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A+ 5.0 Recommended New Jersey, US
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School Overview

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Overall
A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A
Extracurriculars A
Community A
Reviews A
Founded in 1848, Blair Academy is a dynamic, coeducational boarding school in northwest New Jersey, located 65 miles from New York City. As members of an inclusive, vibrant community, 460 students pursue a superior college preparatory education and explore their passions in the arts, athletics, academics and service. Strong faculty-student relationships foster personalized learning opportunities and academic achievement, while our cross-curricular public speaking and leadership programs teach students to advocate for themselves and others. Blair graduates are empowered to become persons of great accomplishment and character who distinguish themselves at top colleges and as leaders in their professions and communities.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$72,700
Enrollment
460
International Students
18%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
71%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$145 million
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
12
Boarding %
82

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 3
#2 Columbia University 2
#5 Yale University 3
LAC #1 Williams College 1
#6 Stanford University 2
#8 University of Pennsylvania 3
#9 Duke University 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
#9 Northwestern University 1

Academics

AP Courses

(17)
Biology
European History
French Language and Culture
Microeconomics
Music Theory
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
European History
French Language and Culture
Microeconomics
Music Theory
Spanish Language and Culture
Chemistry
Computer Science A
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
United States History
Art History
Physics C: Mechanics
Psychology
Calculus AB
Latin
Calculus BC
United States Government and Politics
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Sports

(17)
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Water Polo
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(22)
Fishing Club
Archery Club
Auto Club
Frisbee Club
Geography Club
Blair International Awareness Club (BIAC)
Fishing Club
Archery Club
Auto Club
Frisbee Club
Geography Club
Blair International Awareness Club (BIAC)
Blair Business Club
Blair Weightlifting Club
Board Game Club
Book Club
Chinese Cooking Club
Culinary Club
Drone Photography Club
Earthshine Club
Eastern European Club (EEC)
Investment Club Lin'gwistics Club
Movie Club
Nature Club
One Love
Spikeball™ Club
The Formula One Club
Women in Business Club
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Arts

(15)
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Film Production
Graphic Design
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Film Production
Graphic Design
Media
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Sculpture
Studio Art
Architecture
Art
Design
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Contact Info

http://www.blair.edu
2 Park Street, Blairstown, NJ 07825
908-362-2009
admission@blair.edu
New Jersey

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1848
Campus Size: 463 acres
Boarding Rate: 82%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: On Campus, Zoom
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
Other Accepted Scores: Duolingo
School Code:
TOEFL: 9415
SSAT: 1720

Frequently Ask Questions about Blair Academy

Tell me a bit about Blair Academy.
Blair Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1848 , and currently has about 460 students, 18.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.blair.edu.
Does Blair Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Blair Academy is offering 17 AP courses.

Blair Academy also have 71% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Blair Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 26.87% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 11.19% go to top 25, and about 10.45% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Blair Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Blair Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Blair Academy?
The total fee for Blair Academy in 2024 is $72,700 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 admission@blair.edu .
Where is Blair Academy located?
Blair Academy is located in the State of New Jersey of USA.
How popular is Blair Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Blair Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 21 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Blair Academy has been favorited by 985 users.
How do I complete an application for Blair Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Blair Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Blair Academy’s official site: http://www.blair.edu or call them at 908-362-2009.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Blair Academy?
Yes, here are few: The Pennington School, Solebury School and Elite Preparatory Academy.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Blair Academy?
The overall rating for Blair Academy is A+.

The section ratings of Blair Academy are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

New York, New York
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 aireport
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