Stevenson is a coeducational, 912 day and boarding school located on California's Monterey Peninsula.
Our inspired education blends academic excellence with curiosity, joy, and challenge.
Students engage deeply in coursework, visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and learning beyond the classroom.
Stevenson empowers students to grow as thinkers, leaders, and compassionate individuals with purpose and integrity.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12
- Grades: (Day Students) PK-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $80,600
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $52,500
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
PK-12
2-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1952
1907
Campus Size
50 acres
125 acres
Colors
White, Green
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Student Body
Enrollment
507 students
315 students
% Students of Color
42%
27%
% International Students
18%
21%
% Students Boarding
52%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
63%
73%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$64.7 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$80,600
$68,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$52,500
$37,600
% Students on Financial Aid
35%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$53,600
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Michael Heyward
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
18
Courses
2D DesignArt History
BiologyCalculus AB
Calculus BCChemistry
DrawingEnglish Literature & Composition
French Language & CultureJapanese Language & Culture
LatinMacroeconomics
Music TheoryPhysics C: Electricity & Magnetism
Physics C: MechanicsSpanish Language & Culture
Studio ArtUS History
World History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
20
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
28
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Asian/Asian American Student Union (A/AASU)Black Student Union (BSU)
Business ClubChristian Club
Dogs of StevensonGender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Green Key Student AmbassadorsHistory Club
LatinX Student Union (LSU)Mock Trial
Model United Nations (Model UN)Philanthropy Club
PrefectsResident Activities Committee
Senior ForumSpyglass (Yearbook)
Student CouncilTusitala (Newspaper)
Vailima (art and literary magazine)Wilderness Expedition Leader
Arts and Music Programs:
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
99%
Year: 2018 - 2022
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
New York University
29
Santa Clara University
27
University of California, Berkeley
27
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
20
University of Southern California
19
Loyola Marymount University
17
University of California, Santa Barbara
16
University of Colorado, Boulder
16
Boston University
15
University of California, Davis
14
School Notes
- Stevenson is a coeducational, grades 912 day and boarding school located in Pebble Beach, California, on the scenic Monterey Peninsula. Stevenson offers an inspired education where academic excellence is infused with curiosity, challenge, and joy.
- Students are engaged in a college-preparatory curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
- Beyond the classroom, Stevenson offers vibrant programs in the visual and performing arts, competitive athletics across multiple sports, and a wide array of clubs, leadership opportunities, and outdoor experiences that take full advantage of our coastal location.
- A close-knit, inclusive community ensure every student is known, supported, and encouraged to grow. Whether day or boarding, students live and learn in an environment that values integrity, purpose, and personal growth.
- Academics: Stevenson's college-preparatory program challenges students to think critically, explore deeply, and engage joyfully. Small classes, expert faculty, and diverse courses support each student's growth and readiness for life beyond high school.
- Athletics: With over 20 sports, Stevenson empowers student-athletes to compete with integrity, resilience, and teamwork. From golf and water polo to soccer and tennis, athletics are a core part of campus life, supported by excellent coaching and facilities.
- The Arts: Creativity thrives at Stevenson through programs in visual arts, theatre, music, photography, and film. Students perform, exhibit, and create in spaces like the Keck Auditorium and Rosen Art Center, finding their voice, refining their craft, and gaining the confidence to express themselves with purpose.
- Co-Curricular & Leadership: Outside the classroom, students lead and explore through dozens of clubs, student-led initiatives, and unique events. Whether through robotics, radio, Model UN, or service projects, students grow as confident, capable leaders ready to make an impact.
- Experiential Learning: Set between ocean and forest, Stevenson turns nature into a classroom. Outdoor programs offer hiking, sea kayaking, wilderness skills, and environmental education building confidence, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the natural world just beyond campus.
- Coastal Campus Life: Stevenson's Pebble Beach campus offers stunning natural beauty, a safe and supportive environment, and easy access via nearby airports. Just a short drive from Silicon Valley, the campus blends serene coastal living with opportunity fostering learning, reflection, and a strong sense of community.
- Stevenson School accreditations: California Association of Independent Schools; Western Association of Schools & Colleges, The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Alexander Wang '02 - Alexander Wang is a celebrated fashion designer. Wang launched his eponymous fashion brand in 2005 and came to prominence after being awarded the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund in 2008.
- Greg Dalton '82 - Greg founded Climate One, the premiere platform for high-level conversations about how to confront the climate crisis. Climate One airs on more than 80 public radio stations coast-to-coast, with a podcast version available on all major audio apps.
- Miya Ando '91 - Miya Ando is a visual artist recognized for her paintings, sculptures, and installation artworks that address concepts of temporality, interdependence, and impermanence. Miya's artworks have been exhibited in museums, galleries, and public spaces worldwide.
- Mina Harigae '08 - Mina Harigae is a professional golfer currently playing on the LPGA Tour. As an amateur golfer, she won the 2007 U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links. Mina won the California Women's Amateur Championship for four consecutive years (2001–2005).
- Bill Browder ‘81 - Bill is the CEO and co-founder of Hermitage Capital Management, the investment advisor to the Hermitage Fund, which was formerly the largest foreign portfolio investor in Russia. Bill's primary investment strategy was shareholder rights activism.
- School Motto: Suaviter in modo, fortiter in re
- School Mascot: Pirate
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stevenson School cost?
Stevenson School's tuition is approximately $80,600 for boarding students and $52,500 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Stevenson School?
Stevenson School famous alumni include: Alexander Wang '02, Greg Dalton '82, Miya Ando '91, Mina Harigae '08 and Bill Browder ‘81.
What sports does Stevenson School offer?
Stevenson School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo.
Does Stevenson School offer a summer program?
Yes, Stevenson School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Stevenson School?
The application deadline for Stevenson School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Every teacher is always accessible and they are always friendly. I felt so at home there. They also have a counseling center where they take ideas from students about how to improve the school psychologically. . .
RLS gave me the perfect gateway experience from high school to college. The living environment, the professors, the class structure and electives selections were stellar. Best all around experience of my life to date. . .
Stevenson is a stunning atmosphere both beauty and quality of life. The school is situated in Pebble Beach, on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula. However, the scenery is not the most beautiful part about Stevenson. The. . .
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