School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
B
Matriculation
B-
Academics
B
Extracurriculars
B
Geo & Community
B+
Reviews
B
Welcome to the "Cotter Experience!" As a Cotter student, you will engage in rigorous academic study, faith-centered experiences, and personally enriching athletic and arts activities. We believe that learning and formation take place both in the classroom and beyond the classroom walls. Every person in our community works to create a truly outstanding educational experience for each student. Cotter Schools is a secondary boarding school with over twenty years' experience with English Language Learners located in the safe and friendly Midwest of America.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$55,000
Enrollment
1010
International Students
6.5%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:13
Endowment
$15 million
AP
10
Average SAT Score
1360
Average ACT Score
23
Class Size
18
Boarding %
49.5
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2021-2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #19 | University of Notre Dame | 1 + |
| #40 | College of William and Mary | 1 + |
| #42 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | 1 + |
| #55 | University of Miami | 1 + |
| #59 | University of Maryland: College Park | 1 + |
| #59 | University of Washington | 1 + |
| #68 | University of Minnesota: Twin Cities | 1 + |
| #83 | Marquette University | 1 + |
| #99 | University of Oregon | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Courses
(10)|
Biology
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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Human Geography
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Biology
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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Human Geography
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Football
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Golf
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Football
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Golf
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Gymnastics
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Ice Hockey
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Nordic Skiing
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Academic WorldQuest
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Active Minds
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Art Club
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Bike Lab
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National Honor Society (NHS)
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Prayer Armies Knitting Group (Parmies)
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Academic WorldQuest
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Active Minds
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Art Club
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Bike Lab
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National Honor Society (NHS)
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Student Council
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Campus Ministry
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History Day
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Math Team
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Mock Trial
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Model Legislature
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Music Listening
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Music Ministry
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Performing Arts
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Personal Finance Decathlon
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Arts
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Performing
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Speech
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Debate
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Cotter Schools
Tell me a bit about Cotter Schools.
Cotter Schools is Co-ed private boarding school located in Minnesota, US. It was founded 1911 , and currently has about 1010 students, 6.50% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.cotterschools.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.cotterschools.org.
Does Cotter Schools have rigorous academic requirements?
Cotter Schools is offering 10 AP courses.
Where do Cotter Schools students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Cotter Schools?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Cotter Schools’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Cotter Schools?
The total fee for Cotter Schools in 2024 is
$55,000 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@cotterschools.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@cotterschools.org .
Where is Cotter Schools located?
Cotter Schools is located in the State of Minnesota of USA.
How popular is Cotter Schools on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Cotter Schools is among the most popular schools, within top 264 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Cotter Schools has been favorited by 72 users.
Also Cotter Schools has been favorited by 72 users.
How do I complete an application for Cotter Schools?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Cotter Schools. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Cotter Schools’s official site: http://www.cotterschools.org or call them at 507-453-5102.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Cotter Schools’s official site: http://www.cotterschools.org or call them at 507-453-5102.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Cotter Schools?
The overall rating for Cotter Schools is B.
The section ratings of Cotter Schools are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Cotter Schools are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Minneapolis, located in Minnesota, forms the "Twin Cities" with nearby St. Paul. The city is known for its beautiful parks, lakes, and the scenic Mississippi River that runs through it. Minneapolis boasts a vibrant cultural scene, with landmarks such as the Walker Art Center, a renowned contemporary art museum, and the adjacent Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, home to the iconic "Spoonbridge and Cherry" by Claes Oldenburg. The city also features a thriving arts district, numerous theaters, and diverse dining options, making it a hub for creativity and outdoor recreation.
Population (2022)
382,605
Cost of Living
Higher than average 0%
Nearby Airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport
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