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Data & methodology
Overall
A
Matriculation A
Academics A-
Extracurriculars A+
Community B
Reviews A-
A dynamic education that prepares you for the world you'll encounter.
A picturesque lakefront campus waiting to welcome you home.
A global alumni network encompassing leaders of industry, government, science, and education.
A community that prizes strength of character and good citizenship above all else.
At Culver Academies, our purpose is clear: to provide the best whole person education in the country. A coeducational boarding school for grades 9-12, Culver attracts students from all over the world and invites them to become part of the Culver Story, a story rooted in both tradition and innovation.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$65000
Enrollment
830
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
87%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$440 millions
AP
26
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
25
Class Size
14
Boarding %
100

Matriculation


Matriculation

(2022)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 4
#2 Harvard College 2
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1
#5 Yale University 1
#6 University of Chicago 4
#8 University of Pennsylvania 7
#9 Johns Hopkins University 2
#14 Brown University 1
#14 Vanderbilt University 2

AP Scores

(2019)
Number of tests taken
761

Academics

AP Courses

(26)
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Music Theory
Chinese Language and Culture
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Music Theory
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
Art History
Comparative Government and Politics
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
European History
Latin
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
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Sports

(17)
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Fencing
Floor Hockey
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Fencing
Floor Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Rowing
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(41)
Black Student Union (BSU)
Book Club
Boy Scouts Troop 209
CGA Rugby Club
Canoe Sports
Chess Club
Black Student Union (BSU)
Book Club
Boy Scouts Troop 209
CGA Rugby Club
Canoe Sports
Chess Club
Chinese Culture Club
Coding Club
Community Service Club
Cultural Corner (Diverse Conversations)
Culver Rifle Club
Culver Youth Community Organization (CYCO)
Discussing American Topics (DAT)
Diversity Council
Dungeons and Dragons Club
French Club
Green Life
Junior Classical League Latin Club
Knitting Club
Linguistic Olympiad
Math Forum
Model United Nations
Peer Coaching - Tutoring
Performing Caring Collaborating (PCC)
Quizbowl
Racquet Sports (badminton
table tennis
squash)
Review Line (formerly The Quill – literary magazine)
Robotics
Roll Call (Yearbook)
Science Club Student Ambassador Organization (SAO)
Shotgun Sports Club
Sin Fornteras
Spectrum (LGBTQ+ Alliance)
Speech Team
Stamp Club
Spiritual Life (Various Topics & Faiths)
Vedette
Women in STEM W.R.A.P. Women’s Rights Awareness Program
Writing Center
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Arts

(23)
Drawing
Painting
Ceramics
Sculpture
Digital Design
Digital Media
Drawing
Painting
Ceramics
Sculpture
Digital Design
Digital Media
Media
Photography
Video
Choir
Orchestra
Acting
Band
Guitar
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Theater
Art History
Film Studies
Portfolio
Video Production
Tech Theater
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1894
Campus Size: 1800 acres
Boarding Rate: 100%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Skype, On Campus, International Admission Visits
School Code:
TOEFL: 8111
SSAT: 2686
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Frequently Ask Questions about Culver Academies

Tell me a bit about Culver Academies.
Culver Academies is Co-ed private boarding school located in Indiana, US. It was founded 1894 , and currently has about 830 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.culver.org.
Does Culver Academies have rigorous academic requirements?
Culver Academies is offering 26 AP courses.

Culver Academies also have 87% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Culver Academies students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 20% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 10% go to top 25, and about 9% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Culver Academies?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Culver Academies’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Culver Academies’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Culver Academies in 2024 is $65,000 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 scott.joyner@culver.org .
Where is Culver Academies located?
Culver Academies is located in the State of Indiana of USA.
How popular is Culver Academies on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Culver Academies is among the most popular schools, within top 43 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Culver Academies has been favorited by 765 users.
How to start with an application with Culver Academies?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Culver Academies. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Culver Academies’s official site: http://www.culver.org or call them at 574-842-7100.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Culver Academies?
Yes, here are few: La Lumiere School,

What is the FindingSchool rating for Culver Academies?
The overall rating for Culver Academies is A.

The section ratings of Culver Academies are:
A for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
B for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Chicago, located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Illinois, is one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the U.S. Known for its iconic skyline, the city boasts architectural marvels such as the Willis Tower and John Hancock Center. Chicago is also home to world-class museums, including the Art Institute of Chicago, famous for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. With a rich cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a legacy in jazz and blues music, Chicago stands as a hub of history, culture, and innovation.

Population (2022) 2,853,114
Cost of Living Higher than average 22%
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