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School Overview

The Hudson School provides intellectually inquisitive students with a rigorous college-preparatory education that inspires independent thinking, lifelong learning and a sense of community.
We foster an eclectic and supportive environment that challenges students and teachers to fully develop their talents through a creative and stimulating interdisciplinary curriculum.
Our goal is to develop compassionate, responsible, principled citizens who are socially conscious and committed to lifelong learning and serrvice. The school fosters an eclectic and supportive enviornment that challenges students and faculty to develop their passions and talents through a stimulating, balanced and creative interdisciplinary curriculum.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$21,390
Enrollment
194
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
AP
15
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
15

Matriculation

College Matriculation

(2011-2016)
Ranking University/College Students
#3 Yale University 1 +
#4 Columbia University 1 +
LAC #4 Pomona College 1 +
LAC #4 Wellesley College 1 +
#21 Georgetown University 1 +
#32 New York University 1 +
#33 University of Rochester 1 +
#37 Case Western Reserve University 1 +
#37 University of California: Santa Barbara 1 +

Academics

AP Courses

(15)
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
French Language and Culture
Human Geography
Japanese Language and Culture
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Studio Art: 2-D Design
United States Government and Politics
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Sports

(3)
Basketball
Soccer
Track and Field

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(21)
Chorus
Diversity Club
Fencing Club
Instrumental Band
Instrumental Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons
Chorus
Diversity Club
Fencing Club
Instrumental Band
Instrumental Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons
Journalism Club
Musical Theater
Student Council
Theatre/Drama
Yearbook Club Chorus
Diversity Club
Fencing Club
Theatre/Drama
Yearbook Club
Instrumental Band
Instrumental Ensemble
Instrumental Music Lessons
Journalism Club
Musical Theater
Student Council
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: Grades 5-12
Urban
IB: No
Year Founded: 1978
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Religious Affiliation: school.N/A

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview:
Recommended
Recommended
A 5.0 (7 reviews)

Reviews

A FindingSchool User
4 / 5
02/28/2020
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1. Strong Faculty: The school has a total of 59 teachers, 65% of whom hold master's degrees or higher.
2. Academic Excellence: Hudson School provides students with a comfortable learning community where their talents are fully stimulated. The school also offers teachers opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and experimental curriculum design. Both teachers and students share an intellectual adventurous spirit and engage in a continuous self-evaluation process. Furthermore, there are 15 AP courses available for students.
3. ESL: Since its establishment in 1978, the school has provided ESL courses and English learning support for international and exchange students. Additionally, the school can recommend private tutors or extra English classes to assist students.
4. Rich Art Programs: The school highly values students' artistic talents, having established an Academy of Art and Art History. Each year, it offers a wide range of elective art courses to middle and high school students, including music, drama, modern and world dance, musical theater, scriptwriting, and more.
5. Sports Activities: The school's basketball and soccer teams are very popular among students. The school strives to ensure students participate in appropriate amounts of physical activity, hoping they develop a love for sports.
6. Seven Languages for Students to Choose From: English, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, Russian.
7. Rich and Diverse Extracurricular Activities: The school organizes students to participate in off-campus seminars, concerts, TED talks, museum and theater visits, and other activities to enrich student life, in addition to excursions and international study and travel programs.
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Hudson School

Tell me a bit about The Hudson School.
The Hudson School is Co-ed private day school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1978 , and currently has about 194 students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.thehudsonschool.org.
Does The Hudson School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Hudson School is offering 15 AP courses.

The Hudson School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Hudson School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2011-2016, some students attended Yale University, Columbia University, Pomona College, Wellesley College and Georgetown University.
What is the application requirement for The Hudson School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Hudson School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for The Hudson School?
The day tuition for The Hudson School in 2024 is $21,390 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jwright@thehudsonschool.org .
Where is The Hudson School located?
The Hudson School is located in the State of New Jersey of USA. The closest major city is New York, which is about 1 miles away from school. Most families can choose JFK airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Hudson School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Hudson School is within top 2000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Hudson School has been favorited by 3 users.
How do I complete an application for The Hudson School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Hudson School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Hudson School’s official site: http://www.thehudsonschool.org or call them at 201-659-8335.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Hudson School?
Yes, here are few: City Country School, The Lorge School and BASIS Independent Manhattan.

The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
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Nearby City

New York City, often referred to as NYC, is the most populous city in the United States with a 2020 population of 8.8 million. It is the cultural, financial, and entertainment hub of the world, renowned for its iconic landmarks like Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. The city is home to global institutions such as the United Nations and Wall Street. Known for its diversity and vibrant arts scene, New York City plays a crucial role in shaping international commerce, politics, and culture.

Population (2022) 8,363,710
Cost of Living Higher than average 146%
Nearby Airport JFK airport
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