New Hampton School is a learning environment where happiness matters.
Our community celebrates students as individuals and independent thinkers, game-changers and global citizens, athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs.
Here, they feel wholly welcomed, creatively inspired, motivated by empathy, and empowered by choice.
Peers from 30 countries engage with, encourage, and honor one another.
With distinctive opportunities such as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, Project Week, Apple Distinguished School resources, experiential learning, exceptional athletics, stunning geography, and a challenging, individualized curriculum, students and faculty connect in an inclusive and innovative educational experience.
At New Hampton School, a healthy, balanced and confident student body is at the heart of an excellent education.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $74,500
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
New Hampton School ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 98 schools) for:
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1821
1907
Campus Size
350 acres
125 acres
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
340 students
319 students
% Students of Color
16%
27%
% International Students
21%
21%
% Students Boarding
75%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Less than once a month
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
12
18
Number of IB Courses Offered
37
-
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
60%
72%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$34 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$74,500
$66,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,500
% Students on Financial Aid
45%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$27,000
$25,000
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
50%
64%
Director of Admissions
Michelle Cote
Associate Director of Admissions
Michelle Cote
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
12
18
Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP English Language & Composition, AP Psychology, AP Statistics
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
18
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
23
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Debate Club, Greenhouse Interns, LGBQT, Literary magazine, Math Club, Model United Nations, Outing Club, Proctor Program, Robotics, Student Activities Council, Student Government, Sustainability Club, Tour Guides, Women's Leadership Group, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art in the Afternoon, Dance Club, Husky TV, Literary Magazine, Technical Theatre Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness Club, Recreational Skiing, Recreational Tennis
Debate Club, Greenhouse Interns, LGBQT, Literary magazine, Math Club, Model United Nations, Outing Club, Proctor Program, Robotics, Student Activities Council, Student Government, Sustainability Club, Tour Guides, Women's Leadership Group, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art in the Afternoon, Dance Club, Husky TV, Literary Magazine, Technical Theatre Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness Club, Recreational Skiing, Recreational Tennis
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- School Mascot: Husky
- The School offers a globally focused education to young men and women from across the country and around the world.
- Over 90% of faculty live on campus with their families.
- An intentional curriculum cultivates global citizens with over 32 different countries represented in the student body.
- The first New England Boarding School to offer the International Baccalaureate Program, the School`s rigorous college preparatory curriculum is rooted in personal exploration, civic engagement, and global awareness.
- It balances the rigor of IB with a highly regarded Academic Support Program.
- Students take advantage of outstanding facilities in the arts, the sciences, and athletics; a wide range of opportunities for service and hands-on experience; and a talented faculty committed to holistic development.
- Located in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire within two hours of Boston, and near the magnificent White Mountains, the school is ideally situated to help students explore issues of environmental sustainability.
- The school is known as an innovator in technology integration and supports a comprehensive Apple Distinguished iPad Program.
- Students benefit from a experiential Project Week each spring.
- Alumni of New Hampton School matriculate to competitive colleges and universities and go on to take leadership roles in politics and culture, business and finance, science and medicine, education and philanthropy, or wherever their dreams and talents take them.
- New Hampton School accreditations: The National Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Boarding Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Cayla Barnes '17 - Member of the United States Women's Hockey Team and Olympic Gold Medalist at the 2018 Winter Olympics.
- Dempsey Arsenault '15 - Member of Brave, one of the three teams associated with the Women's Professional Lacrosse League.
- Ed Cooley '88 - Head coach of Mens basketball at Providence College.
- Wes Miller '01 - Head coach of Mens basketball at UNC Greensboro.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does New Hampton School cost?
New Hampton School's tuition is approximately $74,500 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of New Hampton School?
The acceptance rate of New Hampton School is 50%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from New Hampton School?
New Hampton School famous alumni include: Cayla Barnes '17, Dempsey Arsenault '15, Ed Cooley '88 and Wes Miller '01.
What sports does New Hampton School offer?
New Hampton School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball and Tennis.
Does New Hampton School offer a summer program?
Yes, New Hampton School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is New Hampton School's ranking?
New Hampton School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low student:teacher ratio and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for New Hampton School?
The application deadline for New Hampton School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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