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Frederick Gunn was a pioneering educator, courageous abolitionist and outdoorsman. He inspired generations of students to be curious, thoughtful, to be active members of their communities, to stand up for what they believe in and work hard both in and out of the classroom. At The Frederick Gunn School we continue stand by these guiding principles and build upon them to ensure our students become hard working, active citizens and life long learners who will be a force for good in this world. At the Frederick Gunn School we value character as highly as intellect and achievement, just as Frederick Gunn did over 170 years ago.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$83,000
Enrollment
335
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$32 million
AP
20
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
25
Class Size
12
Boarding %
80
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Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2026)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Columbia University | 1 |
| #14 | Vanderbilt University | 1 |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 |
| #21 | Emory University | 1 |
| #23 | University of Michigan | 2 |
| #28 | New York University | 4 |
| #28 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | 1 |
| #28 | Wake Forest University | 1 |
| #34 | University of Rochester | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2023-2024)Number of students who took AP tests
210
Number of tests taken
349
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
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AP Courses
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French Language and Culture
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Macroeconomics
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Spanish Language and Culture
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Biology
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French Language and Culture
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Macroeconomics
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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United States History
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Chemistry
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Music Theory
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Statistics
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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Environmental Science
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Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Comparative Government and Politics
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European History
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Microeconomics
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AP Equivalent and Beyond
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English II Honors
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Honors English: The Sociocritical Essay
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Honors English: Literary Criticism & Craft
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Honors English: Reading & Rhetoric
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French II Honors
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French III Honors
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English II Honors
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Honors English: The Sociocritical Essay
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Honors English: Literary Criticism & Craft
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Honors English: Reading & Rhetoric
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French II Honors
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French III Honors
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Spanish II Honors
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Spanish III Honors
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Algebra II Honors
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Advanced Computer Science
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Independent Study in Advanced Math
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Advanced Engineering
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Biology Honors
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Chemistry Honors
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Pre-Med Honors
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Modern World History Honors
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Honors Philosophy Seminar
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Gunn Scholars
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Sports Business Honors Seminar
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Honors in Entrepreneurship
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Advanced Chamber Orchestra
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Vocal Ensemble Advanced
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Jazz Band Advanced
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Sports
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Golf
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Golf
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Ice Hockey
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Skiing
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Tennis
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Ultimate Frisbee
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Dance Club
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Debate Club
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Book Club
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Crossroads
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Cum Laude Society
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Fishing Club
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Dance Club
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Debate Club
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Book Club
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Crossroads
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Cum Laude Society
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Fishing Club
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Green Club
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Model United Nations
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Photography Club
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Future Business Leaders of America
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Gunn Global
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Gray Party
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Arts
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Jazz
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Ceramics
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Digital Photography
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Studio Art
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Music Theory
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Jazz
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Digital Photography
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Studio Art
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Music Theory
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Printmaking
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Acting
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Improvisation
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Chamber Orchestra
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Drawing
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Film Studies
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Photography
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Yearbook
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Musical Theatre
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Graphic Design
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Painting
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Frederick Gunn School
Tell me a bit about The Frederick Gunn School.
The Frederick Gunn School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Connecticut, US. It was founded 1850 , and currently has about 335 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.frederickgunn.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.frederickgunn.org.
Does The Frederick Gunn School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Frederick Gunn School is offering 20 AP courses.
In recent years, 25 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
The Frederick Gunn School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 25 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
The Frederick Gunn School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Frederick Gunn School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 11.58% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 3.16% go to top 25, and about 2.11% 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 The Frederick Gunn School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Frederick Gunn School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for The Frederick Gunn School?
The total fee for The Frederick Gunn School in 2024 is
$83,000 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@frederickgunn.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@frederickgunn.org .
Where is The Frederick Gunn School located?
The Frederick Gunn School is located in the State of Connecticut of USA.
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The section ratings of The Frederick Gunn School are:
A- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews
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