Tallulah Falls School
Founded in 1909, Tallulah Falls School continues to be one of the fastest-growing independent schools in the US with enrollment growing from 131 students in 2008 to over 550 students in 2021.
TFS students represent some of the best and highest achieving students from across the US and around the world.
Our qualified faculty and staff, beautiful mountain location, and dedication to the individual success of our students make Tallulah Falls School a truly special place to learn and grow.
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- Syracuse University Tallulah Falls School had a mandatory work program. The students participated in the cleaning of campus, assisted in cooking meals, and other various jobs. I thought going into it that the work was a bit. . .
- University of Georgia I attended Tallulah Falls for one year as a day student. This school is unique because there are so many different kinds of people that attend and work there. You have the opportunity. . .
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Tallulah Falls School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 303 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability High percentage of students on financial aid
- Offering Breadth High # of AP/advanced courses offered
| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Tallulah Falls | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 7-12 | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 5-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denom. / Christian | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1909 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 500 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 555 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 30% | 25% |
| % International Students | 13% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 20% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1200 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1090 - 1550 | - |
| Average ACT score | 25 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (School uniforms required) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 35 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 71% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $30 million | $25 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $37,000 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $12,600 (Please contact the school regarding tuition "freeze" program for families) | $33,500 |
| Tuition international students | $50,000 | $54,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 75% | 40% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | Dec. 1 / Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Kelly Woodall Anthony Cox | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Wendy Jackson | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 35 | 18 |
| Courses | AP ART HISTORY, AP COMPUTER SCIENCE, AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES, AP EUROPEAN HISTORY, AP FRENCH, AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY, AP MACROECONOMICS, AP MICROECONOMICS, AP MUSIC THEORY, AP PHYSICS I & II, AP PSYCHOLOGY, AP WORLD HISTORY, COLLEGE ALGEBRA, COLLEGE BIOLOGY I & II, COLLEGE CALCULUS I & II, COLLEGE CHEMISTRY I & II, COLLEGE ENGLISH I & II, COLLEGE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, COLLEGE GOVERNMENT, COLLEGE LATIN I - IV, COLLEGE PRECALCULUS, COLLEGE SPANISH I & II, COLLEGE STATISTICS, COLLEGE US HISTORY I & II | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 21 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Kayaking, Markmanship, Marksmanship, Mountain Biking, Riding, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 26 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: BBQ Club, Broadcasting Club, Chess Club, Creative Writing Club, Debate Club, Equestrian Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Film Club, Game Design Club, International Club, Juniorettes, Key Club, Math Club, Model United Nations, Movie Club, National Honor Society, Outdoor Club, Photography Club, Recycling Club, Robotics Club, Tome Society Arts and Music Programs: Anime Club, International Thespian Society, National Art Honor Society, Tri-M® Music Honor Society Recreational Athletic Programs: Recreation Club | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Founded in 1909, Tallulah Falls School is an independent, coeducational boarding and day school serving over 550 students in grades 5-12. Academics are the primary mission at Tallulah Falls School. The quality of the academic program and the academic success of students are priorities that form the foundation of the School. A dedicated and highly qualified faculty, outstanding facilities, a broad and challenging curriculum, small classes, and eager, motivated students all contribute to the accomplishment of academic goals.
- Tallulah Falls School accreditations: SACS & SAIS
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