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School Overview

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Community A
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School by the Sea
A big school program with a small school's humanity, Tabor Academy offers a rigorous academic program that includes 20 AT courses, and numerous honors level courses across the curriculum. Located on the picturesque shore of Sippican Harbor, Tabor's stunning oceanfront campus is home to 500 students from across the globe. Small dormitories, which average 14 students, provides an exceptional residential program and cultivates a strong sense of community. Tabor graduates often matriculate to the most competitive colleges in the country.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$77,000
Enrollment
515
International Students
21%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
78%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$57 million
Average SAT Score
1299
Average ACT Score
24
Class Size
12
Boarding %
70

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2023-2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#2 Columbia University 2
#5 Yale University 1
#8 University of Pennsylvania 2
#9 Duke University 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
#9 Northwestern University 1
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#14 Brown University 3

AP Scores

(2022-2023)
Number of students who took AP tests
88
Number of tests taken
335
29%
28%
25%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

Tabor has 20 advanced Topics (“AT”) courses that students can choose and take the corresponding AP exams.

Sports

(16)
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(31)
A cappella groups (male and female)
Student Tech Help Desk
Juntos!
Community Service Board
You and Me (mentoring middle schoolers)
Peer Tutor Leaders
A cappella groups (male and female)
Student Tech Help Desk
Juntos!
Community Service Board
You and Me (mentoring middle schoolers)
Peer Tutor Leaders
Poetry Club
Operation Smile Club
Seawolf Cycling
Special Olympics Club
TASC (Tabor Academy Student Council)
GAINS (Girls Advance in Science)
GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance)
Global Partners
International Dinner
International Week
Trading Places
International Co-Heads
Tea Club
Baking Club
I Am That Girl
Latin Club
Seawolf Squash Group
Animation Studies Club
Breakfast Club
Sign Language Club
Backgammon Club
Environmental Club
Digital Music Club
Jazz Band
The Wave (fashion magazine)
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Arts

(19)
Ceramics
Photography
Studio Art
Acting
Chorus
Singing
Ceramics
Photography
Studio Art
Acting
Chorus
Singing
Wind Symphony
Digital Media
Digital Music
Drawing
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Costume Design
Design
Lighting Design
Writing
Digital Art
Wheelworking
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Contact Info

http://www.taboracademy.org
232 Front Street, Marion, MA 02738
508-291-8300
admissions@taboracademy.org
Massachusetts

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1876
Campus Size: 88 acres
Boarding Rate: 70%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: On Campus, International Admission Visits, Zoom
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
Other Accepted Scores: PSAT, SAT, Duolingo, IELTS
School Code:
TOEFL: 8062
SSAT: 7594
ISEE: 221330

Frequently Ask Questions about Tabor Academy

Tell me a bit about Tabor Academy.
Tabor Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1876 , and currently has about 515 students, 21.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.taboracademy.org.
Does Tabor Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
In recent years, 28 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Tabor Academy also have 78% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Tabor Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 23.13% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 6.8% go to top 25, and about 3.77% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Tabor Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Tabor Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Tabor Academy?
The total fee for Tabor Academy in 2024 is $77,000 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 admissions@taboracademy.org .
Where is Tabor Academy located?
Tabor Academy is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA. The closest major city is Boston, which is about 48 miles away from school. Most families can choose Logan International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Tabor Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Tabor Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 4 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Tabor Academy has been favorited by 1305 users.
How do I complete an application for Tabor Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Tabor Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Tabor Academy’s official site: http://www.taboracademy.org or call them at 508-291-8300.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Tabor Academy?
Yes, here are few: Portsmouth Abbey School, St. Andrew's School - RI and St. George's School.

The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Tabor Academy?
The overall rating for Tabor Academy is A.

The section ratings of Tabor 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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