Stanstead College
Located in the Eastern Townships of Quebec, Canada, Stanstead College is a private boarding school for boys and girls in Grades 7 through 12.
Surrounded by the rolling hills of Quebec and Vermont, Stanstead College is an English school that embraces French in and out of the classroom.
With a student population of roughly 260, our school is also uniquely placed to open doors to top universities and colleges in the United States, Canada and around the world.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 7-12, PG
- Students: 268 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $59,900
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $23,900
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Description
Stanstead College is a very close-knit co-ed school, which I really liked because it allowed me to be close to everyone no matter the age or gender. I was able to make many friendships with. . .
The dedication of teachers and staff is unbelievable at Stanstead. I don't think I've ever been to or heard of a school where teachers are that invested in both classes and extracurricular activities.School spirit. Everyone. . .
Top Rankings
Stanstead College ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 111 schools) for:
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Attribute
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data
Stanstead College
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
7-12, PG
School Type
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1872
School Calendar
View the Stanstead College yearly calendar below.
Student Body
Enrollment
268 students
% Students of Color
4%
% International Students
42%
% Students Boarding
75%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Classroom Dress Code
Average Class Size
16 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
11
ESL Courses Offered
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
15%
Summer Program Offered
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$20 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$59,900
(CAD; includes tuition and residence fee)
(CAD; includes tuition and residence fee)
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$23,900
(CAD)
(CAD)
Tuition international students
$74,900
Summer Program Cost
$3,900
(CAD; $4800 CAD international students)
(CAD; $4800 CAD international students)
% Students on Financial Aid
45%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$22,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Accepts Standardized Application
Director of Admissions
Patrick Fraser
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
11
Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Comparative Politics, AP Economics, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Human Geography, AP Physics, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
22
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Board Game Club, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Cooking Club, Dance Club, Debate Club, Drama Club, Fencing Club, Film Club, Fishing Club, Gardening Club, Gay Straight Alliance, Habitat for Humanity, Investment Club, Music Club, Pottery Club, Robotics Club, Sewing, Skating Club, TEDx, Yearbook Club
Art Club, Board Game Club, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Cooking Club, Dance Club, Debate Club, Drama Club, Fencing Club, Film Club, Fishing Club, Gardening Club, Gay Straight Alliance, Habitat for Humanity, Investment Club, Music Club, Pottery Club, Robotics Club, Sewing, Skating Club, TEDx, Yearbook Club
College Matriculation
Year:
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School Notes
- In keeping with the school motto - Sanitas, Sapientia, Religio or Health, Wisdom, Integrity - Stanstead College builds its program around the pillars of academics, athletics and student life. Academically, caring teachers and small class sizes are paired with rigorous academics and an advisor support system to help students become aware, self-disciplined young women and men prepared for life after high school. In addition, our University Guidance team works closely with senior students to assist them in determining and achieving their post-secondary goals.
- Based on the Quebec Ministry of Education curriculum in Grades 7 through 11, the Stanstead College academic program also offers a Grade 12 option that provides students with an intensive university preparatory experience, including many Advanced Placement (AP) options.
- Stanstead College`s structured athletics program encourages teamwork, fair play, perseverance and, above all, health. Each term, students participate in their choice of athletic options. The school is perhaps most famous for its elite varsity girls and boys hockey teams, which compete at the top high school levels in Canada and the U.S.
- Finally, students at Stanstead College enjoy the unforgettable experience of being part of a Canadian boarding school with an international student body. In addition to making lifelong friends, Stanstead students have endless opportunities to express themselves creatively and socially through clubs, weekend activities, school events as well as academic and service trips.
- Stanstead College accreditations: TABS, NEASC, CAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mark Jankowski - Class of 2012, Calgary Flames, Pittsburgh Penguins
- Kevin O'Leary - Canadian businessman
Profile last updated: 01/18/2022
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