Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA)
- Maur Hill-Mount Academy (MH-MA) in Atchison, Kansas provides a respected education to students from across the United States and internationally. As a Catholic boarding and day school, students will experience a challenging and supportive atmosphere with a residential program that provides a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.
- MH-MA has a diverse student body that comes from several states and countries to be challenged, supported, and grow in a faith-filled college prep environment that sees 98% of graduates entering college.
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| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | Maur Hill - Mount | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Catholic | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1863 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 90 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 208 students | 310 students |
| % Students of Color | 10% | 25% |
| % International Students | 25% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 45% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1310 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 26 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (khaki pants, collared shirt, dress shoes) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $2.8 million | $23 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $25,500 | $58,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $6,400 | $30,000 |
| Tuition international students | $34,450 | $52,900 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $24,500 | $43,260 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 54% | 38% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $8,000 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 72% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Mrs. Anne Faucett | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 18 |
| Courses | College Anatomy & Physiology, AP Calculus BC, AP History, College Algebra, College English, College Government, College Psychology, College Spanish | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 14 | 15 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 12 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Debate Club, Forensics Club, House System, International Club, Journalism, Robotics, Student Ambassador Program, Video Weekly News Report Arts and Music Programs: Choir, Drama Club, Photography, Theatre | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2017 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Boston College | 1 | |
| Kansas State University | 1 | |
| Pennsylvania State University | 1 | |
| University of California | 1 | |
| University of Kansas | 1 | |
| University of Michigan | 1 | |
| University of Notre Dame | 1 | |
| University of Pennsylvania | 1 | |
| University of Texas | 1 | |
| Vanderbilt University | 1 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Preparing students academically, socially, physically and spiritually
- 29 hours of college credit
- ACT/SAT Prep Courses
- Safe, structured, and supportive campus, school, and dorms
- Academic, Athletic, art, & music programs
- 31 clubs and sports available
- Teacher Advisor Program
- International Students: ESL Program, TOEFL Prep (on site testing center)
- 5 athletic fields, 2 gyms, athletic center/weight room
- Academic Assistance Program
- 98% of graduates continue on to college
- Tuition assistance and payment plans available
- Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA) accreditations: North Central Association (NCA), Catholic Boarding Schools Association (CBSA), National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), Secondary School Admissions Test Board (SSATB),Small Boarding School Association (SBSA)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lufti Firdaus '88 - Indonesia Ambassador to the United States
- Steve Bartulica '88 - Croatian Parliament. Professor at Catholic University of Croatia in Zagreb
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