Miller School of Albemarle (2023-24 Profile)

1000 Samuel Miller Loop
Charlottesville, VA 22903

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #1 - Miller School of Albemarle, a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and post-graduate, opened its doors in 1878 with 33 students. Girls first enrolled in 1884, making it one of the nation`s oldest coeducational boarding schools. The school is situated 12 miles west of Charlottesville on a gently rolling campus of 1600 pristine acres.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #2 - Our nurturing and controlled environment promotes physical and emotional well-being, an understanding of world cultures and values, in a safe environment. MSA`s historical tradition of implementing an approach of "Mind, Hands and Heart" stresses the need to learn how to accomplish ideas and projects in a sincere, heartfelt manner.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #3 - The MSA Endurance team is a nationally recognized high school cycling, mountain biking, and distance running program. The team is a varsity sport and competes in both high school and USA Cycling events throughout the year. In addition the VAHS MTB Series, the team competes in USA Cycling road races, criteriums, and Virginia Off-Road Series races on weekends.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #4 - The Applied Engineering Program at MSA is designed to inspire and promote curiosity in this diverse field while exposing students to various disciplines from traditional engineering fields to more modern engineering fields. Students participate in engineering based cocurriculars, field trips, competitions, and building projects to develop their portfolio.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #5 - The Miller School of Albemarle athletic program embodies the spirit of the School`s mission by educating the mind, hands, and heart through healthy and balanced athletic competition and team membership. For well over a century, MSA student-athletes have competed with integrity, determination, and spirit, leading teams that honor the traditions and high standards of our institution in each athletic endeavor.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #6 - Sustainable Agriculture is an in-depth and interdisciplinary class that provides students an opportunity to study a wide range of farming principles and practices. Returning to MSA`s agricultural roots, students study organic, no-till gardening, animal husbandry, hydroponics, and permaculture in a mission-focused and hands-on course. MSA`s 1,600-acre campus becomes a laboratory where students learn and experiment.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #7 - The baseball program places emphasis on developing the mind, making informed baseball decisions, the hands, the physical skills of throwing, catching, hitting, fielding, and running, and the heart, inspiring players to play with passion, confidence, commitment, and integrity. While each of these is important on its own, when fostered together, they enable the game of baseball to be played well.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #8 - MSA`s senior art students are consistently accepted to the top art and design schools. Acceptances over the past two years have included institutions such as Parsons (NYC), Fashion Institute of Technology (NYC), Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond, VA), Savannah College of the Arts & Design, Rhode Island School of Design, and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo #9 - Explore methods ranging from traditional film photography and darkroom processes to innovative digital techniques. Study the history and application of the photographic process while embracing contemporary practices. MSA offers four levels of photography to challenge and inspire everyone from beginners to the most advanced student photographers.

Miller School of Albemarle is a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and PG.

We have a 7 to 1 student-faculty ratio, a student population of approximately 215, and an average class size of 12 students.

We create opportunities for discovery and reflection by engaging the minds, hands, and hearts of our students.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

Grades: (Boarding) 8-12, PG
Enrollment: 215 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $51,975
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $24,674
Acceptance rate: 65%
Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2023 School Data

Miller School of Albemarle

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

8-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1878

1906

Campus Size

1600 acres

130 acres

Student Body

Enrollment

215 students

314 students

% Students of Color

20%

25%

% International Students

30%

20%

% Students Boarding

45%

70%

Average SAT Score

1194

* National Avg. »View

SAT range (25th-75th percentile)

1150 - 1310

Average ACT score

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

70%

71%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$20 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$51,975

$63,120

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$24,674

$35,700

Tuition international students

$57,680

$54,500

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$44,100

$44,900

% Students on Financial Aid

46%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$26,400
($26,400/boarding students, $12,600/day students)

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

Feb. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Acceptance Rate

65%

60%

Director of Admissions

Sam Hale
Kane Kashouty

Associate Director of Admissions

Sydney Thomas

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, Government, Human Geography, Physics I, Physics II, Statistics, US History, World History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Debate Club, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council, Engineering, Gardening Club, Honor Board, Lunar Colonization, National Honor Society, National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, Student Government Association

Arts and Music Programs:
Drama and Theatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adventure Club (Rock Climbing and Winter Sports), Skateboarding

College Matriculation

Year: 2013 - 2015

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Virginia Tech

University of Mary Washington

James Madison University

Pennsylvania State University

Boston University

University of Virginia

Hampden-Sydney College

University of California - Irvine

Syracuse University

Washington and Lee University

Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

Miller School of Albemarle is a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and PG. We have a 6 to 1 student-faculty ratio, a student population of approximately 215, and an average class size of 12 students. We create opportunities for discovery and reflection by engaging the minds, hands, and hearts of our students.
Our Student Success Center develops individual success plans for each of our students and helps support their academic endeavors, whether that be support in specific courses or assignments, enrichment, study skills classes, assistance in obtaining internships or mentorships, college counseling, and everything in between. This environment, where class sizes are kept small and personal attention is readily available, allows students to thrive.
Several AP and DE classes are available for qualified students. We offer many unique courses, including Sustainable Agriculture, Land Management, Design/Build, Engineering, and more.
In addition to a healthy variety of academic courses, the Miller School of Albemarle offers a wide range of athletic programs, including baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, disc-golf, volleyball, strength and conditioning, and more. Our 1,600-acre campus at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains allows our Endurance team to practice mountain biking, cross-country, and road cycling just steps away from our main buildings.
Please reach out to a member of our Admissions Office for more information and to schedule a tour. There is no better way to get a true feeling for our program than to visit in person and take a tour. After doing so, you'll realize what makes Miller such a rewarding, meaningful, and valuable experience. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our website at www.millerschoolofalbemarle.org.
Miller School of Albemarle accreditations: VAIS, NAIS

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Miller School of Albemarle cost?

Miller School of Albemarle's tuition is approximately $51,975 for boarding students and $24,674 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Miller School of Albemarle?

The acceptance rate of Miller School of Albemarle is 65%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.

What sports does Miller School of Albemarle offer?

Miller School of Albemarle offers 16 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Miller School of Albemarle?

The application deadline for Miller School of Albemarle is Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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