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Midland School is a college preparatory boarding school located on a 2,860-acre campus in California at the edge of Los Padres National Forest. Since 1932, Midland has combined rigorous academics with hands-on, experiential learning that helps students develop independence, leadership, and confidence. With small classes, close faculty mentorship, and a highly personalized learning environment, students are encouraged to pursue intellectual curiosity while gaining real-world responsibility through daily life on campus. Midland’s intentional boarding experience fosters meaningful human connection, resilience, and strong communication skills in a technology-balanced environment. Our graduates go on to top colleges and universities across the United States and beyond, prepared not only for academic success, but for purposeful and engaged lives.

Boarding and Day · Co-ed College Prep · Grades 6–12 & Postgraduate · Hebron, Maine 40% Honors and AP classes · 21 Varsity and JV sports · Outdoor Education · Academic Guidance Support · Health and Wellness supports  · 100% college placement.  Belonging and Becoming.  Students from across the U.S. and around the world come to Hebron Academy to pursue their passion, broaden theirs perspective, and find their purpose in our community. Hebron’s faculty, led by our academic principles, empower students to become personally accountable and engaged in their learning and educational experience. At our small coed community of 250 students, we understand the value of providing students with the knowledge, guidance, and support necessary to make informed, educated, and healthy life choices. Hebron’s mission emphasizes cultivating a culture of trust, respect for self and others, and inclusion. The resulting warm, welcoming and nurturing community provides a strong foundation of support and enables our focus on mental health and wellness promotion to permeate broadly throughout our students’ experience. By teaching life skills, offering a comprehensive approach to academic coaching, promoting social connectedness, identifying students at risk, encouraging health seeking behaviors, and providing evidenced-based mental health services, we are committed to supporting the holistic needs of our student body. Along with the effectiveness of the supports available, care and consideration are maintained to ensure easy access, without stigma, for all.

Hawai’i Preparatory Academy provides boarding students in grades 6-12 (plus Post-Graduate) with a full range of academic and extra-curricular experiences in a safe, small close-knit community. The school takes advantage of its unique location with access to the ocean, volcanoes, biological and climatic diversity, unparalleled opportunities in researching environmental sustainability, as well as a rich Hawaiian history and culture. HPA also offers a summer school for students from around the world. Hawai’i Preparatory Academy consistently provides each student with the academic credentials to gain admission into top U.S. colleges and universities.

Maine Central Institute is an independent college preparatory day and boarding school founded in 1866. bDuring the schools pioneer years, MCI served as a feeder school to highly rated Bates College in nearby Lewiston, Maine. Although adhering to upstanding and traditional educational values, MCI is progressive and broadminded, pledging to provide a comprehensive college-preparatory education to a multicultural student body diverse in talents, abilities, and interests. In a safe and caring atmosphere, students will acquire knowledge, self-esteem, social responsibility, and the critical thinking and communication skills necessary for global citizenship and lifelong learning. A high level of rigor and expectation of excellence in all components of the school's operation is critical, whether that be the academic program, the residential program, the co-curricular activities or the overall support system at the school. The people at MCI work diligently to focus on each student as an individual to ensure that every person grows academically, socially and physically and becomes a positive global citizen.

Villanova Preparatory School is a private Catholic college-preparatory day and boarding school located in Ojai, California. Founded in 1924, the school emphasizes the values of truth, unity, and love (“Unitas, Veritas, Caritas”). The school sits on a scenic 130+ acre campus in the Ojai Valley, surrounded by mountains and natural landscapes. The campus includes academic buildings, science labs, arts facilities, athletic complexes, dormitories, a chapel, hiking trails, and student centers, creating a peaceful residential learning environment. Villanova Prep is known for its rigorous college preparatory academics, small class sizes, and personalized attention. The school offers Honors and AP courses, and has a strong focus on STEM education, humanities, leadership, and global learning.

Founded in 1926, MPS is the only school in northwestern Pennsylvania offering IB courses and was the first high school in the region to do so. It provides an impressive selection of 35 IB courses and encourages students to take at least one as part of their studies. Known for its outstanding academic achievements and 100% college acceptance rate, MPS has twice been recognized with the prestigious "Blue Ribbon School" award by the U.S. Department of Education. MPS is also the only school in the area with a national rowing team and boasts the region’s top-ranked drama program. Located in Erie, Pennsylvania, along the shores of Lake Erie—one of the Northeast's famous Great Lakes—the school offers an exceptional environment surrounded by a 70-acre Olympic Village. Its boarding facilities are safe and comfortable, and the campus is shared with Mercyhurst University, granting access to university-level security and resources.

The Woodstock Academy is an independent boarding & day school providing college preparatory classes for grades 9-12 and post graduates. The school is centrally located between New York City, Boston, and Providence, yet offers a peaceful and idyllic New England campus.

Founded in 1907 and designated an International Baccalaureate Programme World School in 2011, Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart is a Catholic, all-girls, independent, college-preparatory school serving students grades 5 through 12. As a member of the worldwide Network of Sacred Heart Schools, we educate each student to the following goals: a personal and active faith in God; a deep respect for intellectual values; a social awareness which impels to action; the building of community as a Christian value; and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom. It is the essence of a Sacred Heart school that it be deeply concerned for each student's total development: spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical. Forest Ridge provides a challenging academic environment that embraces students of diverse cultural, religious and socio-economic backgrounds. We develop confident young women who are responsible, creative and compassionate. Our community strives to bring hope and justice to the world.

