Northfield Mount Hermon (2023-24 Profile)

5.00 (15 reviews)

Tel: (413) 498-3227

One Lamplighter Way
Mount Hermon, MA 01354

www.nmhschool.org

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Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #1 - NMH is a coed boarding school serving 650 students in grades 9-12. We also offer a postgraduate year. Our wooded campus borders the Connecticut River in western Massachusetts, and in this beautiful setting, we challenge young people to think hard, work hard, discover new talents, and hone the ones they already possess.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #2 - Our Partnership of 12 ensures that at least a dozen adults - advisors, teachers, coaches, dorm parents - have got your back. They're your own personal support network, helping you figure out and work toward your individual goals. We take on community issues, too, in small-group conversations about health and wellness, diversity and social justice, and other important topics.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #3 - If you're like most of our students, youll find that the best way to balance our intense academics is by embracing all sorts of other experiences. With 67 sports teams, 60 arts performances, and scores of clubs, organizations and volunteer activities, it's an experience of self-discovery, happening within a incredibly dynamic community.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #4 - With students from 58 countries and 29 states, NMH students have diverse backgrounds, and are treated as an individuals, with their own unique combination of talents, passions, and ambitions. They are reminded that individuality is meaningless without community, and that membership in a community comes with the responsibility to be informed and engaged.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #5 - The arts curriculum at NMH is expansive: dance, music, theater, and, in the visual arts department, painting, drawing, ceramics, digital design, photography, and video. We emphasize the creative process as much as the final product or production. We're all about deepening your understanding of inspiration and context. Helping you acquire critical-thinking skills. Translating concepts into myriad forms of expression.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #6 - Students can work on the farm located right on the NMH campus. Many of the vegetables grown there end up on students' plates at mealtime. We also make maple syrup and ice cream on the NMH farm.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #7 - The intense, immersive learning that NMH offers is a chance to go further. And do more. It starts in small classes with some of the most dedicated and horizon-broadening teachers you'll ever meet. From there, things exponentially expand. Borders start to break down: between math and science, social justice and sustainability, the campus community and the world at large.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #8 - Every student here - through 67 interscholastic teams, 20 varsity sports, and an extensive outdoor education program - is encouraged to think of athletics as yet another arena in which they can challenge themselves to dig deeper and aim higher. And they're more than just skilled athletes. Our students are good sports and great teammates.

Northfield Mount Hermon Photo #9 - Our distinctive College-Model Academic Program (CMAP) is centered around 80-minute class periods that are longer than those in a typical high school class. So students explore each subject in greater depth and spend more time with their teachers. Students take three major courses each semester - six per year, which is one more than at schools with traditional schedules.

Northfield Mount Hermon is a co-educational, secular boarding and day school serving 650 students in grades 9 through 12, plus a postgraduate year.

We offer an advanced educational experience that empowers students as they discover and follow their passions and find their purpose as part of an inclusive, diverse community.

At NMH, students learn with passion, act with humanity, and lead with intention, as they find purpose in their potential.

Northfield Mount Hermon is located on a serene, wooded 1,320-acre campus in Massachusetts` Connecticut River Valley.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 645 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,647
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $48,302
Acceptance rate: 31%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Northfield Mount Hermon ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 289 schools) for:

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2023 School Data

Northfield Mount Hermon

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1879

1906

Campus Size

1353 acres

130 acres

Student Body

Enrollment

645 students

314 students

% Students of Color

25%

% International Students

25%

20%

% Students Boarding

85%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

13 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

6:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

66%

71%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$139 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$72,647
(Additional boarding student fees $3599. International additional boarding student fees $6944.)

$63,120

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$48,302
(Additional day student fees $3797)

$35,700

Summer Program Cost

$9,300
(Day student summer session cost is $3,950)

% Students on Financial Aid

35%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$55,790
(average grant for day students is $30,716)

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

73%

Acceptance Rate

31%

60%

Director of Admissions

Claude Anderson

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP 3-D Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chemistry B, AP Chinese Language, AP Computer Science, AP Drawing, AP Economics, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French Language, AP Latin: Vergil, AP Modern European History, AP Music Theory and Harmony, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP Two-Dimensional Design, AP U.S. History, Culture and Civilization

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Aerial Photography and Videography Club, Amnesty International, an Asian American advocacy group, Anglers Club, Animal Activist Club, Asian American Students Association, Atheist/Secular Humanist Students Association, Breakaway, Cancer Support Team, Chinese Student Association, Circle of Sisters, Debate Society, End the Silence of Relationship Violence Advocacy Group, Found Threads, Gemini (yearbook), Gender Sexuality Alliance, Getting Ahead of Global Epidemics, Green Cup Challenge, Interfaith Student Council, Investment Club, Jewish Students Alliance, Korean Student Association, Mandala (arts and literary magazine), Math Team, Me to We Club, Mindfulness Meditation, Model United Nations, Muslim Students Association, Nature-Centered Beliefs Group, NMH Outreach, Operation Happy Birthday, Peer Educators, Pokémon Trainers Association, Quiz Bowl, Room to Read, Science Club, Shark Club, South Asian Student Association, Spanish and Latino/a Students Association (SaLSA), St. Edmund Campion League of Catholic Students, Stream News, Student Alumni Association, Student Congress, Student Diversity Committee, Super Smash Brothers Club, The Bridge (student newspaper), The Brothers, The F Word (feminism), The Girl Effect, The Hermonite (student newspaper), The Prejudice Project, Third-Culture Kid Affinity Group, Vietnamese Student Association, VVar (vegan), WNMH Radio 106.7 FM, Youth Initiative

