Shattuck-St. Mary's School
- Shattuck-St. Mary's School (SSM) is a co-educational college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 6 through 12 and post-graduate students.
- Founded in 1858, SSM is one of the oldest college preparatory schools in the Midwest.SSM is located in Faribault, Minnesota 45 minutes south of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul and the MSP International Airport. Our 250-acre (101 hectare) campus serves students from across the United States and around the world.
- In addition to a solid foundation of challenging academics, we offer opportunities for students to discover new passions and talents through our ScholarShift program.
- Interested in learning more? Visit our website to submit an inquiry and hear from our admissions team!
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- Augsburg College There are so many things that set SSM apart from any other school. SSM is, to my knowledge, one of very few boarding schools in the west, and the boarding schools that are in the. . .
- DePaul University The most unique aspects of Shattuck-St. Mary's School are the relationships. I only graduated a few months ago, and I am already nostalgic for the close relationships which I formed over the years.. . .
- St. Lawrence One of the best parts about Shattuck is the volunteer work that we do. While it is required, fulfilling those hours is never an issue because the faculty provide so many options that are not. . .
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| Definition of Terms | 2019 School Data | Shattuck-St. Mary's | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 7-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1858 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 250 acres | 104 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 449 students | 320 students |
| % Students of Color | 41% | 23% |
| % International Students | 29% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 77% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (SSM polo and khaki pants) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 16 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $52,750 | $57,300 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $31,250 |
| Tuition international students | $55,300 | $50,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Director of Admissions | Andrew Garlinski | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 16 | 18 |
| Courses | Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, French Language, Government and Politics, Latin: Vergil, Microeconomics, Physics C, Psychology, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 13 | 16 |
| Sports | Basketball, Dance, Drill Team, Figure Skating, Golf, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Intramural Sports Only, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 17 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Arch Dance Company, Crack Squad, EDPA (Empowering Differences Promoting Awareness), Gold Key Club, Mock Trial, Players Theatre Troupe, Quiz Bowl, Student Government, The Spectator (student newspaper), Wooden Soldiers, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Chamber Orchestra, Middle & Upper School Choirs, Theater Arts, Visual Arts (painting, drawing, ceramics, photography), weCreate (makerspace with various studios), Wind Ensemble | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2008 - 2012 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | 17 | |
| University of Wisconsin - Madison | 13 | |
| Boston College | 8 | |
| University of Illinois - Urbana/Champaign | 8 | |
| University of Washington | 8 | |
| University of Rochester (NY) | 7 | |
| University of St. Thomas (MN) | 7 | |
| Boston University (MA) | 6 | |
| Pennsylvania State University | 6 | |
| University of Minnesota - Duluth | 6 | |
School Notes
- For students interested in one of our Centers of Excellence, please explore our website and submit a Center-specific inquiry at https://www.s-sm.org/admissions/how-to-apply/.
- LD types supported: Mild to moderate learning disabilities and/or ADHD and average to above average cognitive abilities
- Shattuck-St. Mary's School accreditations: NAIS, ISACS, NAES
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