Miss Hall's School (2025 Profile)

5.00 (6 reviews)

Tel: (413) 499-1300

492 Holmes Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

www.misshalls.org

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Miss Hall's School Photo #2 - Wednesdays are for Horizons at MHS. Ninth grade students immerse themselves in on-campus workshops and projects that prepare them for future Horizons work. Sophomores, juniors and seniors spend the morning volunteering or immersed in professional internships around the Berkshire community or leading on-campus, independent projects that shape the world around them.

Miss Hall's School Photo #3 - At MHS, we believe the arts are an intrinsic part of the human experience, and we take full advantage of opportunities in the cultural center that is the Berkshires. Students experiment with new forms of creativity, gain respect for artistic tradition, and find their artistic voice.

Miss Hall's School Photo #4 - The MHS graduate is a thinker, a creator and a contributor to the common good. She is a global citizen, a self-aware, resilient, and courageous participant in a multicultural society. Empowered by skills and knowledge, the MHS graduate is able to solve problems with intellect and creativity while embracing a spirit of exploration and curiosity.

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 205 students in grades 9-12, with students from 23 countries and 11 states living and learning together as global citizens.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 205 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

Open House - Sat., November 01, 2025 - get more information!

Wellness Week: New Partnerships and Expanded Offerings - 05/01/2025
Wellness Week features wellness-themed workshops designed to encourage students to think holistically about their physical and mental wellbeing - now and in the future. This year featured screen-time and hydration ...morechallenges, opportunities for conversations about health and wellness, and time for active movement, including walks exploring the wonders of our 80-acre campus.New this year were complimentary goodie bags with Poppi soda, LMNT Electrolyte Packs, and other treats! hide

Top Rankings

Miss Hall's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2024 School Data

Miss Hall's School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

All-girls

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Various learning differences supported through our Academic Skills Center

n/a

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1898

1907

Campus Size

90 acres

125 acres

Colors

Blue, Gold

First Day of School

Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Last Day of School

Sun. May 31, 2026

Student Body

Enrollment

205 students

319 students

% Students of Color

35%

27%

% International Students

38%

21%

% Students Boarding

70%

67%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

12 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

6:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

80%

72%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$25.9 million
(as of June 30, 2024)

$30 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$75,650
(Financial aid available. See personalized tuition calculator at www.misshalls.org)

$66,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$45,770
(Financial aid available. See personalized tuition calculator at www.misshalls.org)

$35,500

Tuition international students

$79,000

$58,300

% Students on Financial Aid

70%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Admissions

Application Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

Director of Admissions

David Hopkins

Application URL

Online Application

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Hallmark Computer Science: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Hallmark English: Craft & Creative Writing, Hallmark English: Ethics and Style in Nonfiction Writing, Hallmark English: Feminist Literature & Theory, Hallmark Expressive Arts: Art Intensive, Hallmark Expressive Arts: Senior Capstone Recital/Performance/Art Show, Hallmark History: Communism in Global History, Hallmark History: Social Movements of the 20th Century, Hallmark History: Women's History, Hallmark Language: French, Hallmark Language: Latin, Hallmark Language: Spanish, Hallmark Math: Calculus I, Hallmark Math: Calculus II, Hallmark Math: Statistics, Hallmark Science: Anatomy & Physiology, Hallmark Science: Biotechnology, Hallmark Science: Chemistry, Hallmark Science: Environmental Science

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country Running, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Admissions Ambassadors, All Pets Club, Anime Club, Art Club, Asian Affinity Group, Athletic Association, AV Club, Chinese Culture Club, Cooking Club, Criminology Club, Crochet & Knitting Club, Crypted 001, Debate Club, Digital Design Club, Diversity Coalition, Economy Club, Entomology Club, Essence, Fashion Club, Final Frontier, Hatch/Hatchery 2.0, Interfaith Affinity Group, International Student Alliance, Jewish Affinity Group, Judicial Committee, LatinX Affinity Group, Math Club, Miss Hall's Medical, Music Club, ONBEAT Club, Poetry Club, ReAD Club, Science Club, Social Committee, Songwriting Club, Spectrum - LGBTQ, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber Ensemble, Grace Notes a Capella Group, Jazz Ensemble, MHS Theater Ensemble, Uke Bank, Vocal Ensemble

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery, Fitness, Hiking, Snowboarding, Step Team, Swimming, Yoga

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Year: 2022 - 2024

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Emory University

New York University

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

Boston University

Cornell University

University of California (Davis)

University of Rochester

University of Vermont

Villanova University

Harvard

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School Notes

School Motto: Meus Honor Stat
School Mascot: Hurricane
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.
Our experiential service-learning program, Horizons, is embedded in the academic life of Miss Hall`s and serves as a bridge from the classroom to the real world. Every Wednesday morning, students are required to take part in on- and off-campus volunteering, internships, and projects, which evolve sequentially throughout grade levels. 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

Source: Verified school update

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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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Miss Hall's School Alumni #1
Class of 2020
5.006/3/2022
Seton Hall University

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 School Alumni #2
Class of 2022
5.004/11/2022
UMass

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. . .

Miss Hall's School Alumni #3
Class of 2021
5.002/5/2021
current student

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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