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 2018 School Data | Maur Hill - Mount | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Catholic | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1863 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 90 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 220 students | 313 students |
| % International Students | 30% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 45% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (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 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $24,000 | $54,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $30,550 |
| Tuition international students | $32,600 | $48,850 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $22,500 | $40,300 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 54% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $8,000 | $23,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 72% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Mr. Deke Nolan | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 17 |
| 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 | 18 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Debate Club, Forensics Club, House System, International Club, Journalism, Math Club, National Honors Society, Pep Band, Pep Club, Photography, Scholars Bowl, Science Club, Spanish Club, Video Yearbook, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Art Club, Choir, Drama Club | |
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), Summer ESL
- 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)
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