The Masters School (2025 Profile)

49 Clinton Avenue
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522

The Masters School is a rigorous, college preparatory, 5- and 7-day boarding and day school located on 96 acres, 12 miles north of New York City.

Masters is a global community where we strive to be a power for good.

Students and teachers make full use of outstanding campus facilities, including our new, state-of-the-art Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, as well as one of the most exciting classrooms in the world: New York City.

This is a school of high standards, great achievement and hard work, where the Harkness teaching method is a transformative tool in all subjects; around the Harkness table, every student has a voice.

This is also a place of creativity, diversity and fun.

The curriculum is engaging and challenging. The athletic teams are competitive and accomplished.

The fine arts program is exceptional and has been developing artists of acclaim in music, dance, visual arts and theater for years.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12
Grades: (Day Students) 5-12
Enrollment: 669 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,800
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 10 / Jan. 15
Source: Verified school update

Upcoming Events and News

Varsity Track and Field Take Home the Gold at The New York Relays - 04/27/2025
In a sport like track and field - where success often hinges on razor-thin margins of time and distance - the difference can come down to putting in more work ...morethan the competition. Even the slightest bit. For Masters' varsity track and field athletes, this has become known as "doing the 2 percent." hide
Masters Welcomes Exchange Students From China - 04/16/2025
It wasn't just the beautiful campus and welcoming community that made an impression on the visiting exchange group from the Tsinglan School in China - it was the whole experience.
Annual Global Feast Celebrates Culture, Tradition and Great Food - 04/16/2025
Connection, community and cuisine were the key ingredients for a joyful and jubilant International Dinner in February.
Science Research Students Shine at Regional and State Competitions - 03/26/2025
Under the guidance of Kristina Gremski, science research program director, six upper school students took home multiple awards at two of the region's preeminent competitions: the Regeneron Westchester Science & ...moreEngineering Fair (WESEF) and the New York State Science & Engineering Fair (NYSSEF). hide
Masters Hosts Second Global Diamond Challenge Pitch Event - 02/26/2025
Think of the Diamond Challenge as "Shark Tank" for young innovators from around the world - an opportunity to have an impact on issues of concern, from a cryotherapy glove ...morefor chemotherapy patients to an eco-friendly solution to revolutionize the textile dyeing industry. hide
Masters Stuns GCDS in FAA Quarterfinal - 02/26/2025
Faced with a daunting regular-season schedule, Masters' varsity boys basketball squad stared down adversity all season.As a result, the Panthers refused to blink first in Tuesday's Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) ...morequarterfinal round at Greenwich Country Day School (GCDS). hide
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Top Rankings

The Masters School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 278 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2024 School Data

The Masters School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

5-12

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1877

1907

Campus Size

96 acres

125 acres

School Motto

Do It With Thy Might

School Mascot

The Panther

Student Body

Enrollment

669 students

320 students

% Students of Color

38%

27%

% International Students

12%

20%

% Students Boarding

30%

70%

Average SAT Score

1370
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

SAT range (25th-75th percentile)

1270 - 1490

Average ACT score

29
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

14 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

70%

72%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$72,800

$66,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

n/a

$36,000

Tuition international students

$79,750

$57,680

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$72,800

$49,400

% Students on Financial Aid

23%

40%

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Dec. 10 / Jan. 15

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Director of Admissions

Emma Katznelson
Andrea Fischer

Application URL

Online Application

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, Physics C, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art, U.S. History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Biology Club, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Creative Writing Club, Debate Team, Dobbs Athletic Association (DAA), Economics Club, Environmental Club, Filmmaking Club, Finance Club, Gold Key Club, GSA, Honorary Photo Society, International Club, Latinos Unidos, Literary Magazine, Mental Health Club, Mock Trial Club, Model UN, Poetry Club, Skateboarding Club, Student Newspaper, Yearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:
A cappella group, Dance, Jazz Ensemble, Musical, Orchestra, Play

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickle Ball

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Year: 2025

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

New York University

Boston University

Cornell University

Skidmore College

Elon University

George Washington University

Middlebury College

Columbia University

Northeastern University

Washington University in St. Louis

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School Notes

The Masters School accreditations: The Association of Boarding Schools, Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sam Coffey '17 - 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist. Coffey is an American professional soccer player who plays as a defensive midfielder for the Portland Thorns of the National Women's Soccer League.
- Marin Alsop '73 - World-renowned conductor who was the first woman to lead a major American orchestra.
- Kara DioGuardi '88 - Grammy-nominated songwriter, whose songs have appeared on more than 160 million records.
- Tyler Pager '13 - White House Correspondent for The New York Times
- Edith Chapin '83 - Senior Vice President, Editor in Chief and acting Chief Content Officer, NPR
- Nia DaCosta '07 - American filmmaker and the first Black woman to direct a Marvel Comics film
- Alex Pall '07 - Member of the Grammy-award-winning electronic DJ and production duo The Chainsmokers
- Flynn Berry '04 - Award-winning author of "Under the Harrow" (Penguin Books), "A Double Life" (Viking) and "Northern Spy" (Viking)
- Betsy Gotbaum '56 - Former New York City Public Advocate
- Michele Roberts '73 - Former president of the National Basketball Players Association

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Masters School cost?

The Masters School's tuition is approximately $72,800 for boarding students.

Who are famous alumni from The Masters School?

The Masters School famous alumni include: Sam Coffey '17, Marin Alsop '73, Kara DioGuardi '88, Tyler Pager '13, Edith Chapin '83, Nia DaCosta '07, Alex Pall '07, Flynn Berry '04, Betsy Gotbaum '56 and Michele Roberts '73.

What sports does The Masters School offer?

The Masters School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.

What is The Masters School's ranking?

The Masters School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High average SAT scores.

When is the application deadline for The Masters School?

The application deadline for The Masters School is Dec. 10 / Jan. 15.

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