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The Hun School of Princeton is an independent college preparatory school in Princeton, NJ. A Co-educational day and boarding school, The Hun School serves 645 students from 18 states and 30 countries in grades 6-PG.

The Hun School provides a diverse community that places a high value on creative and rigorous traditional college preparatory curriculum in a structured environment; develops character, community and values; meets the students’ differing talents, interests and academic needs through a supportive staff in a variety of programs; and encourages students to widen their horizons, gain an appreciation for and an excitement about learning and achieve their full potential.

The Hun School combines deep roots in Princeton with a truly national and international student body. We balance the traditional college preparatory curriculum with one-on-one attention to the unique talents of every student, academic rigor with exciting arts and competitive athletics. The Hun School is a dynamic community where learning is a passion and each day is infused with a spirit of joy.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$73700
Enrollment
691
International Students
17%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$30 millions
AP
24
Average SAT Score
1271
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
16
Boarding %
40%

Matriculation


Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#3 Yale University 1
LAC #1 Williams College 1
#6 University of Chicago 1
#7 University of Pennsylvania 5
#10 Duke University 1
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#13 Brown University 4
#13 Vanderbilt University 1
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 2
#17 Cornell University 2
#22 Carnegie Mellon University 1
#22 Emory University 3
#22 Georgetown University 1
#25 New York University 2
#25 University of Michigan 1
#25 University of Southern California 1
#25 University of Virginia 1
#29 Wake Forest University 4
#32 Tufts University 3
#34 University of California: Irvine 1
#36 Boston College 2
#36 University of Rochester 2
#38 University of Texas at Austin 1
#38 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1
#41 Boston University 2
#44 Case Western Reserve University 1
#44 Northeastern University 7
#51 Lehigh University 4
#51 Purdue University 2
#51 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1
#51 Villanova University 1
#55 University of Miami 2
#55 University of Washington 1
LAC #11 Washington and Lee University 1
#62 George Washington University 4
#62 University of Pittsburgh 1
#62 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1
LAC #13 Smith College 1
LAC #13 Vassar College 1
#67 University of Massachusetts Amherst 1
#72 American University 1
#72 Fordham University 2
#72 Indiana University Bloomington 1
LAC #15 Hamilton College 1
#77 Clemson University 1
#83 Stevens Institute of Technology 4
#83 University of Iowa 1
#89 Elon University 1
#89 University of Delaware 1
LAC #18 Barnard College 1
LAC #18 Colgate University 1
LAC #18 Haverford College 1
LAC #18 University of Richmond 2
LAC #18 Wesleyan University 2
#97 University of Illinois at Chicago 1
#105 Drexel University 1
#111 Drew University 1
#115 Fairfield University 2
#115 Loyola University Chicago 1
LAC #24 Colby College 1
#121 University of Vermont 1
LAC #25 Bates College 1
#127 Thomas Jefferson University: East Falls 1
#127 University of Oklahoma 1
LAC #31 Bryn Mawr College 1
#182 University of Rhode Island 1
LAC #37 Bucknell University 3
LAC #39 Denison University 1
LAC #39 Lafayette College 3
LAC #39 Skidmore College 1
LAC #39 Trinity College 1
LAC #51 Dickinson College 1
#285 Portland State University 1
#317 Alvernia University 1
#317 Morgan State University 1
Alfred University 1
College of Charleston 1
Community College of Baltimore County 1
Concordia University 1
Franklin & Marshall College 1
Marist College 1
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 3
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University 1
parsons school of design 1
Penn State University Park 1
Providence College 1
Rollins College 2
Rutgers University 1
Saint Joseph's University 1
Savannah College of Art and Design 1
The College of New Jersey 1
United States Coast Guard Academy 1
United States Military Academy 1
University of Colorado Boulder 1
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 4
University of Maryland: College Park 1
University of New Brunswick 3
University of Tennessee: Knoxville 1
University of Waterloo 1
Washington & Jefferson College 1
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2021 2020 2018 Total
All schools 103 66 78 61 57
#1 Princeton University 1 1 1 + 1 4
#3 Stanford University 1 1
#3 Harvard College 1 1
#5 Yale University 1 2 3
#6 University of Pennsylvania 5 1 1 1 + 1 9
#7 Duke University 1 1 + 1 3
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 1 + 2
#9 Northwestern University 1 1 + 2
#9 Brown University 4 1 1 + 6
#12 Cornell University 2 1 1 + 4
#12 University of Chicago 1 3 1 + 5
#12 Columbia University 2 1 + 3
#15 University of California: Los Angeles 2 1 + 1 4
#15 University of California: Berkeley 1 1 + 1 3
#17 Rice University 1 + 1
#18 Vanderbilt University 1 1 1 1 + 1 5
#18 Dartmouth College 1 1
#20 University of Notre Dame 2 2
