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Westover School

1237 Whittemore Rd.
Middlebury, CT 06762
Westover School is a girls-centered independent boarding and day school for grades 912, located in Middlebury, Connecticut.
Founded in 1909 by pioneering educator Mary Robbins Hillard, Westover was created to provide young women with a transformative education grounded in academic rigor, character development, and leadership.
Just 90 minutes from New York City and Boston, Westover is a close-knit community of 200 students, with two-thirds boarding and one-third attending as day students.
Our vibrant community is home to intellectually curious and ambitious students from Connecticut, across the United States, and around the world.
At the heart of Westover's mission is a commitment to developing confident, compassionate changemakers.
Signature programs like Women in Science and Engineering (WISE), F.I.R.E.
(Financial Independence, Readiness & Empowerment), and the Rasin Center for Global Justice reflect our dedication to cultivating the next generation of female leaders.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $75,100
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $54,500
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Westover School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Attention

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
Westover School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12, PG
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1909
1907
Campus Size
145 acres
125 acres
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026

Student Body

Enrollment
192 students
315 students
% Students of Color
50%
27%
% International Students
38%
21%
% Students Boarding
68%
70%
Average SAT Score
1340
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Monthly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
15
18
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
73%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size
$69 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$75,100
$68,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$54,500
$37,600
Tuition international students
$77,400
$59,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
No
Acceptance Rate
65%
64%
Director of Admissions
Tianna Lall-Emard
Associate Director of Admissions
Katie Leone
Application URL

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
15
18
Courses
Art HistoryBiology
Calculus AB/BCChemistry
Comparative Government & PoliticsComputer Science A
English Language & CompositionEnglish Literature
Environmental ScienceEuropean History
French LanguageLatin (Vergil)
MacroeconomicsMicroeconomics
Music TheoryPhysics 1/Physics 2
PsychologySpanish Language
StatisticsStudio Art (2D Design)
Studio Art (Drawing)U.S. History
World History

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
21
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Amnesty International ClubClass Community Service Reps
Coagess (Yearbook)Environment Club
French ClubGlee Club
Heads of SchoolInternational Student Alliance
Intramural GamesIssues and Viewpoints- political and social review journal
Peer SupportProctors
Spanish ClubStudent Academic Committee


Arts and Music Programs:


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Movement and DanceWests and Overs

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
Year: 2022
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
Saint Anselm College
3
Loyola University Maryland
2
Northeastern University
2
Skidmore College
2
Syracuse University
2
Union College
2
American University
1
Amherst College
1
George Washington University
1
New York University
1

School Notes

  • Imagine a robust and engaging curriculum that guides you toward becoming your best self. Where academic initiatives like WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) and innovative class electives lead you to intellectual empowerment. Where opportunities for advanced research, one-on-one advising, and ambitious arts and athletics programming help you achieve your specific goals and deepen your understanding of the things you are most passionate about.
  • Imagine an entire community that inspires you and roots for you. A global community full of classmates eager to explore and collaborate, faculty that encourage you to seek challenge and share your ideas, and dorm parents that listen with full attention and open hearts. Imagine a place fortified by sisterhood, where friendships are family, lifelong, and unbreakable.
  • At Westover, you will be seen, you will be known, you will be boldly you.
  • Westover School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), National Coalition of Girls Schools (NCGS)
  • School Motto: Be Boldly You
  • School Mascot: Wildcat
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Westover School cost?
Westover School's tuition is approximately $75,100 for boarding students and $54,500 for day students.
What schools are Westover School often compared to?
Westover Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miss Porter's School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Westover School?
The acceptance rate of Westover School is 65%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What sports does Westover School offer?
Westover School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Volleyball.
Does Westover School offer a summer program?
Yes, Westover School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Westover School's ranking?
Westover School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low student-teacher ratio and Highest endowment/student.
When is the application deadline for Westover School?
The application deadline for Westover School is Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Review
Description

Class of 2003
5.00
Montana State University Bozeman
The Westover School provided me with an educational experience that has lasted a lifetime. My roommate from Westover is still my friend. The professors and staff are top educators and the school makes for being. . .

Class of 2016
5.00
UMBC
Westover School is unique because of its community. No other school I have visited or heard of has the atmosphere Westover has. Each of the students have unbreakable bonds with each other and the faculty;. . .

Class of 2000
5.00
Villanova University
What stands out above all else is the quality of teaching at Westover. The faculty are passionate about their subjects, and inspire this passion in their students. The faculty are 100% dedicated to their students. . .
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $75,100
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $54,500
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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