A Capella, Digital Music Production, Drama, Festival Theatre Ensemble, Guitar, Instrumental Jazz Ensemble, Intro to Costume, Introduction to Theatre, Masardis, Painting, Piano, Sculpture, Social Theater, Stage & TV Make-up, Studio Foundations I & II, Technical Theatre-Stagecraft, Theatre Arts, Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Volleyball Club
Aomori Travelers, Art Club, Aviation Club, Ballroom Dance, Calligraphy Club, Cappies - Theatre Critic Program, Captains Club, CGA Drill Team, Chess Club, Coding Club, Competitive Gaming Club, Creative Writing Club, Drama Club, Fantasy Sports Club, Fleet Volunteer Garden, Futsol Intramural, Gay/Straight Alliance, Generational Connections Club, Kindness Krew, Longboard Club, Math Team, MCI Youth in Government, National Honor Society, Politically Incorrect Debate Club, Public Speaking Club, Quidditch Club, Robotics Team, Ski Club, Speech & Debate Club, Stamp Club, Student Ambassador Organization, TED Talks, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
3D Design, Art and Design Fundamentals, Ballet, Ceramics, Concert Band, Concert Choir, Contemporary A Capella, Digital Music Production, Drama, Festival Theatre Ensemble, Guitar, Instrumental Jazz Ensemble, Intro to Costume, Introduction to Theatre, Masardis, Painting, Piano, Sculpture, Social Theater, Stage & TV Make-up, Studio Foundations I & II, Technical Theatre-Stagecraft, Theatre Arts, Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Volleyball Club
School Notes
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Maine Central Institute (MCI), established in 1866, is a traditional day and boarding program with college preparatory academics and a wide variety of athletics, arts, music, theatre, and on campus clubs and activities. The student body consists of talented students from all over the world, including several different states of the US.Highlights of our academic programs and support services:
- Flight School (Aviation Program) - MCI is excited to partner with Central Maine Aviation and Curtis Air at the Pittsfield Municipal Airport to help our students access the exciting world of aviation. Working with an MCI teacher-guide, students earn a science credit upon completion of the course. In the second semester, students enroll in a course offered by the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA), where they earn a physics credit from MCI as well as three college credit hours from UMA.Upon completion of this course, students who are at least 16 years of age have the option to begin flight training at the Pittsfield Municipal Airport, which is close to the MCI campus. Students in grade 11 can begin training during the summer or they can complete this course in the first term of grade 12. Students who do not wish to participate in flight training can continue their studies with a semester course from Aerorscholars.com during their grade 12 year.
- Manson Essay: It is a distinguished Junior essay (college-level) requirement originating in the late 1800's. All Juniors spend months researching and writing on a topic of their choice and end the assignment with an oral presentation of their essay in front of their peers.
- Senior Capstone Project: It is a capstone assessment, integrating students' mastery of communication skills, research techniques, public speaking conventions, and organization for independent, self-directed learning. Students devote five weeks to their chosen learning objectives, then present their knowledge and product to peers, family and community members.
- Bossov Ballet Program: it offers pre-professional syllabus prepares students for a professional ballet career.
- Academic Support Program (Peer Tutor, Writing Center, Math Tutor and ESL support) Our faculty and student volunteers assist international and domestic students on how to use all of the resources available to them, while also helping them to understand how to prepare for college applications, and standardized testing. The Academic Office is responsible for providing peer tutoring opportunities across the subject areas. The Writing Center is available to students when English may not be their first language. This has become a mandatory part of their schedule as they develop their English language abilities. ESL supports are available during Writing Center, after school, and in the evening.
- Maine Central Institute accreditations: NEASC, TABS, NAIS, ISANNE, SBSA, SSATB, NAFSA, MAIS, CSS, CASE, MPA, NACAS, THE COLLEGE BOARD
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sam Cassell - Post Graduate Basketball
- Caron Butlet - Post Graduate Basketball
- Lori Celeste - Bossov Ballet Theatre
- Johanna Reuter - Bossov Ballet Theatre
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Maine Central Institute cost?
Maine Central Institute's tuition is approximately $45,000 for boarding students.
Who are famous alumni from Maine Central Institute?
Maine Central Institute famous alumni include: Sam Cassell, Caron Butlet, Lori Celeste and Johanna Reuter.
What sports does Maine Central Institute offer?
Maine Central Institute offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling.
Does Maine Central Institute offer a summer program?
Yes, Maine Central Institute offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Maine Central Institute's ranking?
Maine Central Institute ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Maine Central Institute?
The application deadline for Maine Central Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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