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Tallulah Falls School

5.00 (2 reviews)
201 Campus Drive, PO Box 10 Tallulah Falls GA 30573
Tel: (706) 754-0400
www.tallulahfalls.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 4-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $45,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $16,100
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Tallulah Falls School Photo #4 - FOCUSING ON ACADEMICS The quality of the college-preparatory program and the academic success of students are priorities that form the foundation of the school.
Tallulah Falls School Photo #5 - GLOBAL COMMUNITY A focus on combining traditions from across the globe creates a sense of community within many cultures.
Tallulah Falls School Photo #6 - SPARKING CREATIVITY Music, art and theater programs enhance the school community.
Tallulah Falls School Photo #7 - PREPARING LEADERS Students develop a respect for self, others and community.
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About the School

  • Founded in 1909, Tallulah Falls School offers our students a broad and stimulating curriculum, motivated peers, and countless opportunities to explore their talents.
  • Our dedicated, highly qualified teachers, exceptional facilities, and small, engaging classes create a learning environment where students feel known, supported, and challenged.
  • TFS students represent some of the best and highest achieving students from across the US and around the world.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 4-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $45,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $16,100
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Tallulah Falls School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
High percentage of students on financial aid
Offering Breadth
High # of AP/advanced courses offered

School Overview

2026 School Data
Tallulah Falls School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
7-12
8-12
Grades Offered (Day)
4-12
PK-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Non-denom. / Christian
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1909
1906
Campus Size
500 acres
125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
500 students
320 students
% Students of Color
30%
27%
% International Students
13%
21%
% Students Boarding
20%
65%
Average SAT Score
1200
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1090 - 1550
-
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School uniforms required
Casual
Average Class Size
13 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
66%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)
# of AP Courses Offered
35
18
Courses
AP ART HISTORYAP COMPUTER SCIENCE
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLESAP EUROPEAN HISTORY
AP FRENCHAP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
AP MACROECONOMICSAP MICROECONOMICS
AP MUSIC THEORYAP PHYSICS I & II
AP PSYCHOLOGYAP WORLD HISTORY
COLLEGE ALGEBRACOLLEGE BIOLOGY I & II
COLLEGE CALCULUS I & IICOLLEGE CHEMISTRY I & II
COLLEGE ENGLISH I & IICOLLEGE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
COLLEGE GOVERNMENTCOLLEGE LATIN I - IV
COLLEGE PRECALCULUSCOLLEGE SPANISH I & II
COLLEGE STATISTICSCOLLEGE US HISTORY I & II

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$30 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$45,000
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$16,100
(Please contact the school regarding tuition "freeze" program for families)
$40,000
Tuition international students
$47,000
$58,650
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
$30,000
$50,000
% Students on Financial Aid
83%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
Yes
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Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Anthony Cox
Wendy Jackson
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
23
17
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
Cross Country RunningDance
EquestrianEsports
GolfKayaking
MarkmanshipMarksmanship
Mountain BikingRiding
RiflerySoccer
SoftballSwimming
Swimming and DivingTennis
TrackTrack and Field
Volleyball
School Mascot
Indian

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
23
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Broadcasting ClubChess Club
Creative Writing ClubDebate Club
Equestrian ClubFellowship of Christian Athletes
Film ClubGame Design Club
International ClubKey Club
Math ClubModel United Nations
Movie ClubNational Honor Society
Outdoor ClubPhotography Club
Recycling ClubRobotics Club
Tome Society


Arts and Music Programs:
Anime ClubInternational Thespian Society
National Art Honor SocietyTri-M® Music Honor Society

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
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School Notes

  • Founded in 1909, Tallulah Falls School is an independent, coeducational boarding (5-day and 7-day) and day school serving over 500 students in grades 4-12. 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.
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Tallulah Falls School cost?
Tallulah Falls School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for boarding students and $16,100 for day students.
What schools are Tallulah Falls School often compared to?
Tallulah Falls School is often viewed alongside schools like Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Tallulah Falls School offer?
Tallulah Falls School offers 23 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Equestrian, Esports, Golf, Kayaking, Markmanship, Marksmanship, Mountain Biking, Riding, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Tallulah Falls School's ranking?
Tallulah Falls School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid and High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Tallulah Falls School?
The application deadline for Tallulah Falls School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Student & Alumni Reviews

Review
Description

Class of 2004
5.00
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. . .

Class of 2005
5.00
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. . .
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  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 4-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $45,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $16,100
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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