- Founded in 1845, Tilton School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school serving students from 9th to 12th grade and postgraduates.
- We have 250 students consisting of day and boarding from 17 states and 19 countries.
- With a small student body and dedicated staff, we are focused on helping every student realize the power of his or her own potential.
- Our programs and community are geared toward embracing the unique attributes each student brings to the table and helping them push their own boundaries, tap into their potential, and prepare for a full and rewarding life.
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- The College of Wooster Despite being able to boast an exquisite New England campus environment, Tilton school offers a setting equipped with a dedicated faculty and staff that services the needs of every kind of student. Unique to Tilton. . .
| Definition of Terms 2016 School Data |
Tilton School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1845 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 146 acres | 110 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 257 students | 298 students |
| % Students of Color | 10%
|
20%
|
| % International Students | 25%
|
20%
|
| % Students Boarding | 75%
|
68%
|
| Average SAT Score | 1600 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 21 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 16 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 54%
|
70%
|
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $16 million | $16 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) |
$57,200 | $51,700 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) |
$32,875 | $28,500 |
| Tuition international students | $60,500 | $47,000 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 50%
|
35%
|
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $22,000 | $21,582 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 52%
|
57%
|
| Director of Admissions | Candace Landroche | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 16 |
| Courses | AP Art, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP European History (supervised on-line), AP French Language, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art (Independent Study), AP U.S. History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 17 | 14 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 24 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | A Capella, Admission Ambassador, Adopt-a-Highway, American Red Cross, Debate Club, Dorm Prefects, Literary magazine, Mountain Biking, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Outdoor Program, Oxfam America, Peer counseling, Recycling, Robotics Club, Spaulding Youth Center, Stage Band, Strength and Conditioning Pogram, The Bread and Roses Soup Kitchen, The New Hampshire Veteran's Home, The Tilton-Northfield Youth Assistance Program, Tilton Arts Coalition, Toys for Tots, Yearbook | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Tilton combines academic rigor with social, creative and athletic opportunity to enable every student to tap into the power of his or her potential, preparing them for life beyond the Hill.
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences & ADD/ADHD
- School accreditations: TABS, AISNE, NAIS, ISANNE, NEASC
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