Challenge. Balance. Joy. St. Andrew`s-Sewanee School is a private, co-educational, Episcopal, boarding and day college preparatory school serving 215 students in grades 6-12. We CHALLENGE our students to fulfill their greatest potential while helping them to cultivate lives of BALANCE and JOY. You belong here!
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
- Grades: (Day Students) 6-12
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $57,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $23,800
- Acceptance rate: 83%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
7-12
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
6-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1868
1907
Campus Size
550 acres
125 acres
School Motto
Challenge Balance Joy
Last Day of School
Fri. May 23, 2025
Student Body
Enrollment
211 students
320 students
% Students of Color
12%
27%
% International Students
10%
20%
% Students Boarding
35%
70%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1050 - 1350
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
53%
72%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$20 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$57,000
($51000 for students from Appalachian states)
($51000 for students from Appalachian states)
$66,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$23,800
(6th-7th Day $23100)
(6th-7th Day $23100)
$36,000
% Students on Financial Aid
51%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$15,755
(All financial aid offered is need based.)
(All financial aid offered is need based.)
$25,000
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
83%
64%
Associate Director of Admissions
Ashley Close
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
n/a
18
Courses
Advanced Biology, Advanced Chemistry, Advanced Physics, Calculus, Enrollment at University of the South
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
13
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
36
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Athletic Trainer, Black Student Union, Chess and other games club, Cum Laude, DEI, Dungeons & Dragons Club, Ethics Bowl, Farming, Gender & Sexualities Awareness, Interact Club, International Club, International Student Mentors, Literary Magazine, Magic Tricks Club, NASA Projects club, Outreach, Pankney's social club, Peer Review writing club, Proctors, Robotics Club, Scouting, Student Vestry, Write Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Global & Local Outreach, History Club, Honor Council, Radio Station, Theatre, Videography
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Climbing Team, Great Discussions, Outdoor Adventure, Strength and Conditioning, Wrestling club
Art Club, Athletic Trainer, Black Student Union, Chess and other games club, Cum Laude, DEI, Dungeons & Dragons Club, Ethics Bowl, Farming, Gender & Sexualities Awareness, Interact Club, International Club, International Student Mentors, Literary Magazine, Magic Tricks Club, NASA Projects club, Outreach, Pankney's social club, Peer Review writing club, Proctors, Robotics Club, Scouting, Student Vestry, Write Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Global & Local Outreach, History Club, Honor Council, Radio Station, Theatre, Videography
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Climbing Team, Great Discussions, Outdoor Adventure, Strength and Conditioning, Wrestling club
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
98%
Year: 2015 - 2019
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
The University of the South
28
Tennessee Technological University
7
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
7
The University of Alabama in Huntsville
6
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
6
Motlow State Community College
4
Purdue University
4
Warren Wilson College
4
East Tennessee State University
3
University of Washington
3
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.
- St. Andrew's-Sewanee 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
- Rachel Bonds '01 - Playwright
- 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
- Brian Jordan Alvarez '05 - Actor, Writer, Filmmaker
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Andrew's-Sewanee School cost?
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School's tuition is approximately $57,000 for boarding students and $23,800 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Andrew's-Sewanee School?
The acceptance rate of St. Andrew's-Sewanee School is 83%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Andrew's-Sewanee School?
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School famous alumni include: James Agee, Kix Brooks '73, Elisabeth Rohm '91, Rachel Bonds '01, Dr. George P. Garrett, Jr. '46, Stephen Alvarez '83, Sean Bridgers '86, Eban Goodstein '78, Mike deGruy '69 and Brian Jordan Alvarez '05.
What sports does St. Andrew's-Sewanee School offer?
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does St. Andrew's-Sewanee School offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Andrew's-Sewanee School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for St. Andrew's-Sewanee School?
The application deadline for St. Andrew's-Sewanee School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Alumni Reviews Review School
Review
Description
A school's culture is one of the most important feature of a learning environment and SAS's culture is kind, supportive, and encouraging. It's small enough to be personal and yet has enough space to create. . .
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. . .
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Alumni #3
Class of 2008
5.0011/28/2008
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Class of 2008
5.0011/28/2008
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. . .
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