Steamboat Mountain School Photo #6 - Each student participates in a three-night orientation backpacking trip during which they summit a 14,000 foot peak in CO and learn Leave-No-Trace wilderness ethics.

Steamboat Mountain School

42605 RCR 36
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
Steamboat Mountain School is a coeducational K-12 school boarding and day options for high school students.
SMS blends academics and adventure, combining an outstanding college-preparatory curriculum with extraordinary programs out of the classroom and around the globe to build students` knowledge, develop their confidence and independence, and prepare them for meaningful and fascinating lives.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12, PG
  • Grades: (Day Students) K-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $62,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $38,700
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
Steamboat Mountain School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12, PG
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
K-12, PG
2-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1957
1907
Campus Size
147 acres
125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
160 students
315 students
% Students of Color
5%
26%
% International Students
10%
21%
% Students Boarding
60%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
4
18
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
75%
72%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$62,900
$66,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$38,700
$36,000
% Students on Financial Aid
41%
39%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
No
Director of Admissions
Pearson Alspach, 9-12
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
5
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Robotics Club, Tech Team

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Backcountry Skills, Mountain Biking, Trail Running

College Matriculation

Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Penguin
  • Steamboat Mountain School stretches students intellectually, encourages deep exploration of areas of passion, and cultivates a meaningful connection with the school community. Every mountain top, every country, and every moment offers an opportunity to prepare our students for a world in which they will collaborate, grow, and challenge themselves. We are more than a college preparatory school-we offer students the opportunity to push themselves academically, physically, and mentally everyday. Whether they are solving a challenging academic problem, learning to navigate using a topographic map, or engaging in conversation with their homestay family in Morocco, our students learn about themselves, the value of their engagement with others, and the importance of moving beyond their comfort zone. Students gain the ability to be independent thinkers, to ask questions that move the conversation beyond a typical discussion, and to flourish as students of life. We prepare our students for college life and life beyond.
  • Steamboat Mountain School accreditations: ACIS, TABS
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Elizabeth Findell '08: National politics reporter for the Wall Street Journal. -
    • Daniel Wright '09: Co-producer of the Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma. -
    • Avital Shimko '14: Current member of the US Moguls Ski Team. -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Steamboat Mountain School cost?
Steamboat Mountain School's tuition is approximately $62,900 for boarding students and $38,700 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Steamboat Mountain School?
Steamboat Mountain School famous alumni include: Elizabeth Findell '08: National politics reporter for the Wall Street Journal., Daniel Wright '09: Co-producer of the Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma. and Avital Shimko '14: Current member of the US Moguls Ski Team..
What sports does Steamboat Mountain School offer?
Steamboat Mountain School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Climbing, Freestyle Skiing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping and Snowboarding.
When is the application deadline for Steamboat Mountain School?
The application deadline for Steamboat Mountain School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Alumni Reviews Review School

Review
Description

Class of 1986
5.00
University of Colorado
Steamboat Mountain School has two amazing programs International and competitive skiing. All students go through great outdoor experiences together to develop independence and build a strong bond between the students. Class sizes are under ten. . .

Class of 2004
5.00
Portland State University
(NOTE: I attended SMS my Junior and Senior year of high school) Not many teenagers can say they've traveled to Peru, Namibia, South Africa and Botswana before the age of 16 and not many high school. . .

Class of 2016
5.00
University of Chicago
The faculty's drive to push your limits physically and mentally is fantastic preparation for college and life. The small student body lets each faculty member get to know you personally, facilitating the overall learning experience. . .
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12, PG
  • Grades: (Day Students) K-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $62,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $38,700
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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