Overview

Detroit Country Day School offers students from pre-school through high school an exemplary education rooted in academic vigor and a commitment to the full development of each student's potential. Detroit Country Day School provides a superior college preparatory, liberal arts education to young people of cultural and intellectual diversity. Detroit Country Day School promotes each student's in-depth exploration of the fine arts, from basic art concepts in pre-school to a full conservatory program in the upper grades. Equally important, the school promotes the moral, character and leadership development of all students, enabling them to achieve excellence in their lives and careers, and play effective roles in their families and communities. Detroit Country Day School also guides students in their physical development, believing it essential to the emergence of a well-rounded individual. It offers a superior liberal arts curriculum at all levels, emphasizing Advanced Placement and college-level courses in grades nine through twelve. The prestigious International Baccalaureate program, originally adopted by the school in 1980, qualifies graduates for international university admission or sophomore standing in many American colleges. Every Detroit Country Day School graduate earns acceptance at four-year colleges and universities.
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Detroit Country Day School With Reviews, Requirements 2024 | FindingSchool

B Day
C Matriculation
A Academics
A+ Extracurricular activities
B+ Community
C Reviews

Day S. Grades: PreSchool-12
Co-ed
Urban
ESL: No
Day S. Tuition: $39,300
# of Students: 1,522
Teacher:Student: 1:8%
AP Courses: 22
Endowment: $24,310/stu.
Faculty w/ adv. degree: 69%
SAT: 1306/1600
IB: No

Matriculation

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AP Scores

(2021)
Number of students took AP test
232
Number of tests taken
486
84%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(Total 22)
Art History
Chemistry
Environmental Science
European History
French Language and Culture
German Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
Latin
Biology
Art History
Chemistry
Environmental Science
European History
French Language and Culture
German Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
Latin
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Statistics
Macroeconomics
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
Chinese Language and Culture
Physics 1
English Literature and Composition
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
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IB Courses

(Total 12)
IB German
IB Latin
IB Spanish
IB Global Politics
IB History of the Americas
IB Information Technology in a Global Society
IB Environmental Systems and Societies
IB Applications and Interpretations
IB Calculus
IB Pre-Calculus
IB German
IB Latin
IB Spanish
IB Global Politics
IB History of the Americas
IB Information Technology in a Global Society
IB Environmental Systems and Societies
IB Applications and Interpretations
IB Calculus
IB Pre-Calculus
IB Art
IB Theory of Knowledge
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Sports

(Total 21)
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Field Hockey
Figure Skating
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Field Hockey
Figure Skating
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Sailing
Skiing
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(Total 50)
Bella Voce (Choir)
Botany Club
Ceramics
Chamber Music
Chess
Community Service
Computer Competitions
Day Times (Newspaper)
Destination Imagination
Digital Filmmaking
Bella Voce (Choir)
Botany Club
Ceramics
Chamber Music
Chess
Community Service
Computer Competitions
Day Times (Newspaper)
Destination Imagination
Digital Filmmaking
Environmental Science
Entrepreneurship
Federal Reserve Challenge
Forensics
French Club
German Club
Guitar
Global Youth Leadership Initiative
Hip Hop Appreciation Club
IDEA/LAB
Investment
Japan Club
Jazz Band
Junior Classic League
Knitting
Mandarin Chinese
Math Competition
Metals
Model United Nations (Applications)
M.E.A.L.L. (Motivational Enthusiastic Active Leadership League)
Off the Wall (Climbing)
Outdoor Adventure
IB Science Club
Quilting
Quiz Bowl
Recycling Club
Robotics
Science Olympiad
Science Research
Solo and Ensemble Club
Spectrum
Sports Video
Sting Media
Students Against Destructive Decisions
Tolkien Society
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Word Games
Yoga
Yearbook
Youth in Government
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Arts

(Total 26)
Acting
Band
Choir
Dance
Music
Music Theory
Production
Singing
Theater
Animation
Acting
Band
Choir
Dance
Music
Music Theory
Production
Singing
Theater
Animation
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Media
Drawing
Film
Filmmaking
Painting
Photography
Sculpture
Studio Art
Studio Production
Art
Debate
Design
Mixed Media
Writing
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Basic Info

Year Founded: 1914
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE

Brief Reviews

(Total 1)
4.0/ 5
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Detailed Reviews

(Total 0)
0.0 / 5 Overall
0.0 / 5 Academics
0.0 / 5 Campus
0.0 / 5 Student Life
0.0 / 5 Athletic&Art
0.0 / 5 Transportation
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Frequently Ask Questions about Detroit Country Day School

Tell me a bit about Detroit Country Day School.
Detroit Country Day School is Co-ed private day school located in Michigan, US. It was founded 1914 , and currently has about 1522 students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.dcds.edu.
Does Detroit Country Day School have rigorous academic requirements?
Detroit Country Day School is offering 22 AP courses.

Detroit Country Day School also have 69% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Detroit Country Day School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2018-2022, some students attended Princeton University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard College, Stanford University and Yale University.
What is the application requirement for Detroit Country Day School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Detroit Country Day 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 Detroit Country Day School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Detroit Country Day School in 2024 is $39,300 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 TBearden@dcds.edu .
Where is Detroit Country Day School located?
Detroit Country Day School is located in the State of Michigan of USA. The closest major city is Detroit, which is about 15 miles away from school. Most families can choose Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Detroit Country Day School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Detroit Country Day School is within top 600 for all schools on FindingSchool.

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Also it is highly recommended to visit Detroit Country Day School’s official site: https://www.dcds.edu or call them at 248-646-7717.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Detroit Country Day School?
Yes, here are few: Southfield Christian School, Cranbrook Schools and The International School.

The closest major city is Detroit. You can find out more schools near Detroit here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Detroit Country Day School?
The overall rating for Detroit Country Day School is B.

The section ratings of Detroit Country Day School are:
C for Matriculation
A for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
C for Students and Parents reviews
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