Founded in 1898 - one of the first girls` boarding school in Massachusetts - Miss Hall`s School is recognized internationally for its experiential leadership curriculum, service and internship programs, and inclusive global community.
Miss Hall`s is committed to its mission of inspiring and encouraging each girl to pursue the highest standards of learning and character; to contribute boldly and creatively to the common good; and to seek a purposeful life based on honor, respect, growth, and personal authenticity.
Guided by this mission and sharpened by daily practice, Miss Hall`s continuously reimagines girl-centered education to foster a pioneering intellectual spirit and authentic engagement among students and adults.
Located in the Berkshires, the School currently enrolls 200 students in grades 9-12, with students from 22 countries and 12 states living and learning together as global citizens.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $75,650
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $45,770
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events and News
- Virtual Event - Wed., October 15, 2025 7:00pm (EDT) - get more information!
- Open House - Sat., November 01, 2025 - get more information!
- Virtual Event - Wed., November 12, 2025 7:00pm (EST) - get more information!
- Tour - Sat., November 15, 2025 - get more information!
- Virtual Event - Wed., December 03, 2025 7:00pm (EST) - get more information!
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- Welcome, Dean B! - 09/09/2025We are excited to welcome Nyika (Nikki) Buccello to the Miss Hall's Leadership Team as our new Dean of Student Life. "My most cherished time on any campus occurs while ...moreengaging with students," notes Nikki, who began her new role July 1. "Students are at the heart of every decision I make. Each student is reachable, teachable, and worthy." We couldn't have said it better! hide
- All Four One: How an innovative model contributes to the holistic student experience at MHS - 09/09/2025While other schools have multiple deans, Miss Hall's has designed a next-generation model for these four positions - Deans of Teaching & Learning, of Student Life, of and of Wellness ...more- where they continually overlap and inform each other to better serve students through the complexity and individuality of today's challenges. The highly collective, intricately connected power of the four deans is in recognizing and honoring the whole student. hide
- Commencement: Celebrating the Class of 2025! - 06/17/2025Forty-eight bold and creative contributors to the common good graduated on Sunday, June 1, during the School's 127th Commencement. This year's Commencement Remarks were delivered by Kate Schrauth, Executive Director ...moreof iCouldBe, a leading virtual mentoring program working to support young people as they navigate high school and plan for future educational opportunities and careers. hide
Top Rankings
Miss Hall's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Learning Difference Programs
Various learning differences supported through our Academic Skills Center
n/a
Year Founded
1898
1907
Campus Size
90 acres
125 acres
Colors
Blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026
Student Body
Enrollment
200 students
315 students
% Students of Color
35%
27%
% International Students
31%
21%
% Students Boarding
71%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
19
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
81%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$25.9 million
(as of June 30, 2024)
(as of June 30, 2024)
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$75,650
(Financial aid available. See personalized tuition calculator at www.misshalls.org)
(Financial aid available. See personalized tuition calculator at www.misshalls.org)
$68,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$45,770
(Financial aid available. See personalized tuition calculator at www.misshalls.org)
(Financial aid available. See personalized tuition calculator at www.misshalls.org)
$37,600
Tuition international students
$79,000
$59,000
% Students on Financial Aid
70%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$28,000
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
David Hopkins
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
19
18
Courses
Hallmark Computer Science: Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningHallmark English: Craft & Creative Writing
Hallmark English: Ethics and Style in Nonfiction WritingHallmark English: Feminist Literature & Theory
Hallmark Expressive Arts: Art IntensiveHallmark Expressive Arts: Senior Capstone Recital/Performance/Art Show
Hallmark History: Communism in Global HistoryHallmark History: Social Movements of the 20th Century
Hallmark History: Women's HistoryHallmark Language: French
Hallmark Language: LatinHallmark Language: Spanish
Hallmark Math: Calculus IHallmark Math: Calculus II
Hallmark Math: StatisticsHallmark Science: Anatomy & Physiology
Hallmark Science: BiotechnologyHallmark Science: Chemistry
Hallmark Science: Environmental Science
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
12
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
50
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Admissions AmbassadorsAll Pets Club
Asian Affinity GroupAthletic Association
AV ClubBlack Student Union
Criminology ClubCrochet & Knitting Club
Crypted 001Debate Club
Digital Design ClubDiversity Coalition
Economy ClubEntomology Club
EssenceFashion Club
Final FrontierHatch/Hatchery 2.0
Interfaith Affinity GroupInternational Student Alliance
Jewish Affinity GroupJudicial Committee
LatinX Affinity GroupMath Club
Miss Hall's MedicalMusic Club
ONBEAT ClubPoetry Club
ReAD ClubScience Club
Social CommitteeSongwriting Club
Spectrum - LGBTQStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Year: 2022 - 2025
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Boston University
5
New York University
5
University of Massachusetts (Amherst)
5
Cornell University
4
Emory University
4
University of California (Davis)
4
Villanova University
4
Boston College
2
Harvard
2
University of Michigan
2
School Notes
- Our program intentionally builds the intellect, skills, and mindset that empower young women to contribute boldly and creatively to an evolving global society, while preparing them to pursue higher levels of education and lifelong learning. Miss Hall`s has moved beyond the College Board`s AP curriculum in order to align more closely with our mission and strategic priorities. We have designed "Hallmark" courses to allow for more personalized, in-depth, and sustained inquiry at the highest level available in our school. Hallmark classes provide in-depth, demanding coursework that serves students who are seeking to examine and understand a subject above and beyond our standard college preparatory curriculum. Students can challenge themselves with our most personalized and rigorous course offerings in each subject. Most Hallmark courses culminate in a creative, public presentation of learning. Hallmark courses foster intellectual curiosity and allow our students to engage with the world through critical discourse as well as provide opportunities for deep investigation and thematic study.
