New England Innovation Academy (NEIA) is a day and boarding school for grades 6-12 where students learn by doing and prepare for college and beyond.
Set on a stunning 26-acre campus in Marlborough, Massachusetts, we meet students where they are to encourage creativity, courage, leadership, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
By emphasizing student well-being, and by prioritizing learning over grades, NEIA guides students on the most remarkable, most exciting journey of their lives: their education. For more information, visit www.neiacademy.org.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 6-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,856
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $46,856
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- World of 8 Billion Finalists - 06/23/2023Major applause for our 11th graders, Catherine, Aaron, & Lee! They`ve achieved the significant honor of being global finalists in the World of 8 Billion video contest.
- Gold Key Scholastic Art & Writing Award Winner - 06/23/2023Congratulations to Kexin "Lee" Z., an 11th-grade founding innovator, on being named a Scholastic Art & Writing Gold Key Award winner!
- Innovators take home first place at BioTrek championship - 06/13/202311th graders impressed a panel of experts with their knowledge of biofabrication, stem cells, and pluripoint cells in their presentation on producing airway supports for babies with tracheomalacia.
- Grade 11 Pitch Biomanufacturing Solutions to Industry Professionals - 02/03/2023In our upper school science program, grade 11 students completed a four-week intensive project on biomanufacturing by presenting a business pitch to industry professionals.The pitches were a culmination of Advanced ...moreRegenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI)`s sponsored high school program: BioTrek. Real world experiences! hide
- NEIA featured on CBS Series “America ByDesign” - 02/03/2023New England Innovation Academy (NEIA), will be featured in the December 10th episode of America ByDesign Season 3 on CBS News Streaming Network. NEIA has quickly gained recognition for its ...moreinnovative, design-focused, and entrepreneurial curriculum. Founded by a group of interdisciplinary educators, NEIA prepares students to shape the world through innovation, entrepreneurship and human-centered design. hide
Top Rankings
New England Innovation Academy ranks among the top 10 schools with < 200 students (out of 90 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
6-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
2020
1907
Campus Size
26 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
110 students
310 students
% Students of Color
40%
25%
% International Students
10%
20%
% Students Boarding
26%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
81%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$68,856
(2023-2024 academic year rates for residential students are $64,446 for grades 6-8 and $68,856 for grades 9-12. Please note: 2024-2025 rates will be published in February. )
(2023-2024 academic year rates for residential students are $64,446 for grades 6-8 and $68,856 for grades 9-12. Please note: 2024-2025 rates will be published in February. )
$64,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$46,856
(2023-2024 academic year for day students are $42,446 for grades 6-8 and $46,856 for grades 9-12. Please note: 2024-2025 rates will be published in February. )
(2023-2024 academic year for day students are $42,446 for grades 6-8 and $46,856 for grades 9-12. Please note: 2024-2025 rates will be published in February. )
$35,000
% Students on Financial Aid
50%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$25,000
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Feb. 1
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
50%
60%
Director of Admissions
Katie Luellen
Devin Worthington
Devin Worthington
Associate Director of Admissions
Brynn Stevens
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
11
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
18
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Debate Club, Engineering, Esports, Game Development Club, Gardening Club, Publications, Robotics Team, Service Learning Club, Winter Sports
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Club, Technical Theater, Theatre, Visual Arts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness, Martial Arts, Ski Club, Taekwondo, Volleyball Club
Debate Club, Engineering, Esports, Game Development Club, Gardening Club, Publications, Robotics Team, Service Learning Club, Winter Sports
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Club, Technical Theater, Theatre, Visual Arts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness, Martial Arts, Ski Club, Taekwondo, Volleyball Club
School Notes
- In the face of profound global challenges, NEIA is reimagining education to empower students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset they need to drive positive change.
- Our holistic approach to integrated academics and hands-on learning experiences creates an enriching environment. Our curriculum is comprehensive and explorative, from humanities to science to our cutting-edge Innovation Studio. Wherever your child's interests lie, NEIA provides limitless opportunities for them to find and develop passions. We also offer a full and lively student life program, complete with athletics, explorations, and excursions. A few of our real-world partners: Babson College, MIT, and Harvard Student Agencies, and more!
- We are an official candidate for accreditation through NEASC.
- As of Fall 2023, we are now approved to write student visas! International applicants are encouraged to apply!
- New England Innovation Academy accreditations: NEAS&C Candidate
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does New England Innovation Academy cost?
New England Innovation Academy's tuition is approximately $68,856 for boarding students and $46,856 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of New England Innovation Academy?
The acceptance rate of New England Innovation Academy is 50%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%. New England Innovation Academy's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
What sports does New England Innovation Academy offer?
New England Innovation Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does New England Innovation Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, New England Innovation Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is New England Innovation Academy's ranking?
New England Innovation Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for New England Innovation Academy?
The application deadline for New England Innovation Academy is Feb. 1.
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