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5.0 Colorado, US
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School Overview

The Alexander Dawson School is a co-ed learning community that challenges students to achieve excellence in mind, body, and character through a rigorous college preparatory program. Dawson graduates are young men and women who achieve their individual potential, savor life, and meet the challenges of the world.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$22900
Enrollment
514
International Students
18%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
13
Average ACT Score
27.5
Class Size
14

Matriculation

(2014-2016)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 2
#2 Harvard College 2
#4 Stanford University 1
#10 California Institute of Technology 1
#10 Johns Hopkins University 2
#12 Dartmouth College 1
#12 Northwestern University 1
#14 Brown University 1
#15 Cornell University 1
#15 Vanderbilt University 1
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1
#18 University of Notre Dame 1
LAC #4 Middlebury College 1
LAC #4 Wellesley College 2
#23 Carnegie Mellon University 1
#23 University of California: Los Angeles 2
#23 University of Southern California 5
#27 Tufts University 4
#27 Wake Forest University 2
#30 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1
#32 New York University 2
#37 University of California: Santa Barbara 1
LAC #8 Carleton College 1
#41 Boston University 1
#41 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1
LAC #9 Davidson College 1
#47 Lehigh University 2
#51 University of Miami 2
LAC #12 Vassar College 1
#61 Southern Methodist University 5
LAC #14 Wesleyan University 1
#72 American University 4
#82 Miami University: Oxford 1
#86 University of Denver 5
#89 University of Colorado Boulder 23
#89 University of San Diego 2
LAC #19 Colby College 1
LAC #19 Colgate University 2
LAC #19 Grinnell College 1
#96 University of Alabama 1
#99 Drexel University 1
LAC #23 Oberlin College 1
LAC #25 Bates College 1
LAC #29 Scripps College 1
LAC #32 Bucknell University 3
LAC #36 Pitzer College 1
LAC #37 Lafayette College 6
LAC #40 Franklin & Marshall College 1
LAC #40 Whitman College 2
LAC #43 Occidental College 2
LAC #43 Trinity College 1
LAC #45 Bard College 1
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2014-2016 2012-2014 Total
All schools 81 39
#1 Princeton University 2 3 5
#2 Harvard College 2 1 3
#3 Yale University 1 1
#4 Columbia University 1 1
#4 University of Chicago 1 1
#4 Stanford University 1 1 2
#10 Johns Hopkins University 2 1 3
#10 California Institute of Technology 1 1
#12 Dartmouth College 1 2 3
#12 Northwestern University 1 2 3
#14 Brown University 1 1 2
#15 Vanderbilt University 1 1
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1 1
#15 Cornell University 1 1 2
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 1 2
#23 University of California: Los Angeles 2 2
#23 Carnegie Mellon University 1 1
#23 University of Southern California 5 5
#27 Wake Forest University 2 1 3
#27 Tufts University 4 3 7
#30 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1 1
#32 New York University 2 2
#33 University of Rochester 1 1
#34 Brandeis University 1 1
#37 University of California: Santa Barbara 1 1
#41 Boston University 1 1 2
#41 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 1
#47 Northeastern University 1 1
#47 Lehigh University 2 2
#51 University of Miami 2 1 3
#61 Clemson University 1 1
#61 Southern Methodist University 5 5
#72 American University 4 2 6
#72 Baylor University 1 1
#75 Colorado School of Mines 1 1
#75 Michigan State University 2 2
#82 Miami University: Oxford 1 1
#86 University of Denver 5 4 9
#89 University of San Diego 2 2
#89 University of Vermont 1 1
#89 University of Colorado Boulder 23 23
#96 University of Alabama 1 1
#99 Drexel University 1 2 3
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2014-2016 2012-2014 Total
All schools 31 22
#1 Williams College 1 1
#4 Wellesley College 2 1 3
#4 Middlebury College 1 1 2
#8 Carleton College 1 1 2
#9 Claremont McKenna College 1 1
#9 Davidson College 1 1 2
#12 Vassar College 1 1 2
#14 Hamilton College 1 1
#14 Wesleyan University 1 1
#19 Colby College 1 1
#19 Colgate University 2 2
#19 Grinnell College 1 1 2
#23 Oberlin College 1 1
#25 Colorado College 1 1
#25 Bates College 1 1
#29 Scripps College 1 1
#32 Bucknell University 3 2 5
#36 Pitzer College 1 1
#37 Lafayette College 6 3 9
#40 Dickinson College 1 1
#40 Franklin & Marshall College 1 1
#40 Whitman College 2 1 3
#43 Occidental College 2 2 4
#43 Trinity College 1 1 2
#45 Bard College 1 2 3

Academics

AP

(13)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Chinese Language and Culture
Computer Science A
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Chinese Language and Culture
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
French Language and Culture
Human Geography
Physics B
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
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Contact Info

http://www.dawsonschool.org
10455 Dawson Drive, Lafayette, CO 80026-0800
(303)665-6679
admissions@dawsonschool.org.
Colorado

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: Grades Kindergarten-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1970
Campus Size: 107 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Pre Interview: No Requirement
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL
School Code:
TOEFL: 8003
SSAT: 1183
ISEE: 61704
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Frequently Ask Questions about Alexander Dawson School

Tell me a bit about Alexander Dawson School.
Alexander Dawson School is Co-ed private day school located in Colorado, US. It was founded 1970 , and currently has about 514 students, 18.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.dawsonschool.org.
Does Alexander Dawson School have rigorous academic requirements?
Alexander Dawson School is offering 13 AP courses.

Alexander Dawson School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Alexander Dawson School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2014-2016, some students attended Princeton University, Harvard College, Stanford University, California Institute of Technology and Johns Hopkins University.
What is the application requirement for Alexander Dawson School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Alexander Dawson School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Alexander Dawson School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Alexander Dawson School in 2024 is $22,900 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@dawsonschool.org. .
Where is Alexander Dawson School located?
Alexander Dawson School is located in the State of Colorado of USA. The closest major city is Denver, which is about 28 miles away from school. Most families can choose Denver International Airport to travel in and out of school.
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Yes, here are few: Longmont Christian School, Holy Family High School and Belleview Christian School.

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Nearby City

Denver, Colorado
Denver, the capital of Colorado, is a vibrant city blending modern culture with Old West heritage. Known for its historic Larimer Square and iconic 19th-century architecture, Denver offers a rich arts scene with institutions like the Denver Art Museum, celebrated for its indigenous collections. The city is also a gateway to outdoor adventures, with nearby ski resorts in the Rocky Mountains. Denver’s diverse neighborhoods, craft breweries, and cultural landmarks make it a dynamic hub for both residents and visitors.
Population (2022) 598,707
Cost of Living Higher than average 12%
Nearby Airport Denver International Airport
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