Arts and Music Programs:
A Cappella Ensembles, Blue Key Society (Admission Tour Guide), Jazz Ensemble, NMH Pianists, NMH Singers, Quiz Bowl, Select Women’s Ensemble, Senior and Junior Dance Companies, Soapbox, Society for the Study of Political Ideologies (SSPI), Theater Program, Writers Forum

College Matriculation

Year: 2015 - 2018

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

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Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

Northfield Mount Hermon is a co-educational, secular boarding day school serving 650 students in grades 9 through 12, plus a postgraduate year. We are located on a serene, wooded 1,320-acre campus in Massachusetts` Connecticut River Valley.
At NMH, students learn with passion, act with humanity, and lead with intention, as they find purpose in their potential. We provide an advanced educational experience that supports students as they discover and follow their passions in an inclusive, global community. Students come from almost 60 countries, and 25% of domestic students are students of color.
NMH`s distinctive College-Model Academic Program (CMAP) allows students to explore subjects in greater depth and develop deeper relationships with their teachers. NMH`s average class size is 13 students, and our student-teacher ratio is 6 to 1. The NMH Advanced Program curriculum goes beyond typical AP courses, allowing students to take on college-level work and apply their learning using real-world skills and project-based assessments.
NMH balances a challenging, innovative college-preparatory curriculum with extensive opportunities in international studies, athletics, the arts, and service. It`s an academic culture that prioritizes participatory, experiential learning; thoughtful exploration; and multi-disciplinary connections. Our curriculum-based campus life program is an immersive experience that connects learning objectives across all aspects of academic and residential life. Every member of our community is expected to engage across differing identities, recognize and challenge biases, and develop world views in a spirit of dialogue, not division.
Each NMH student is surrounded by a network of compassionate adult mentors - advisors, teachers, coaches, and residential staff - who guide them and help them reach sky-high aspirations. This program, which we call Connection 360, connects residential life and advising systems to support each student`s growth.
Northfield Mount Hermon accreditations: TABS, Institute for Independent Education; National Independent Private School Association; New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lawrence Ferlinghetti '37 - Beat-generation poet; co-owner of City Lights Bookstore and publishing house
- Laura Linney ’82 - Academy Award-nominated actress; films include The Savages, The Nanny Diaries, Kinsey, You Can Count on Me
- Uma Thurman ’88 - Academy Award-nominated actress; films include The Producers, Pulp Fiction, Dangerous Liaisons
- S. Prestley Blake ’34 - Cofounder, Friendly Ice Cream
- Amy Domini ’68 - Founder and CEO of Domini Social Investments; creator of the Domini 400 Social Index; author of Socially Responsible Investing and The Challenges of Wealth
- William Rhodes ’53 - President, chairman, and CEO of Citibank, NA; senior vice chairman of Citigroup
- Arn Chorn-Pond ’86 - Founder of Children of War, Peacemakers, and Cambodia Master performers Program; winner of Reebok Human Rights Award
- Kimmie Weeks ’01 - Liberian child rights activist, UN advisor, director of Youth Action International/Peace for Kids
- Dallas Baker ’02 - Wide receiver for University of Florida Gators (winner 2006–07 college football national championship)
- Frank Shorter ’65 - Founding chairman of US Anti-Doping Agency; TV sports commentator; earned gold medal in 1972 Olympic marathon and silver in 1976

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northfield Mount Hermon cost?

Northfield Mount Hermon's tuition is approximately $72,647 for boarding students and $48,302 for day students.

What schools are Northfield Mount Hermon often compared to?

Northfield Mount Hermonis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Academy, Phillips Academy Andover, Choate Rosemary Hall by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Northfield Mount Hermon?

The acceptance rate of Northfield Mount Hermon is 31%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%.

Who are famous alumni from Northfield Mount Hermon?

Northfield Mount Hermon famous alumni include: Lawrence Ferlinghetti '37, Laura Linney ’82, Uma Thurman ’88, S. Prestley Blake ’34, Amy Domini ’68, William Rhodes ’53, Arn Chorn-Pond ’86, Kimmie Weeks ’01, Dallas Baker ’02 and Frank Shorter ’65.

What sports does Northfield Mount Hermon offer?

Northfield Mount Hermon offers 19 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling.

Does Northfield Mount Hermon offer a summer program?

Yes, Northfield Mount Hermon offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Northfield Mount Hermon's ranking?

Northfield Mount Hermon ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Most extracurriculars offered, High # of AP/advanced courses offered and High SSAT scores.

When is the application deadline for Northfield Mount Hermon?

The application deadline for Northfield Mount Hermon is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

Alumni Reviews Review School

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Description

Northfield Mount Hermon Alumni #1
Class of 2019
5.008/6/2019
Colgate

NMH allows students to dive into the community and passions. The college like scheduled of four classes allowed me to seamlessly transition into college academics. Also NMH has a four hour per week work program. . .

Northfield Mount Hermon Alumni #2
Class of 2018
5.0011/3/2018
Lehigh University

Northfield Mount Hermon School helped me become the man I am today.The best thing about NMH was its sense of community. I like to think that I knew almost everyone there, while everyone knew me. . .

Northfield Mount Hermon Alumni #3
Class of 2016
5.0012/4/2016
University of Rochester

This school was different from a lot of other boarding schools in the area because it fostered an environment where everyone wanted everyone else to achieve. Unlike other schools where every student made sure that. . .

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