McCallie School
- "One of the premier boys schools in the nation, McCallie has provided rigorous college preparation in a Christian context since 1905.
- McCallie is an achievement-oriented community that encourages boys to strive toward academic excellence and commit to a student-administered honor system.
- McCallie offers a coordinate program with Girls Preparatory School, AP courses in all disciplines, an extensive weekend activities program, 14 competitive varsity sports, and 39 different intramural tournaments...".
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- Davidson College McCallie is unquestionably one of the finest boarding schools in the nation. It prepares its students to achieve excellence in every arena. Three things in particular distinguish McCallie from other schools.The first thing that. . .
- University of Virginia As an all-male school with a focus on building up men of character, McCallie offered me an unmatchable experience. In a single sex environment, my classmates and I did not feel constrained by a. . .
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| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | McCallie School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denom. / Christian | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1905 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 125 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 667 students | 313 students |
| % Students of Color | 17% | 21% |
| % International Students | 6% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 38% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 26 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 14 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $93 million | $19 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $47,950 | $54,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $24,975 | $30,550 |
| Tuition international students | $51,450 | $48,850 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 40% | 37% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 66% | - |
| Director of Admissions | Jim Daughdrill | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Hank Bramblet | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 17 | 15 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 67 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Amnesty International Club, Argonaut (Literary Magazine), Art Club, Asian Film Society, Astronomy Club, Big/Little Siblings, Campaigners, Campus Entertainment Committee (CEC), Chapel, Cheerleaders, Chemistry Club, Chess Club, Chorus, Classics Club, Community Service Club, Cum Laude, Debate Club, Drama Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, French Club, German Club, Guitar Club, Habitat for Humanity, Internet Radio Station, Japanese Club, Jazz Club, Keo-Kio, Lettermen's Society, McCallie Community Council, McCallie Investment Society, McCallie Literary Club, McCallie Prayer Ministry, Military History Club, Missionary Committee, Mock Trial, Mu Alpha Theta (Mathmatics Club), Music Appreciation Society, Music Theater, National Honor Society, Orchestra, Outdoor Club, Pennant (Yearbook), Petition Club, Photography Club, Resident Advisors, Science Bowl, Senate, Skeet Club, Spanish Club, SPIRITUALS, Student Council, Student Vestry, TEPS, The International Club, The Tornado (Student Newspaper), Ultimate Frisbee, Young Democrats, Young Life, Young Republicans Club or Organization: Biodiesel Production Club, Investment Club, McCallie Finance Club, McCallie Microfinance Fund, Model UN, Science Olympiad Arts and Music Programs: Handbell, Wind Ensemble | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
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One of the premier boys schools in the nation, McCallie has provided rigorous college preparation in a Christian context since 1905. McCallie is an achievement-oriented community that encourages boys to strive toward academic excellence and commit to a student-administered honor system. McCallie offers a coordinate program with Girls Preparatory School, AP courses in all disciplines, an extensive weekend activities program, 14 competitive varsity sports, and 39 different intramural tournaments.The McCallie School's mission is to prepare its students for college and for life. The school is dedicated to the academic, physical, spiritual, and emotional growth of boys. It seeks to inspire and motivate them:
- To pursue excellence and take pride in one''s work and achievements
- To lead lives of personal honor
- To be responsible in family and personal relationships
- To manifest concern for the welfare of others. The McCallie Honors Scholarship brings to secondary education the prestigious merit-based scholarship traditions that have graced our finest Southern universities. The Morehead Scholarship at the University of North Carolina, the Jefferson Scholarship at the University of Virginia, and the A.B. Duke Scholarship at Duke University - all attract the most exceptional students from around the country to the Southeast. These outstanding students enrich the universities they attend, helping ensure the continuity of excellence within these schools. In the same way, the McCallie Honors Scholars enhance McCallie's tradition of excellence. A McCallie Honors Scholar will be an outstanding young man in several respects. His academic excellence will be demonstrated through both his academic record as well as his standardized test scores. He will exhibit exceptional leadership potential. And he will possess truly extraordinary character. Scholarship, leadership, and integrity - these are the defining characteristics of the McCallie Honors Scholar. In recent years, approximately 150 boys have been nominated annually for Honors Scholarships. All are required to visit campus during a Visitor's Day program or for an individually scheduled visit during which they meet current McCallie students and staff, tour campus and complete an admission interview. From the group of nominees, Honors Scholarship finalists are invited back to campus in late February to participate in Honors Scholarship Weekend during which final award levels are determined. Scholarships may consist of merit, financial aid or both. Levels range from partial to full tuition, room and board.
- McCallie School accreditations: SACS, NAIS, Member School of TABS and NAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Ted Turner '56 - CNN Founder
- Howard Baker '43 - Former Senate Majority Leader, White House Chief of Staff, and Ambassador to Japan
- Jon Meacham '87 - Editor of Newsweek and best-selling author
- Bill Brock '49 - Former Senator and Secretary of Labor
- James Killian '21 - Former President of MIT
- Ralph McGill '17 - Pulitzer Prize winning editor of the Atlanta Constitution
- Zach Wamp '76 - Current member of the House of Representatives
- Carroll Campbell '58 - Former Governor of South Carolina
- John M. Belk '39 - President of Belk Department Stores Inc.
- Olin Mills II '48 - Chairman of the Board, Olan Mills Inc.
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