The Hun School of Princeton
About the School
- The Hun School of Princeton is an independent college preparatory school in Princeton, NJ. A co-educational day and boarding school, The Hun School serves 650 students from 20+ states and 20+ countries in grades 6-PG.The Hun School provides a diverse community that places a high value on creative and rigorous traditional college preparatory curriculum in a structured environment; develops character, community and values; meets the students` differing talents, interests and academic needs through a supportive staff in a variety of programs; and encourages students to widen their horizons, gain an appreciation for and an excitement about learning and achieve their full potential.The Hun School combines deep roots in Princeton with a truly national and international student body. We balance the traditional college preparatory curriculum with one-on-one attention to the unique talents of every student, academic rigor with exciting arts and competitive athletics. The Hun School is a dynamic community where learning is a passion and each day is infused with a spirit of joy.
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School Overview
2026 School Data
The Hun School of Princeton
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1914
1906
Campus Size
45 acres
130 acres
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
700 students
319 students
% Students of Color
34%
28%
% International Students
15%
21%
% Students Boarding
30%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Dress shirts, polo shirts, or sweaters with optional covering ¼ zip pull-overs. Dress pants or tailored skirts, shorts, or dresses of appropriate length. Casual closed-toed shoes or sneakers
Dress shirts, polo shirts, or sweaters with optional covering ¼ zip pull-overs. Dress pants or tailored skirts, shorts, or dresses of appropriate length. Casual closed-toed shoes or sneakers
Casual
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
73%
Summer Program Details
# of AP Courses Offered
24
18
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$32 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$83,200
(2026-27)
(2026-27)
$71,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$57,700
(Middle School Day $52,600)
(Middle School Day $52,600)
$40,000
% Students on Financial Aid
30%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$25,000
(Need-Based Financial Aid only)
(Need-Based Financial Aid only)
$25,000
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Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
23
17
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
36
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
American Cancer SocietyArts in Action
Astrology ClubBlack Student Union
Doctors of TomorrowEnvironmental Awareness Club
FTC RoboticsGender Equity Matters
Girls Who CodeHiking Club
Hispanic Student UnionJewish Culture Club
Math Competition ClubMiddle Eastern Society
Mock Trial ClubModel Congress
Music Production ClubPaws Cause
Photography ClubPickleball Club
Ping Pong ClubPoetry Society
Sport Fandom ClubStudent Newspaper
Students Demand ActionYearbook Club
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Lehigh University
16
Syracuse University
16
Pennsylvania State University at University Park
14
Princeton University
13
The George Washington University
13
Boston University
12
Carnegie Mellon University
11
Colgate University
11
Cornell University
11
Babson College
10
School Notes
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Location: Princeton, NJ
- The School is within walking distance of Princeton University, and about an hour's drive from both New York and Philadelphia.
- Upper School: ~570, (70% day, 30% resident)
- Middle School: ~130 (day only)
- Students come from 20+ states and 20+ countries
- Average Class Size: 14
- 60 men, 57 women
- 52 hold Master's degrees
- 3 hold Doctorate degrees
- 29 live on campus
- 12 are graduates of The Hun School
- Computer Science, English, English as a Second Language, Fine Arts, Foreign Language, Health, History, Mathematics, and Science
- Honors and Advanced Placement courses are offered in every discipline.
- There are two Academic buildings that contain thirty-two classrooms, six science laboratories, three computer centers, a photography darkroom, an art studio, and a ceramics and sculpture studio. Other academic facilities include a newly renovated 35,000-volume library and television and radio broadcast studios.
- Brand new three-story, 41,000-square-foot residential hall, which accommodates 114 students and twelve faculty families.
- The Wilf Family Global Commons houses a snack bar, mail center, two dormitories, and the school store.
- Athletic facilities include a gymnasium, a health and fitness center, five tennis courts, a cross-country course, a turf playing field, six playing fields, and a 400-meter all-weather track.
- Interscholastic competition in baseball, basketball, crew, cross country, fencing, field hockey, football, ice hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, volleyball, tennis, and track and field.
- Intramural programs are offered in seasonal sports, weight lifting, and dance. The goal of Intramural programs is to promote physical fitness.
- There are over fifty student clubs and organizations on campus. Organizations are student run and driven under the direction of faculty advisors. Clubs and activities are often organized around curricular and career interests. Students work on the student newspaper and yearbook, and take part in the plays, dance performances, foreign language dinners, math and science competitions, student elections, peer leadership groups, and community service activities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Hun School of Princeton cost?
The Hun School of Princeton's tuition is approximately $83,200 for boarding students and $57,700 for day students.
What sports does The Hun School of Princeton offer?
The Hun School of Princeton offers 23 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
Does The Hun School of Princeton offer a summer program?
Yes, The Hun School of Princeton offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for The Hun School of Princeton?
The application deadline for The Hun School of Princeton is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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