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School Overview

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Sem is a suburban school in a small, historic city - Kingston. The student population is diverse and Sem boasts representation from 17 states and 35 countries. Two-thirds of our faculty live on campus. All students participate in at least one of over 20 varsity sports, a broad range of extracurricular activities, and community service programs. Extensive opportunities are available in performing and fine arts. Sem offers 160 courses (including 24 AP), small classes, challenging electives, and a student/teacher ratio of 8:1. Graduates are accepted to highly competitive colleges. We invite you to discover more about Sem and see why so many of our students and alumni have found their experience here has prepared them for success now and in the future.

Wyoming Seminary inspires students to lead lives of integrity, purpose, and excellence by developing the critical skills
and spirit of community necessary to succeed and serve in a global society - Mission Statement
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$65320
Enrollment
471
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
56%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$60 millions
AP
24
Average SAT Score
1225
Average ACT Score
26
Class Size
13
Boarding %
37

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2020-2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 4
#2 Columbia University 4
#2 Harvard College 2
#5 Yale University 1
#6 Stanford University 1
#6 University of Chicago 1
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1
#9 Duke University 1
#9 Northwestern University 1

AP Scores

(2020)
Number of students took AP test
176
Number of tests taken
322
50%
31%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(24)
Calculus AB
Environmental Science
European History
Music Theory
Spanish Language and Culture
Latin
Calculus AB
Environmental Science
European History
Music Theory
Spanish Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Literature and Culture
Chemistry
Computer Science A
French Language and Culture
United States Government and Politics
United States History
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Macroeconomics
Physics 1
English Language and Composition
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Sports

(14)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rowing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(43)
3-D Printing Club
Artisan Club
Art Sustainability Club
Asian Culture Club
Baking Club
Blue Crew (orientation and activities committee)
3-D Printing Club
Artisan Club
Art Sustainability Club
Asian Culture Club
Baking Club
Blue Crew (orientation and activities committee)
Business Club
Chess Club
Classics Club
Coding Club
Dance Marathon Committee
Debate Club
DJ Club
Dude.Be Nice
Engineering Club
Environmental Club
eSports Club
Film Club
French Club
History Club
HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America)
International Club
Investment Club
IT Club
Literature Club
Math Club
Mock Trial
Model United Nations
Nerdvana
Peer Group
Philosophy Club
Photography Club
PRISM (Gender Sexuality Alliance)
Religious Diversity Club
Science Olympiad
Science Research Group
Sem Against Animal Cruelty
Ski Club
SOCA (Students of Color Alliance)
Soundboard
Spanish Club
Sports Career Club
True Blue Spirit Club
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Arts

(8)
Dance
Drama
Jazz
Music
Percussion
Theater
Dance
Drama
Jazz
Music
Percussion
Theater
Digital Art
Writing
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Contact Info

http://www.wyomingseminary.org
201 North Sprague Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704
570-270-2160
admission@wyomingseminary.org
Pennsylvania

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1844
Campus Size: 22 acres
Boarding Rate: 37%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Skype
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
School Code:
TOEFL: 2230
SSAT: 8344
ISEE: 395575
Spots for Chinese Students Next Year: 6 - 8

Frequently Ask Questions about Wyoming Seminary

Tell me a bit about Wyoming Seminary.
Wyoming Seminary is Co-ed private boarding school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1844 , and currently has about 471 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.wyomingseminary.org.
Does Wyoming Seminary have rigorous academic requirements?
Wyoming Seminary is offering 24 AP courses.

In recent years, 50 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Wyoming Seminary also have 56% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Wyoming Seminary students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 14.71% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 4.79% go to top 25, and about 2.64% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Wyoming Seminary?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Wyoming Seminary’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Wyoming Seminary’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Wyoming Seminary in 2024 is $65,320 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@wyomingseminary.org .
Where is Wyoming Seminary located?
Wyoming Seminary is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA.
How popular is Wyoming Seminary on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Wyoming Seminary is among the most popular schools, within top 40 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Wyoming Seminary has been favorited by 821 users.
How to start with an application with Wyoming Seminary?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Wyoming Seminary. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Wyoming Seminary’s official site: http://www.wyomingseminary.org or call them at 570-270-2160.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Wyoming Seminary?
Yes, here are few: Blair Academy,

What is the FindingSchool rating for Wyoming Seminary?
The overall rating for Wyoming Seminary is A-.

The section ratings of Wyoming Seminary are:
A- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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%
Nearby Airport Philadelphia International Airport

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