#21 University of Michigan 1 1 + 2 4
#22 Georgetown University 1 1 1 1 + 4
#22 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1 + 1
#24 Carnegie Mellon University 1 1 1 1 4
#24 Washington University in St. Louis 2 1 2 5
#24 University of Virginia 1 1
#24 Emory University 3 1 1 + 5
#28 University of Florida 1 1
#28 University of Southern California 1 1 1 + 1 4
#28 University of California: San Diego 1 + 1
#33 University of California: Irvine 1 1
#33 Georgia Institute of Technology 1 1
#35 New York University 2 1 3 1 + 4 11
#35 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 1 1 + 2 5
#38 University of Texas at Austin 1 1
#39 Boston College 2 1 1 1 + 1 6
#40 Rutgers University 1 1 1 1 + 3 7
#40 Tufts University 3 1 1 + 1 6
#40 University of Washington 1 1
#43 Boston University 2 1 1 + 1 5
#47 University of Rochester 2 1 3 1 + 7
#47 Wake Forest University 4 1 2 1 + 8
#47 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 1 1 + 3
#47 Lehigh University 4 1 1 1 + 3 10
#51 Purdue University 2 1 1 + 1 5
#53 Northeastern University 7 1 7 1 + 1 17
#53 College of William and Mary 1 1 2
#53 Florida State University 1 1
#53 Case Western Reserve University 1 1 2
#58 University of Connecticut 1 1 + 2
#60 Michigan State University 1 1 2
#60 Brandeis University 2 1 + 3
#60 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1 1 1 + 1 4
#67 Syracuse University 1 1 + 3 5
#67 Villanova University 1 1 2 1 + 5
#67 George Washington University 4 1 2 1 + 1 9
#67 University of Pittsburgh 1 1 + 1 3
#67 University of Miami 2 2 1 + 2 7
#67 University of Massachusetts Amherst 1 1 1 + 3
#73 Tulane University 1 1 2
#73 Indiana University Bloomington 1 1 1 3
#76 Pepperdine University 1 + 1
#76 University of Delaware 1 2 1 + 2 6
#76 Stevens Institute of Technology 4 1 1 + 6
#82 University of Illinois at Chicago 1 1 2
#82 Worcester Polytechnic Institute 1 1
#83 University of California: Riverside 1 1
#86 Clemson University 1 1 1 3
#89 Fordham University 2 1 1 1 + 3 8
#89 Southern Methodist University 1 1 2
#93 University of Iowa 1 1
#93 Baylor University 1 1
#98 Drexel University 1 1 2 1 + 2 7
#98 Texas Christian University 1 1 + 3 5
#98 Rochester Institute of Technology 1 1 + 2
#105 University of Colorado Boulder 1 3 1 + 2 7
#105 San Diego State University 1 1
#105 Saint Louis University 1 1
#105 University of Tennessee: Knoxville 1 1 + 2
#105 George Mason University 1 + 1
#105 Arizona State University 1 1 1 + 3
#105 American University 1 1 1 + 3
#115 University of San Francisco 1 1
#115 University of Arizona 1 1
#124 Fairfield University 2 1 1 1 + 5
#124 University of Oklahoma 1 1
#133 University of Vermont 1 1 1 1 + 4
#133 Elon University 1 1 2 4
#133 SUNY University at Albany 1 1
#133 Miami University: Oxford 1 1 + 2
#137 University of Alabama 1 1 2
#142 Thomas Jefferson University: East Falls 1 1
#142 Loyola University Chicago 1 1
#151 Colorado State University 1 + 1
#151 University of Rhode Island 1 1
#159 University of Kentucky 1 1
#163 University of Mississippi 1 1
#163 Rowan University 7 7
#178 Catholic University of America 1 + 1
#209 West Chester University of Pennsylvania 1 1
#216 Texas Tech University 1 1
#227 Widener University 1 1
#227 Nova Southeastern University 1 1
#249 Pace University 1 1 + 2
#269 Northern Illinois University-DeKalb-IL 2 2
#280 Portland State University 1 2 3
#296 Alvernia University 1 1
#332 Morgan State University 1 1
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 4 1 1 + 6
Penn State University Park 1 1 1 + 2 5
University of Maryland: College Park 1 1 1 1 + 1 5
University of Nebraska - Lincoln 1 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2021 2020 2018 Total
All schools 29 18 17 16 22
#1 Williams College 1 1 2
#2 Amherst College 1 1
#3 United States Naval Academy 1 1 + 1 3
#4 Swarthmore College 1 1 1 3
#9 Bowdoin College 1 + 1
#11 Wesleyan University 2 1 2 1 + 6
#11 Barnard College 1 1 1 + 1 4
#16 Davidson College 1 2 3
#16 Hamilton College 1 1 1 3
#16 Smith College 1 1
#16 Vassar College 1 1 2
#21 Washington and Lee University 1 1 2
#21 Haverford College 1 1 2
#21 Colgate University 1 1 + 1 3
#24 Bates College 1 1 + 2
#25 Colby College 1 1 + 1 3
#25 University of Richmond 2 1 1 + 4
#27 College of the Holy Cross 1 + 1 2
#30 Lafayette College 3 1 1 1 + 2 8
#30 Bryn Mawr College 1 1 2
#30 Bucknell University 3 1 1 + 5
#33 Colorado College 1 + 1
#35 Franklin & Marshall College 1 1 1 + 2 5
#38 Skidmore College 1 1 2
#38 Union College 1 1
#39 Trinity College 1 1 1 1 4
#39 Spelman College 1 1
#39 Denison University 1 1 2
#45 Union College 1 1
#46 Dickinson College 1 1 1 + 2 5
#46 Connecticut College 1 1
#59 St. Lawrence University 1 1
#63 Gettysburg College 1 1 + 3 5
#70 Hobart and William Smith Colleges 1 1 + 2
#70 Muhlenberg College 1 1
#86 Ursinus College 1 1
#93 Drew University 1 2 3
#116 Ohio Wesleyan University 1 1
#124 Goucher College 1 1
Oberlin College 1 1
United States Military Academy 1 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2021 2020 2018 Total
All schools 5 1 0 0 0
#1 University of Toronto 1 1
#9 University of Waterloo 1 1
#21 Concordia University 1 1
#26 University of New Brunswick 3 3
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2021 2020 2018 Total
All schools 0 4 0 0 0
#8 University of Glasgow 1 1
#12 Queen Mary, University of London 1 1
#33 University of St. Andrews 1 1
#58 Anglia Ruskin University 1 1