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy is a Catholic, Dominican, independent, college-preparatory, day and boarding school, educating young women for a life of faith, integrity, and truth. We learn in a stunning environment: Spread over 42 acres in the San Gabriel Mountains, the campus occupies the site of the former Flintridge Hotel. Students enjoy breathtaking views, which provides a unique location for reflection. We challenge ourselves academically: Students are taught critical-thinking skills that apply just as easily to a catapult experiment on the field as to an analysis of "The Handmaid's Tale." We make sure girls take center stage, while drawing upon all that we know about how they grow and learn. It's the combination of the community, culture and climate girls' schools offer that makes for such a transformative experience.

UNIS is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents for the purpose of establishing, maintaining and operating a United Nations International School, including a kindergarten, elementary school, and secondary school which will fit the specific needs of children of the different nationalities comprising the United Nations. UNIS is accredited by the European Council of International Schools. The secondary program culminates in the International Baccalaureate, and the school's internationally recognized academic standards enable its students to transfer to international and national schools and to be eligible for admission to universities in the U.S. and other countries.

Founded in 1858, Woodlands Academy is a unique and highly appealing high school experience, one where every element is intentionally designed to cultivate the gifts of each student and to help intelligent, interested and energetic young women thrive. Woodlands designedly combines excellent academics and small, personalized classes while placing exclusive focus on inspiring girls through fantastic travel opportunities, and enduring Sacred Heart life values on a stately, 41-acre campus dotted with trees and green spaces. This is a place where young women can find a learning environment that is demanding, comfortable, joyful, and inspiring, allowing them to thrive throughout their high school years and beyond. Woodlands Academy. A Place To Thrive.

Providence Day School exists to inspire in its students a passion for learning, a commitment to personal integrity, and a sense of social responsibility.

Best Boarding School in Virginia! Located one hour from Richmond (city capital of Virginia) and near Washington, DC. Christchurch is an excellent choice for international students. Students and teachers live on campus. CCS has many great weekend activities. Chinese families may be far away, but they are an important part of the CCS community. CCS Directors visit China twice each year. Students can stay with Christchurch over school holidays. CCS offers transportation to airports and TOEFL test centers. CCS is an official SAT/ACT Test and Test Prep Center. 90% of CCS graduates attend one of their top three college choices. 90% of the Class of 2019 were accepted to universities on Princeton Review's Top School list. The student to teacher ratio is 6:1. CCS offers 21 advanced courses. 70% of CCS students board. More than 70% of CCS faculty hold advanced degrees from top universities. CCS has #1-ranked sailing team in America. Graduates include two Pulitzer Prize winners.

Battle Ground Academy founded in 1889 is a regional coeducational college preparatory school for grades K-12. The school is located on two campuses, the Harpeth Campus for grade K-4 and the Glen Echo campus for grades 5-12.

Hampton Roads Academy prepares students in Prekindergarten through Grade 12 intellectually, artistically, physically and morally for higher education and for life within an inclusive community of service, compassion and excellence.

Founded in 1909, Tallulah Falls School is an independent, co-educational international boarding and day school serving more than 500 students in grades 4-12. Academics are the primary mission at Tallulah Falls School. Our unique Dual Enrollment program offers 22 college classes on our campus as part of our program. In fact, most of our students graduate with one year of college credit already completed. The quality of the academic program and the academic success of students are priorities that form the foundation of the school. A dedicated and highly qualified faculty, outstanding facilities, a broad and challenging curriculum, small classes, and eager, motivated students all contribute to the accomplishment of academic goals. The TFS experience is centered around community and characterized by personal attention in a nurturing environment. Classes are small, with an average size of 10-15 students.

St. Pius X High School creates a welcoming environment that celebrates the unique gifts of students and their families. Fulfill your potential in the classroom, on the fields, on the stage, in service to others, and become a part of this vibrant faith-filled community.

TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas is a co-ed, Episcopal college-preparatory school. Our average class size is 15. TMI develops well-rounded students through numerous school activities and programs such as: daily chapel, our nationally-ranked optional JROTC program, 14 athletic options and sports, fine arts (music, choir, theatre, art, ceramics), 5 or 7-day residential life program, community service, and extracurricular activities that are designed to enhance our commitment to service and leadership. Campus facilities include: 20,000-volume library; science and computer labs; indoor/outdoor athletic facilities; and a fine arts center. The mission of TMI is to provide an excellent educational community, with values based on the teachings of Jesus Christ, challenging motivated students to achieve their full potential in service and leadership.

Hyde School is an independent, coeducational college-preparatory boarding school for grades 9–12 and post-graduate students. Located in the safe and scenic mid-coast region of Maine, Hyde is close to Boston, giving students access to one of the top academic and cultural hubs in the U.S. Hyde offers a structured, supportive environment with a strong focus on academic growth, English development, and college preparation. What sets Hyde apart is its emphasis on emotional intelligence (EQ)—helping students build self-awareness, resilience, and confidence alongside strong study habits. Graduates go on to some of the top colleges and universities across the U.S., prepared both academically and personally for success. At Hyde, students don’t just prepare for college—they develop the character, confidence, and purpose to succeed for life.

Montini Catholic High School is a family-centered,co-educational, college preparatory high school, rooted in the lifeand teaching of Jesus Christ as emulated by St. John Baptist DeLaSalle and comminted to the education of the whole person. OurLaSallian tradition recognizes the sacredness of all persons andeducates students of diverse abilities, cultures, and socioeconomicbackgrounds. Each student is expected to participate in aneducational setting that will emphasize the message of Christ,service and responsibility to Church, family, and community.