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3.6 Illinois, US
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School Overview

At Morgan Park Academy we embrace an overriding desire to inspire students to lead lives of purpose, to learn to work hard, to strive for excellence, and to appreciate the diversity that exists in this world.
The mission of MPA is to prepare our students, via a rigorous liberal arts program, to succeed in college and life by helping them to appreciate their own uniqueness as contributing members of a diverse community; develop intellectually, physically, creatively, emotionally, and socially; cultivate personal integrity and social responsibility; and make a positive difference in the world.
Students at Morgan Park Academy will appreciate their own uniqueness as contributing members of a diverse community; develop intellectually, physically, creatively, emotionally, and socially; and cultivate personal integrity and social responsibility.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$25000
Enrollment
430
International Students
17%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
67%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
15
Average ACT Score
26
Class Size
13

Matriculation

(2007-2014)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#3 Yale University 1 +
#4 Columbia University 1 +
#4 Stanford University 1 +
#4 University of Chicago 1 +
#8 Duke University 1 +
#9 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#10 California Institute of Technology 1 +
#10 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#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 +
#21 Emory University 1 +
#21 Georgetown University 1 +
#23 University of California: Los Angeles 1 +
#23 University of Southern California 1 +
#26 University of Virginia 1 +
#27 Tufts University 1 +
#27 Wake Forest University 1 +
#29 University of Michigan 1 +
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2007-2014 Total
All schools 24
#1 Princeton University 1 + 1
#3 Yale University 1 + 1
#4 Columbia University 1 + 1
#4 Stanford University 1 + 1
#4 University of Chicago 1 + 1
#8 Duke University 1 + 1
#9 University of Pennsylvania 1 + 1
#10 Johns Hopkins University 1 + 1
#10 California Institute of Technology 1 + 1
#12 Northwestern University 1 + 1
#12 Dartmouth College 1 + 1
#14 Brown University 1 + 1
#15 Cornell University 1 + 1
#15 Vanderbilt University 1 + 1
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1 + 1
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 + 1
#21 Emory University 1 + 1
#21 Georgetown University 1 + 1
#23 University of California: Los Angeles 1 + 1
#23 University of Southern California 1 + 1
#26 University of Virginia 1 + 1
#27 Tufts University 1 + 1
#27 Wake Forest University 1 + 1
#29 University of Michigan 1 + 1

Academics

AP

(15)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
Environmental Science
Music Theory
Physics 1
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Sports

(5)
Baseball
Basketball
Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(30)
Amnesty international
Arts council
Athletic club
Band
Book club
Caligraphy
Amnesty international
Arts council
Athletic club
Band
Book club
Caligraphy
Chess
Chorus
Dance for life
Drama and musicals
Film club
French club
Girl scouts
Improv theater
Knitting
Mandarin club
Math club
Mock trial
Model UN
Origami club
Photography
Robotics
Service club
Sign language
Spanish cub
Student council
Student newspaper
Tech help desk
Yearbook
WYSE
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Contact Info

http://www.morganparkacademy.org/page
2153 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60643
773-881-8409
lhensel@morganparkacademy.org
Illinois

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: K-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1873
Campus Size: 20 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: None / Rolling
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Pre Interview: No Requirement
Other Accepted Scores: SSAT,ISEE
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Frequently Ask Questions about Morgan Park Academy

Tell me a bit about Morgan Park Academy.
Morgan Park Academy is Co-ed private day school located in Illinois, US. It was founded 1873 , and currently has about 430 students, 17.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.morganparkacademy.org/page.
Does Morgan Park Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Morgan Park Academy is offering 15 AP courses.

Morgan Park Academy also have 67% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Morgan Park Academy students typically go for their colleges?
In 2007-2014, some students attended Princeton University, Yale University, Columbia University, Stanford University and University of Chicago.
What is the application requirement for Morgan Park Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Morgan Park Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Morgan Park Academy’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Morgan Park Academy in 2024 is $25,000 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 lhensel@morganparkacademy.org .
Where is Morgan Park Academy located?
Morgan Park Academy is located in the State of Illinois of USA. The closest major city is Chicago, which is about 13 miles away from school. Most families can choose O‘Hare International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Morgan Park Academy on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Morgan Park Academy is within top 800 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Morgan Park Academy has been favorited by 7 users.
How to start with an application with Morgan Park Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Morgan Park Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Morgan Park Academy’s official site: http://www.morganparkacademy.org/page or call them at 773-881-8409.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Morgan Park Academy?
Yes, here are few: Plaid Academy, St. Cajetan Elementary School and St. Christina School.

The closest major city is Chicago. You can find out more schools near Chicago here.
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Nearby City

Chicago, Illinois
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%
Nearby Airport O‘Hare International Airport
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