St. Thomas More School
- St. Thomas More School is an accredited college preparatory school in the Catholic tradition for young men who have demonstrated intellectual ability but who have not yet realized their potential.
- Within a structured environment, we strive to motivate, nurture, and strengthen the intellectual, moral, physical, and social development of every student.
- Dedicated faculty, individualized attention, small classes, challenging yet fun athletics and extracurricular activities, in a 100% boarding environment, are the cornerstones of an STM education.
- Our robust Summer@STM program combines academics, study skills, athletics, and recreational activities, to ensure that students have a fun & memorable summer and are in a better position to achieve their goals when they return to school in the fall.
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- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
| Definition of Terms 2017 School Data | St. Thomas More | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Catholic | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1962 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 100 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 100 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 39% | 20% |
| % International Students | 23% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 100% | 67% |
| Average SAT Score | 1005 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 8 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 4 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 67% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $6 million | $17 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $56,900 | $53,350 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $28,500 |
| Tuition international students | $56,900 | $47,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 42% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | 19234 | $22,700 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Roland Lemay | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Jeff Moore | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 8 | 14 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 13 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Ambassadors Club, Chess Club, Cooking Club, French Club, Robotics Club, Ski Club, Spanish Club, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Music Club Recreational Athletic Programs: Cycling Club, Martial Arts Club, Tennis Club, Weightlifting | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2013 - 2017 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| George Washington University | ||
| Howard University | ||
| New York University | ||
| Rochester Institute of Technology | ||
| Savannah College of Art and Design | ||
| Temple University | ||
| Tulane University | ||
| University of Connecticut | ||
| University of Michigan | ||
| Villanova University | ||
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- More Learning- More Community- More Involvement
- The school campus comprises 100 wooded acres with numerous athletic fields located on the shores of Gardner Lake. Our 4000 feet of lakefront property includes a beach, beach volleyball court, and a boathouse. Located 35 minutes from Hartford, CT, 2 hours from Boston, Massachusetts, and 2 1/2 hours from New York City, New York.
- Summer@STM Full four-week Session: Sunday July 8, 2018 - Friday August 3, 2018 Half Session: Session 1: Sunday July 8 - Tuesday July 21, Session 2: Wednesday July 21 - Friday August 3
- LD types supported: Mild LD
- School accreditations: New England Association of Schools And Colleges
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