St. Andrew's-Sewanee School
- St. Andrew's-Sewanee offers small classes, individualized attention, a rigorous college preparatory program and the opportunity to enroll in college courses at the nearby University of the South.
- The scenic, 550-acre campus perched atop the Cumberland Plateau serves both as classroom/laboratory and the setting for a rich array of extracurricular experiences from creative and performing arts and athletics to mountain biking, climbing, and caving.
- The school's Outdoor Adventure and Winterim programs provide students with practical skills and experiences often missing from a traditional college preparatory curriculum.
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- Tulane University While at Sewanee, I spent the majority of my free time hiking with my friends, planning new community service opportunities with my peers, and getting to know myself. This school is like no other in. . .
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill I was a four-year boarding student at SAS and I can't easily express how grateful I am for what I learned and how much I grew during my time there. I will certainly say that. . .
- Davidson College 1)Each student has individual attention with their teachers and guidance counselors and 2)The weekends always full of activities1)The St. Andrew's-Sewanee School community was like a big family. I came from a high school in. . .
- Earlham College SAS is unique in many ways through its history, location, student body, and academic structure. The things that stand out in my mind are the diversity of the students and the closeness of the community. . .
- Schreiner University There are several things that make St. Andrews unique. The classes are small and we hold regular discussions (which I found to be a wonderful way to learn). Teachers and students develop good relationships because. . .
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| Definition of Terms 2017 School Data | St. Andrew's-Sewanee | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 8-12 | 7-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12 | 7-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1868 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 550 acres | 105 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 252 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 23% | 20% |
| % International Students | 17% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 41% | 67% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1105 - 1340 | - |
| Average ACT score | 26 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 132 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $12.9 million | $18 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $46,600 | $54,400 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $19,100 (Middle School Day $18,500) | $30,000 |
| Tuition international students | $49,900 | $48,100 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $40,000 | $39,900 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 53% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | 16435 | $22,844 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 83% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Derek Perkins | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Claire Forbes | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 132 | 17 |
| Courses | Advanced Biology, Advanced Chemistry, Advanced Physics, Calculus, Enrollment at University of the South | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 13 | 15 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 36 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Anime, Art Club, Athletic Trainer, Barbell, Christian Athletes, Climbing, Cum Laude, ECO-SAS, Farming, Fashion, Gender & Sexualities Awareness (GSA), Global & Local Outreach, Great Discussions, History Club, House Program Leadership, Literary Magazine, Math Club, Mind-Body-Exercise, Music Lessons, Outdoor Adventure, Outreach, Proctors, Random Acts of Kindness Club, Robotics Club, Student Vestry, Theatre, Videography, Write Club, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Honor Council, Landscape Painting, Radio Station, Scouting Recreational Athletic Programs: Archery Club, International Club, Strength and Conditioning | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2012 - 2016 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Sewanee: The University of the South | 21 | |
| University of Tennessee-Knoxville | 8 | |
| Maryville College | 4 | |
| Agnes Scott College | 3 | |
| Centre College | 3 | |
| Indiana University | 3 | |
| Middle Tennessee State University | 3 | |
| Roanoke College | 3 | |
| Tennessee Tech University | 3 | |
| Warren Wilson College | 3 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Parents praise SAS for the enthusiasm of the faculty, staff, and administration and the complete dedication to challenging their students to seek academic and personal success. Students love SAS because of the respect they receive from all members of the campus community, the lack of cliques, and the opportunities to "get off the bench" and participate in a wide variety of academic, athletic, and artistic opportunities.
- Better than AP - Eligible students take courses for college credit at the University of the South, one of the top-ranked liberal arts colleges in the U.S. Grounded in the traditions of the Episcopal Church, St. Andrew's-Sewanee welcomes students of all traditions and celebrates diversity of faith and thought while encouraging students to search for a deeper understanding of life, purpose and service.
- The School's Outdoor Adventure Program, Farm, Winterim, and Visiting Artists' Program are just a few of the innovative programs that provide added value, excitement, and experience outside of the traditional classroom.
- LD types supported: Learning Resources Center provides support.
- School accreditations: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- James Agee - Pulitzer-prize winning writer
- Kix Brooks '73 - Grammy-award winning singer, host of American Country Countdown
- Elisabeth Rohm '91 - Television and movie actress
- Robert Temple '61 - Author and documentary film maker
- Dr. George P. Garrett, Jr. '46 - Poet Laureate of Virginia
- Stephen Alvarez '83 - National Geographic Photographer
- Sean Bridgers '86 - Television and movie actor
- Eban Goodstein '78 - Economist, author, and environmental educator
- Mike deGruy '69 - Documentary Film Maker
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