Tilton School
- 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 20 states and 17 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.
- We believe that students who are able to effectively communicate, collaborate, think critically and creatively, and engage with mindfulness and compassion are better prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. To do this, Tilton School provides students with a uniquely customized learning process that uses authentic assessments of skills, interests, and learning style preferences to help them create their own Personalized Guided Program of Study for their journey at Tilton.
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- Affordability High percentage of students on financial aid
| Definition of Terms | 2019 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 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1845 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 146 acres | 105 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 250 students | 320 students |
| % Students of Color | 15% | 23% |
| % International Students | 28% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 75% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1160 | * 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 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 54% | 69% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $16 million | $20 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $60,700 | $57,570 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $31,000 |
| Tuition international students | $60,700 | $51,000 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 50% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $30,000 | $25,000 |
| 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 | 18 |
| 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 | 15 | 16 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 24 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Oasis Music Club, Political Review (Editorial Magazine), Secret Society of Eight, Speech Team, The Bread and Roses Soup Kitchen, The Tilton-Northfield Youth Assistance Program, Toys for Tots, Upperclass Play, Yearbook, Yearbook Staff, Yummy Club (Cooking Club) Club or Organization: Admission Ambassador, Lego Robotics Club, Milton Academy Yearbook, Model UN/Model OAS Delegations, Old Guard, Strength and Conditioning Pogram, The New Hampshire Veteran's Home, These Mortlesby Players (Shakespeare Actiong Troupe) Arts and Music Programs: A Capella, Stage Band, Tilton Arts Coalition Recreational Athletic Programs: The Old Gold and Blue (Yearbook), Young Entrepreneurs Club | |
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
- Tilton School accreditations: TABS, AISNE, NAIS, ISANNE, NEASC
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