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Kimball Union Academy
PO Box 188 Main Street, Meriden, NH 03770 - View a map of this school Map tel: 603 469 2100
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Founded in 1813, Kimball Union Academy is a coeducational boarding and day school serving 300 students in grades 9—12 and a postgraduate year. Kimball Union’s unique location in the heart of the Upper Connecticut River Valley and its proximity to Dartmouth College have long made it the preferred 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.


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Definition of Terms
Kimball Union Academy Boarding School Avg.
Overview:
School Focus College Preparatory College Preparatory
Grades Offered 9-12, PG 9-12
School Type Co-ed Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students No No
Religious Affiliation Non-denominational Non-denominational
Year Founded 1813 1900
Campus Size 1300 acres 150 acres
     
Student Body
Enrollment 344 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 10% 18%
Percent International Students 20% 16%
Percent Students Boarding 66% 72%
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 Less than once a month
Classroom Dress Code Formal Formal
Average Class Size 12 12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:6 1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 19 14
ESL Courses Offered No Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree 70% 60%
Summer Program Offered Yes Yes
     
Finances    
Endowment Size $19 million $16 million
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $42,500 $38,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $27,500 $21,950
Percent Students on Financial Aid 38% 31%
Average Financial Aid Grant $ 15,500 $ 17,000
Merit Scholarships Offered No No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling Jan. 15
SSAT Required Yes Yes
Acceptance Rate 65% 60%
Director of Admissions Richard Ryerson
Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 20 13

Interscholastic Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCross Country
CyclingDance
EquestrianField Hockey
FootballFreestyle Skiing
Ice HockeyLacrosse
Mountain BikingNordic Skiing
RugbySnowboarding
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingTennis
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 23 23
  Extracurriculars
 
Architecture ClubDaycare volunteer
Environmental ClubFire Brigade
Fire SquadFitness
Gay Straight AllianceHabitat for Humanity
Literary MagazineMath Team
Orange Key Tour GuidesOuting Club
Peer CounselingPenny Fellowship
Poetry ClubPolitical Activism
Relay Diversity ClubStudent Government
Student NewspaperStudent Organization for Alumni Relations
Theater ActivityWork Program
Yearbook
School Notes:
  • Founded in 1813, Kimball Union Academy is the 15th oldest boarding school in the country. Kimball Union’s unique location in the Upper Connecticut River Valley and its proximity to Dartmouth College have long made it the preferred 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 “classroom.” 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’s 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 “discover 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 reflects our core value and promotes honesty, compassion and mutual respect.
  • School accreditations: NEASC
  • Profile last updated: 08/20/2008
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