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School Overview

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A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A+
Extracurriculars A
Community A
Reviews A+
College Counseling Beautiful Campus Leadership Program Large number of AP and Honors classes Widely Admired Head of School
Suffield Academy has 420 students from more than 25 countries and 20 American states. The school is located between New York and Boston with easy access to major international airports. Suffield has distinctive four-year college counseling and leadership development programs. More than $100 million has been invested in the Suffield campus over the past decade with new facilities for academic, athletics, arts, and community life. In 2020 more than 1,000 students applied for 120 available spaces at Suffield Academy.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$74200
Enrollment
420
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$95 millions
AP
19
Average SAT Score
1380
Average ACT Score
29
Class Size
10
Boarding %
75

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#2 Columbia University 1 +
#2 Harvard College 1 +
#5 Yale University 1 +
LAC #2 Amherst College 1 +
#13 Dartmouth College 1 +
#14 Brown University 1 +
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 1 +
#17 Cornell University 1 +

AP Scores

(2020-2021)
Number of students took AP test
162
Number of tests taken
292
32%
25%
29%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(19)
Biology
Macroeconomics
Statistics
Microeconomics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Biology
Macroeconomics
Statistics
Microeconomics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Physics C: Mechanics
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Computer Science A
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Comparative Government and Politics
Psychology
United States History
Art History
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Sports

(19)
Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Riflery
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Volleyball
Water Polo
Wrestling
Crew
Fitness
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(12)
Bachelor Club
Chess Club
Christian Fellowship
DECA
Fishing Club
Investment Club
Bachelor Club
Chess Club
Christian Fellowship
DECA
Fishing Club
Investment Club
Law & Justice Club Knitting Club
Outing Club
Philosophy Club
Political Action Club
Pre-Health Club
What Would Ruth Bader Ginsburg Do? (WWRBGD)
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Arts

(22)
Studio Art
Ceramics
Photography
Graphic Design
Media
Image Making
Studio Art
Ceramics
Photography
Graphic Design
Media
Image Making
Vocal
Jazz
Music Media
Music Theory
Chamber Choir
Choir
Sculpture
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Contact Info

http://www.suffieldacademy.org
185 North Main Street, Suffield, CT 06078
860-386-4400
saadmit@suffieldacademy.org
Connecticut

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1833
Campus Size: 350 acres
Boarding Rate: 75%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Skype, On Campus
School Code:
TOEFL: 8627
SSAT: 7558

Frequently Ask Questions about Suffield Academy

Tell me a bit about Suffield Academy.
Suffield Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in Connecticut, US. It was founded 1833 , and currently has about 420 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.suffieldacademy.org.
Does Suffield Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Suffield Academy is offering 19 AP courses.

In recent years, 25 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Suffield Academy also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Suffield Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 27.97% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 17.8% go to top 25, and about 5.93% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Suffield Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Suffield 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 Suffield Academy’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Suffield Academy in 2024 is $74,200 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 saadmit@suffieldacademy.org .
Where is Suffield Academy located?
Suffield Academy is located in the State of Connecticut of USA.
How popular is Suffield Academy on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Suffield Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 45 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Suffield Academy has been favorited by 736 users.
How to start with an application with Suffield Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Suffield Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Suffield Academy’s official site: http://www.suffieldacademy.org or call them at 860-386-4400.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Suffield Academy?
Yes, here are few: The Loomis Chaffee School, The MacDuffie School and Springfield Commonwealth Academy.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Suffield Academy?
The overall rating for Suffield Academy is A+.

The section ratings of Suffield Academy are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, is the cultural and financial heart of New England. With a rich history dating back to the American Revolution, it is home to iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, the Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House. The city boasts prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT and is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving economy. Boston's blend of historical significance and modern innovation makes it one of the most influential cities in the U.S.
Population (2022) 609,023
Cost of Living Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport Logan International Airport

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