Tilton School vs. Brewster Academy
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School Overview
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Brewster Academy ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 97 schools) for:
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School History
Overview
Founded in 1845, Tilton School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school serving students from 9th to 12th grade and postgraduates.
We have 220 students consisting of day and boarding from 19 states and 16 countries.
With a small student body and dedicated staff, we are focused on helping every student realize the power of his or her own potential.
We believe that students who are able to effectively communicate, collaborate, think critically and creatively, and engage with mindfulness and compassion are better prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. To do this, Tilton School provides students with a uniquely customized learning process that uses authentic assessments of skills, interests, and learning style preferences to help them create their own Personalized Guided Program of Study for their journey at Tilton.
Brewster Academy is a flourishing, innovative secondary school in one of the most picturesque areas of New England on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee and a short drive from the majestic White Mountains yet less than two hours from Boston.
The campus sits along a mile of shoreline with 20 dormitories and attached faculty residences that provide a strong on-campus adult and family presence to this quintessential boarding school community.
Campus is just steps away from a vibrant downtown with cafes, restaurants, and shops.
An imposing academic building dominates the center of campus and a 50,000 square-foot athletics facility is nestled into the hillside, overlooking the playing fields, the lake, and the mountains.
A recently renovated performing arts center is a hub for talent and all-school gatherings.
Take a look for yourself here: http://www.brewsteracademy.org or plan a visit to experience the beauty and community of Brewster.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12, PG
9-12, PG
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1845
1820
Campus Size
146 acres
80 acres
Students Body
Enrollment
220
350
% Students of Color
15%
14%
% International Students
20%
22%
% Students Boarding
75%
85%
Average SAT Score
1160
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Average ACT score
21
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Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
Yes
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Yes
Frequency of Saturday Classes
weekly
Bi-Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
12
11
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
6:1
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
15
15
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
54%
57%
Summer Program Offered
No
No
Finances
Endowment Size
$16 million
$26 million
Tuition (Boarding Students)
$66,925
$77,700
Tuition (Day Students)
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$43,000
Tuition (5 Day Boarding)
$58,925
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Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$30,000
$35,250
Merit Scholarships Offered
$1
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Admission
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Dec. 19 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Accepts Standardized Application
Yes
Yes
SSAT Required
Yes
No
Acceptance Rate
52%
50%
Director of Admissions
Candace Landroche
Nick Wilbur
Associate Director of Admissions
Robin Dunbar
Alice Mann
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
15
15
Sport
Total Sports Offered
15
16
Sports
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCross Country
CyclingField Hockey
FootballGolf
Ice HockeyLacrosse
Mountain BikingSnowboarding
SoccerSoftball
Tennis
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballClimbing
CrewCross Country
Field HockeyGolf
Ice HockeyLacrosse
Mountain BikingSailing
SnowboardingSoccer
SoftballTennis
Extracurricular
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
22
18
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Black Student UnionCommunity Service
Dorm ProctorsEntrepreneurship Club
Health and Wellness CommitteeLiterary Magazine
National Honor SocietyOutdoor Club
Peer CounselorsPeer Tutoring
Student AmbassadorsStudent Government
Sustainability ClubTA Program
World Community PartnersYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts FestivalStudio Arts
Theater Productions
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Club HockeyRecreational Skiing
Strength and Conditioning Pogram
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Brewster Big FriendsCeridwen (Writing Club)
Diversity ClubInstructional Golf
Robotics TeamSalmagundy (newspaper)
Tour Guides (admissions)
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Media GroupCappies
Computer GraphicsDance Team
The Blue and White (Yearbook)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Advanced Strength TrainingConditioning
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)High & Low Ropes Course
Performing Arts ClubYoga