Kimball Union Academy.

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Kimball Union Academy

Introduction

Founded in 1813, Kimball Union Academy is a coeducational boarding and day school serving 300 students in grades 9 2 and a postgraduate year. Kimball Union unique location in the heart of the Upper Connecticut River Valley and its proximity to Dartmouth College have long made it the prerred choice for students seeking an educational experience that develops the whole person as scholar, athlete, artist and global citizen. Our beautiful 800- acre campus includes state-of-the-art facilities and many opportunities to enjoy its pristine, rural, village setting.

Overview:	Kimball Union Academy	Boarding School Avg.
School Focus	College Preparatory	College Preparatory
Grades Offered	9-12, PG	7-12
School Type	Co-ed	Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students	Yes	Yes
Religious Affiliation	Non-denominational	Non-denominational
Year Founded	1813	1900
Campus Size	1300 acres	135 acres

Student Body
Enrollment	325 students	300 students
Percent Students of Color	10%	18%
Percent International Students	20%	16%
Percent Students Boarding	66%	70%
Average SAT Score	1660	*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	Formal	Casual
Average Class Size	13	12 *National School Avg. 20
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:6	1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered	17	14
ESL Courses Offered	No	Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree	70%	61%
Summer Program Offered	Yes	Yes

Finances
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students)	$43,800	$39,900
Yearly Tuition (Day Students)	$28,500	$22,720
Percent Students on Financial Aid	42%	31%
Average Financial Aid Grant	$15,500	$17,500
Merit Scholarships Offered	No	No

Admission
Application Deadline	Feb. 1 / rolling	Jan. 15
Accepts Common Application	Yes	Yes
SSAT Required	Yes	Yes
Acceptance Rate	65%	59%
Director of Admissions	Richard Ryerson

AP / Advanced Courses:

# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered

AP/Advanced Courses

AP US History	AP Studio Art
AP Statistics	AP Spanish
AP Physics	AP Literature and Composition
AP Latin	AP Language and Composition
AP Human Geography	AP French
AP European History	AP Environmental Science
AP Chemistry	AP Calculus (BC)
AP Calculus (AB)	AP Biology
AP Art History

Sports:

Total Interscholastic Sports Offered

Interscholastic Sports

Alpine Skiing	Baseball
Basketball	Cross Country
Cycling	Dance
Equestrian	Field Hockey
Football	Freestyle Skiing
Ice Hockey	Lacrosse
Mountain Biking	Nordic Skiing
Rugby	Snowboarding
Soccer	Softball
Swimming	Tennis

Extracurricular:

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Architecture Club	Daycare volunteer
Environmental Club	Fire Brigade
Fire Squad	Fitness
Gay Straight Alliance	Habitat for Humanity
Literary Magazine	Math Team
Orange Key Tour Guides	Outing Club
Peer Counseling	Penny Fellowship
Poetry Club	Political Activism
Relay Diversity Club	Student Government
Student Newspaper	Student Organization for Alumni Relations
Theater Activity	Work Program
Yearbook

School Notes

Founded in 1813, Kimball Union Academy is the 15th oldest boarding school in the country. Kimball Union unique location in the Upper Connecticut River Valley and its proximity to Dartmouth College have long made it the prerred choice for both boarding and day students seeking an educational experience to develop the whole person as scholar, athlete, artist and global citizen.
The strong four-year course of study prepares students for programs in major colleges and universities. Over 100 courses are offered including 15 advanced placement courses across all disciplines. The average class size is 11 students with a student-faculty ratio of 6:1. Our unique environmental studies program includes a cross curricular approach, an AP offering and a greenhouse, and a 750-acre tract of land on nearby Snow Mountain that provides an outdoor lassroom. Performing and visual arts are offered both within the curriculum and as extra-curricular activities in the spectacular Flickinger Arts Center. Sports offered include hockey, football, lacrosse, Nordic and alpine skiing, field hockey, basketball, softball, baseball soccer, mountain biking, equestrian, rugby, tennis and cross country. Kimball Union competes in the Lakes Region League, among others.
The main campus covers over 800 acres of rolling hillside in the picturesque village of Meriden just 13 miles from Dartmouth College and its resources. Facilities include a magnificent dining hall, a beautiful arts center, a science building with a new environmental studies wing, a state-of-the art hockey arena with seasonal turf, athletic center, new fitness center, library, computer, language and science labs, student center and indoor pool. There are 9 dormitories housing from 5 to 50 students.
Kimball Union highly qualified and dedicated faculty is committed to serving our students and families. Our strong advisor system provides students with support for their academic and social needs. Recent initiatives include expanded student life services, a peer mentorship program and more student leadership opportunities.
The Academy is committed to fulfilling its mission to iscover with each student the right path to academic mastery, to creativity and to responsibility. Members of our community are guided by our Honor Code, which rlects our core value and promotes honesty, compassion and mutual respect.
School accreditations: NEASC
Profile last updated: 11/03/2009

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