- For 30 years, our experiential service-learning program, Horizons, has been embedded in the academic life of Miss Hall`s and serves as a bridge from the classroom to the real world. Every Wednesday morning, all students take part in on- and off-campus curriculum, volunteering, internships, and projects. Evolving sequentially thoughout grade levels, Horizons allows MHS students to explore passions and career interests, all while connecting to the community. Workshops on campus allow for futher learning and student growth through topic-based development sessions, student-led projects and personal reflection. Juniors and Seniors participate in yearlong professional internships or individualized projects tailored to their interests, in partnership with local community organizations and businesses.
- LD types supported: Various learning differences supported through our Academic Skills Center
- Miss Hall's School accreditations: New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC), The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Association of Secondary Schools in New England (AISNE), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) , National Coalition of Girls' Schools, Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISAP), National Coalition of Girls' Schools (NCGS)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lucy Adams Billings '66 - New York State Supreme Court Justice
- Barbara Cooperman '73 - Executive VP, Market Communications and Corporate Relations, Elsevier
- Jean Erdman '34 - An influential figure in the world of modern dance and part of the Martha Graham Dance Company; was on the faculty of Columbia University and New York University; was the wife of mythologist Joseph Campbell until his death in 1987.
- Paula Leuchs Moats '72 - Senior VP, Laconia Capital Corporation
- Susan O'Day '77 - Exec VP: Enterprise Technology/CIO, Walt Disney Co
- Molly Shepard '64 - President and CEO, The Leader's Edge
- Stacey Sotirhos '89 - Instructional Support Specialist, New York City Board of Education
- Kari Steinert '85 - Big Foote Music, composer and musician for commercials and films
- Dian Adams Toland '72 - Project Director of Construction and Restoration, The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation
- Catherine Foster '95 - Architect, Pei Cobb Freed + Partners
- School Motto: Meus Honor Stat
- School Mascot: Hurricane
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Miss Hall's School cost?
Miss Hall's School's tuition is approximately $75,650 for boarding students and $45,770 for day students.
What schools are Miss Hall's School often compared to?
Miss Hall's Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miss Porter's School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Miss Hall's School?
Miss Hall's School famous alumni include: Lucy Adams Billings '66, Barbara Cooperman '73, Jean Erdman '34, Paula Leuchs Moats '72, Susan O'Day '77, Molly Shepard '64, Stacey Sotirhos '89, Kari Steinert '85, Dian Adams Toland '72 and Catherine Foster '95.
What sports does Miss Hall's School offer?
Miss Hall's School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country Running, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Miss Hall's School's ranking?
Miss Hall's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.
When is the application deadline for Miss Hall's School?
The application deadline for Miss Hall's School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Hallmark courses are pretty unique. They were created in my senior year and are meant to be a sort of intellectual substitute for AP courses. I say intellectual because I don't think they give college. . .
Miss Hall’s offers a liberal-minded curriculum with incredible teachers. Many of the course offerings deviate from a traditional high school curriculum and focus on more abstract concepts. The horizons program is vital in both the. . .
One unique aspect of Miss Hall's is the horizons program. Freshman year, students stay on campus to participate in class bonding activities and learn interpersonal skills and social awareness. By senior year, students participate in. . .
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