Overview

Avon Old Farms School understands how to teach boys. By leveraging relational learning, we breathe life into academia while challenging each individual to persevere in the pursuit of self-discovery. Our traditionally-structured and well-balanced environment refines character traits young men need to be successful throughout their entire life. Our unique brotherhood is diverse and inclusive: young men from all over the globe excel in leadership and build lasting friendships. ACADEMICS: Our REAL (Relational, Experiential, Active, and Lifelong) Learning program propels boys to learn strategically how the male mind works best. ARTS: Our art program has won more awards than any other school in the state and our Director of Arts was named the Connecticut Teacher of the Year! ATHLETICS: Every student has a place to be active, be a part of a team, and grow in strength and ability. In the classroom, in the art studio, on the athletic fields, AND IN LIFE ...Avon inspires excellence.
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Official information of Avon Old Farms School in 2024 | FindingSchool

A- Boarding
A- Matriculation
B+ Academics
A- Extracurricular activities
A- Community
A- Reviews
A+ Int. student mgmt

Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
All-boys
Rural
ESL: No
Boarding Tuition: $72,300
Day S. Tuition: $72,300
# of Students: 405
Teacher:Student: 1:6
International Student: 18%
AP Courses: 19
Endowment: $123,457/stu.
Faculty w/ adv. degree: 67%
SAT: 1715/2400
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Matriculation

Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#2 Columbia University 2
#2 Harvard College 1
LAC #1 Williams College 1
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1
#9 Duke University 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
#14 Brown University 2
#19 University of Notre Dame 2
#23 University of Michigan 2
#25 Carnegie Mellon University 1
#27 University of Southern California 3
#28 New York University 2
#28 Tufts University 1
#36 Boston College 2
#42 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1
LAC #9 Middlebury College 1
#47 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1
#49 Northeastern University 2
#49 Purdue University 1
#55 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1
#55 University of Miami 2
LAC #11 United States Military Academy 2
#57 Penn State University Park 1
#59 Syracuse University 1
#59 University of Washington 1
#63 University of Connecticut 5
#68 Fordham University 1
#68 Southern Methodist University 2
#68 St. Lawrence University 1
#70 Wofford College 1
#72 Hobart and William Smith Colleges 1
#72 Sarah Lawrence College 1
#75 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 2
#83 Elon University 2
#83 Texas Christian University 2
LAC #17 Colby College 1
LAC #17 Colgate University 1
#93 University of Delaware 1
#93 University of Denver 1
#99 University of Oregon 1
#103 Clark University 1
#103 Drexel University 3
#104 University of Colorado Boulder 2
#115 Fairfield University 1
#117 Rochester Institute of Technology 1
#117 University of Vermont 3
LAC #27 Macalester College 1
LAC #30 Kenyon College 3
#166 Quinnipiac University 1
#166 Xavier University 1
LAC #35 College of the Holy Cross 2
LAC #36 Oberlin College 1
LAC #38 Franklin & Marshall College 1
LAC #38 Lafayette College 1
LAC #38 Skidmore College 2
LAC #46 Trinity College 1
#234 University of Massachusetts Boston 1
LAC #50 Connecticut College 1
#263 Florida Atlantic University 1
Babson College 1
Bentley University 3
Bryant University 1
Champlain College 1
College of Charleston 1
Frostburg State University 1
High Point University 1
Marist College 1
Providence College 2
Rivier University 1
Saint Anselm College 1
Salve Regina University 1
University of Akron 1
University of Bath 1
University of Tampa 1
University of Toronto 1
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AP Courses

(Total 19)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
World History
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
Microeconomics
Studio Art: Drawing
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
World History
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
Microeconomics
Studio Art: Drawing
United States Government and Politics
United States History
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Computer Science A
Physics C: Mechanics
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Sports

(Total 13)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Squash
Swimming
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling
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Arts

(Total 17)
Band
Chamber Choir
Choir
Guitar
Improvisation
Jazz
Piano
Singing
Theater
Vocal
Band
Chamber Choir
Choir
Guitar
Improvisation
Jazz
Piano
Singing
Theater
Vocal
2D Studio Art
Digital Art
Digital Media
Drawing
Painting
Photography
Studio Art
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(Total 38)
Healthy Living Clubs
Community Service Clubs
Learning Clubs
Art Clubs
International Relations Clubs
Outdoor Clubs
A/V Club
5:45 Fitness Club
Avon Outreach
Avon Record
Healthy Living Clubs
Community Service Clubs
Learning Clubs
Art Clubs
International Relations Clubs
Outdoor Clubs
A/V Club
5:45 Fitness Club
Avon Outreach
Avon Record
Bible Study
Book Club
Chess Club
Club Forge
Club Med
Culinary Arts Club
Debate Club
Food Service Club
Gaming Club (MTG)
Global Outreach
Helping Hands for CT
Hippocrene- Fine Arts Magazine
Investment Club
Junior Achievement
Minecraft Club
Mini Golf Club
Model UN
Network Club
Nimrod Club
Prep Sport Report
Red Cross Club
Singed Beavers
Socratics
Special Olympics
Spectrum
Spirit Club
Student Activities
Yoga Club
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Basic Info

Year Founded: 1927
Campus Size: 1000 acres
Boarding Rate: 75%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype, On Campus, Admission Travel to China
Pre Interview: No Requirement
School Code:
TOEFL: 9582
SSAT: 1450

TOEFL

SSAT

Brief Reviews

(Total 30)
4.8/ 5

Detailed Reviews

(Total 3)
5.0 / 5 Overall
4.7 / 5 Academics
5.0 / 5 Campus
4.7 / 5 Student Life
5.0 / 5 Athletic&Art
4.3 / 5 Transportation

Q&A

(Total 68)

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Frequently Ask Questions about Avon Old Farms School

01.
Tell me a bit about Avon Old Farms School.
Avon Old Farms School is All-boys private boarding school located in New York, Connecticut, US. It was founded 1927 , and currently has about 405 students, 18.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.avonoldfarms.com.
02.
Does Avon Old Farms School have rigorous academic requirements?
Avon Old Farms School is offering 19 AP courses.

Avon Old Farms School also have 67% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
03.
Where do Avon Old Farms School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 11.57% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 6.61% go to top 25, and about 5.79% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
04.
What is the application requirement for Avon Old Farms School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Avon Old Farms School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, standard test (like TOEFL and SSAT), and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
05.
What is the latest tuition for Avon Old Farms School’s All-boys student?
The total fee for Avon Old Farms School in 2024 is $74,845 , 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@avonoldfarms.com .
06.
Where is Avon Old Farms School located?
Avon Old Farms School is located in the State of Connecticut of USA. The closest major city is New York, which is about 92 miles away from school. Most families can choose JFK aireport to travel in and out of school.
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How popular is Avon Old Farms School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Avon Old Farms School is among the most popular schools, within top 89 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Avon Old Farms School has been favorited by 302 users.
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The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Avon Old Farms School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Avon Old Farms School’s official site: http://www.avonoldfarms.com or call them at 800-464-2866.
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Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Avon Old Farms School?
Yes, here are few: Miss Porter's School, The Ethel Walker School and Westminster School.

The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for Avon Old Farms School?
The overall rating for Avon Old Farms School is A-.

The section ratings of Avon Old Farms School are:
A- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
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