St. Michaels University School
- At St. Michaels University School, we believe many of the most important lessons - both intellectual and personal - enable students to discover not only who they are as individuals but who they have the potential to become.
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St. Michaels University School is listed among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 322 schools) for:
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- Community Size Large student body (number of students)
- Offering Breadth High # of AP/advanced courses offered
| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | St. Michaels University School |
| School Focus | College Preparatory |
| Grades (Boarding) | Grades 8-12 |
| Grades (Day) | Grades K-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 20 acres |
| Enrollment | 998 students |
| % Students of Color | 2% |
| % International Students | 25% |
| % Students Boarding | 45% |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:18 |
| Number of AP Courses Offered | 27 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 45% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $6 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | n/a |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 21% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Director of Admissions | Paul Leslie |
AP / Advanced Courses
| Total Advanced Courses Offered | 27 |
| Courses | Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language and Culture, Comparative Government & Politics, Computer Science Principles, Computer Sciences A, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, Government and Politics, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics 1, Physics 2, Physics C (Electricity & Mag.), Physics C (Mechanical), Psychology, Research, Seminar, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art (2D Design), Studio Art (Drawing) |
School Notes
- St. Michaels University School is among the foremost independent day and boarding schools in Canada and in the world.
- Our commitment to academic excellence provides exceptional preparation for the challenges of postsecondary education.
- Our students are tomorrow`s leaders in the making, and come from nearly 20 countries around the world.
- Our faculty are passionate specialists who believe in the potential of every student.
- Our key programmes focus on five areas of development: Academics, Athletics, the Arts, Leadership, and Community and Global Service.
- From Junior to Middle to Senior School, students develop a love of learning and learn to think critically and creatively.
- University preparation is at the heart of the school`s mission, with 99% of our students going on to postsecondary education.
- With boarding facilities starting at grade 8, students become part of a diverse community where they create life-long friendships, develop independence and enjoy a wide range of activities.
- St. Michaels University School accreditations: CAIS, WBSA, NAIS, PNAIS, TABS, IECA, SSAT
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Steve Nash '92 - Two-time NBA MVP, founder and president of the Steve Nash Foundation for growing health in kids
- Stewart Butterfield '91 - Co-founder of Flickr
- Kenneth Oppel '85 - Award-winning author
- Manoj Sood '81 - Star of CBC's hit show
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