THINK Global School
At THINK Global School, students from over two dozen nations come together to live and learn in four different countries each year, making meaningful connections between their studies and the world around them.
Central to this is our challenging Changemaker Curriculum, which puts young people in charge of their own education through a combination of real-world exploration, skills mastery, and project-based learning.
A small student body and highly engaged teachers ensure a focus on emotional wellness in addition to academic achievement.
As a result, THINK Global School students develop a strong sense of autonomy and purpose alongside the 21st-century skills necessary to succeed at university and beyond.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 10-12
- Students: 57 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $94,050
- Acceptance rate: 15%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Sep. 11
Top Rankings
THINK Global School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 308 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Boarding Focus
Affordability
Student Attention
School Resources
Selectivity
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
10-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
2009
1907
Student Body
Enrollment
57 students
300 students
% Students of Color
62%
25%
% International Students
92%
20%
% Students Boarding
100%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
5
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
65%
70%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$50 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$94,050
(Scholarships based on family's ability to pay)
(Scholarships based on family's ability to pay)
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$33,250
% Students on Financial Aid
88%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Sep. 11
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
15%
58%
Director of Admissions
Lily Just
Associate Director of Admissions
Melanie Anderson
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
5
17
Courses
AP English Language and Composition, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language Culture, AP Statistics
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
9
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
E-mag, Filmmaking/Screenplay, Global Engagement, Outdoor Seal Training, Triathlon Training, Woodlander, Wrists4Rights
Arts and Music Programs:
Traveling Musicians
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Art History
E-mag, Filmmaking/Screenplay, Global Engagement, Outdoor Seal Training, Triathlon Training, Woodlander, Wrists4Rights
Arts and Music Programs:
Traveling Musicians
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Art History
College Matriculation
Year: 2013 - 2014
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
New York University
8
Maastricht University
4
University of British Columbia
3
Otago University
2
Reed College
2
Sciences Po Reims
2
Skidmore
2
Columbia University
1
Georgetown University
1
Harvard University
1
School Notes
- THINK Global School (TGS) is a private, non-profit high school that travels the world, allowing students the chance to study in four new international cities each academic year.
- THINK Global School challenges learners, through firsthand experiences of global travel, to become compassionate individuals who are curious and knowledgeable about the world and motivated to affect meaningful change.
- Students represent over 30 countries and bring a variety of experiences, talents, interests, and perspectives to our school.
- We integrate place-based , project-based learning at some of the most significant sites in the world. We`ve had Mandarin lessons at the Great Wall of China, studied the theory of evolution in the Galapagos, and studied ancient culture among the Aboriginal people of Australia.
- A THINK Global School education combines an academically rigorous project-based learning curriculum, a competitive 1:5 faculty/student ratio, student-driven and technology-forward teaching philosophies, and integrated service learning to create a 360 educational experience that`s never limited to the classroom. Here, you`ll not only become an exceptional college candidate but also a true game-changer: someone who understands how the world works and has the courage and compassion to make it a better place.
- THINK Global School accreditations: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
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