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Located on 125 acres in Western Massachusetts, Williston has a history dating back to 1841. Williston’s 420 students (72 % boarding and 28% day) come from 28 countries and 25 US states. All Williston students take part in Williston’s Comprehensive Program for Academic and Social Success, known as COMPASS, which unifies our CORE Life and Leadership Program, our Williston Scholars program, our College Advising program, our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging program, and our Center for Academic Success (Academic Suport). At the core of the Williston experience is our balance of academic excellence and support - students choose from 145 courses, 52 of which are AP or honors level, and they utilize our Writing Center, our Math Center, and our Science Center, as well as more formalized academic support. Additionally, Williston has a long history of athletic excellence – Williston has won 18 NEPSAC championships in the last five years, and over 35% of our graduating seniors have gone on to play at the college level in the last 5 years.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$76600
Enrollment
420
International Students
24%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
81%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$60 millions
AP
25
Average SAT Score
1192
Average ACT Score
26.5
Class Size
12
Boarding %
72

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2020-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#2 Columbia University 4
#2 Harvard College 2
#5 Yale University 4
LAC #1 Williams College 5
#6 University of Chicago 1
#8 University of Pennsylvania 4
#9 Duke University 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1

AP Scores

(2022-2023)
Number of students took AP test
221
Number of tests taken
463
20%
29%
27%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(25)
Biology
Calculus AB
European History
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Biology
Calculus AB
European History
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Environmental Science
Microeconomics
Music Theory
United States History
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Comparative Government and Politics
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
United States Government and Politics
Physics 2
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Physics 2
Physics 1
Computer Science Principles
Macroeconomics
World History
Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Sports

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Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Water Polo
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(32)
Community Service Club
Creative Writing Club
Film Club
Fishing Club
Girls Support Girls
Jewish Club
Community Service Club
Creative Writing Club
Film Club
Fishing Club
Girls Support Girls
Jewish Club
Math Team
Science Club
Sustainability Club
Wildest Cats
Williston Democrats
Black Student Union
Boys to Men
Chinese Martial Arts Club
Choir (all) *Includes Fusion
Dance Club
Designer's Club
DoSomething Club
Entrepreneur Club
Gold Key
Grillin’ and Chillin’
GSA (Gender & Sexuality Alliance)
Instrumental Ensemble
Investment Club
Janus (Literary Magazine)
LatinX Club
The Log (Student Yearbook)
Mountain Bike Club
Multicultural Student Union
Photography Club
Ping Pong/Table Tennis Club
The Willistonian (Student Newspaper)
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Arts

(15)
Acting
Choir
Music Theory
Playwriting
3D Fabrication
Ceramics
Acting
Choir
Music Theory
Playwriting
3D Fabrication
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Film Production
Painting
Sculpture
Studio Art
Architecture
Digital Design
Documentary
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http://www.williston.com
19 Payson Avenue, Easthampton, MA 01027
413-529-3241
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Massachusetts

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1841
Campus Size: 125 acres
Boarding Rate: 72%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: On Campus, International Admission Visits
Pre Interview: No Requirement
School Code:
TOEFL: 8963
SSAT: 8230
ISEE: 220725
Spots for Chinese Students Next Year: 6

Frequently Ask Questions about Williston Northampton School

Tell me a bit about Williston Northampton School.
Williston Northampton School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1841 , and currently has about 420 students, 24.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.williston.com.
Does Williston Northampton School have rigorous academic requirements?
Williston Northampton School is offering 25 AP courses.

In recent years, 29 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Williston Northampton School also have 81% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Williston Northampton School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 16.15% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 5.38% go to top 25, and about 4.34% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Williston Northampton School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Williston Northampton 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 Williston Northampton School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Williston Northampton School in 2024 is $76,600 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 admission@williston.com .
Where is Williston Northampton School located?
Williston Northampton School is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA.
How popular is Williston Northampton School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Williston Northampton School is among the most popular schools, within top 27 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Williston Northampton School has been favorited by 918 users.
How to start with an application with Williston Northampton School?
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Also it is highly recommended to visit Williston Northampton School’s official site: http://www.williston.com or call them at 413-529-3241.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Williston Northampton School?
Yes, here are few: The MacDuffie School, Wilbraham & Monson Academy and Springfield Commonwealth Academy.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Williston Northampton School?
The overall rating for Williston Northampton School is A.

The section ratings of Williston Northampton School are:
A for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
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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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