Academics

AP

(24)
Biology
Computer Science A
Environmental Science
European History
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Computer Science A
Environmental Science
European History
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
United States History
Psychology
Latin
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Studio Art: Drawing
United States Government and Politics
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Computer Science Principles
Physics 1
Physics 2
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
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Sports

(16)
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rowing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(71)
Business Club
Computer Science Club
Debate Club
Edgerstounian (yearbook)
Environmental Awareness Club
Females in Finance
Business Club
Computer Science Club
Debate Club
Edgerstounian (yearbook)
Environmental Awareness Club
Females in Finance
FTC Robotics
Hun Review
Investment Club
Math Competition Club Mind Games
National Junior Classical League
Philosophy Club
Poetry Society
Rocketry Club
Scientific Research Club
The Mall (student newspaper)
Asian Culture Club
Black Student Union
Buongiorno Italia Diversity Club
European Culture Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Female Athlete Network
Francophone Culture Club
Gender and Sexuality Awareness
Gender Equity Matters
Greek Culture Club
Hispanic Culture Club
Jewish Culture Club
Masala Club
Middle Eastern Society Young Able Voices
Animation Club
Arts in Action Club
Asian Rap Club
Calligraphy and Modern Art Fashion Club
Film Club
Guitar Club
Improv Club
Music Unite
Music Production Club
Photography Club Conservative Club
Model Congress
Model UN
Politicon
Afghan Outreach Club
Cancer Awareness Club Community Service Club
Doctors Without Bordersm
The First Book
First Responders Club
The Gift of Sight Club
Operation Smile
Paws Cause
Red Cross Club
Special Olympics of New Jersey
Automotive Enthusiast Club
Badminton Club
Cereal Club
Connections Club
The Golf Club
Hungeon Club
Lettuce Club
Outing Club
Ping Pong Club
Poker Club
Rubik’s Cube Club
Self-Starters Club
Ski Club
Spikeball Club
Sports Stats and Analytics
Tabletop Games Club
Tasting Club
Zombie Appreciation Club
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Arts

(21)
Chamber Orchestra
Chorus
Dance
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Chamber Orchestra
Chorus
Dance
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Tech Theater
Acting
Theater
Animation
Ceramics
Drawing
Media
Painting
Photography
Studio Art
Architecture
2D Studio Art
Sculpture
Video Production
Woodworking
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Suburban
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1914
Campus Size: 40 acres
Boarding Rate: 40%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/31
Interview: On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: IELTS
School Code:
TOEFL: 9235
SSAT: 4042
ISEE: 311260
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Hun School of Princeton

Tell me a bit about The Hun School of Princeton.
The Hun School of Princeton is Co-ed private boarding school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1914 , and currently has about 691 students, 17.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.hunschool.org/.
Does The Hun School of Princeton have rigorous academic requirements?
The Hun School of Princeton is offering 24 AP courses.

The Hun School of Princeton also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Hun School of Princeton students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 17.52% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 20.44% go to top 25, and about 9.49% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Hun School of Princeton?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Hun School of Princeton’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for The Hun School of Princeton’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for The Hun School of Princeton in 2024 is $73,700 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 admiss@hunschool.org .
Where is The Hun School of Princeton located?
The Hun School of Princeton is located in the State of New Jersey of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 36 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
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Please share a few nearby schools that are close to The Hun School of Princeton?
Yes, here are few: Princeton International School of Mathematics and Science, The Lawrenceville School and The Pennington School.

The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Hun School of Princeton?
The overall rating for The Hun School of Princeton is A.

The section ratings of The Hun School of Princeton are:
A for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Population (2022) 1,447,395
Cost of Living Higher than average 7%

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