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Students come to Andover to join 1100 smart, engaged, passionate students from around the world; to work with brilliant, accomplished teachers; to have access to unparalled resources; and to feel a sense of limitless opportunity.
Education Week calls Andover "the quintessential boarding school [which] has remained true to its mission of building character while preparing students for college."
Education Week calls Andover "the quintessential boarding school [which] has remained true to its mission of building character while preparing students for college."
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$76,731
Enrollment
1165
International Students
15%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$1,400 million
Average SAT Score
1446
Average ACT Score
31.6
Class Size
13
Boarding %
75
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 3 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 10 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 4 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 7 |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 |
| #5 | Yale University | 6 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 4 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 9 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 13 |
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Summer School
(2026)Lower School Institute (LSI)
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Program Overview
Appropriate for students entering seventh and eighth grades or ages ~12-14. LSI students engage in our five-week academic program that integrates multiple subjects under the umbrella of a single theme. All LSI students attend multiple off-site field trips, live in gender-specific dormitories, and attend afternoon and weekend activities coordinated together. Students may enroll in LSI as day students
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Start Date 2026.6.30-2026.8.2
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Ages / Grades 12-13 years old
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Tuition $7,750-$11,350
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Program Overview
Appropriate for students entering seventh and eighth grades or ages ~12-14. LSI students engage in our five-week academic program that integrates multiple subjects under the umbrella of a single theme. All LSI students attend multiple off-site field trips, live in gender-specific dormitories, and attend afternoon and weekend activities coordinated together. Students may enroll in LSI as day students
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Official WebsiteClick link to view
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Duration 5 weeks
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Application Deadline (A rolling basis beginning in early December and ending when the program is full (usually in mid-March).)
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Start Date 2026.6.30-2026.8.2
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Ages / Grades 12-13 years old
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Tuition $7,750-$11,350
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Tuition Notes LOWER SCHOOL BOARDING STUDENTS
Tuition: $11,350Lower School Institute Day Students
Tuition: $7,750
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Program Overview
Appropriate for students entering ninth through 12th grades or ages ~14-17. Upper School students may select their course of study from over 60 possible options. All of our Upper School students live in gender-specific dorms, participate in daily afternoon activities, and have the option to attend weekly off-campus visits to colleges and universities within the New England area. Students in our Upper School may opt to enroll as day or boarding students.
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Duration 5 weeks
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Application Deadline (A rolling basis beginning in early December and ending when the program is full (usually in mid-March).)
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Start Date 2026.6.30-2026.8.2
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Ages / Grades 14-17 years old
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Tuition $3,150 / $6,300 / $11,000
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Tuition Notes UPPER SCHOOL BOARDING STUDENTS
Tuition: $11,000
UPPER SCHOOL DAY STUDENTS
Tuition: $6,300 (2-course load) or $3,150 (1-course load)
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Program Overview
Our English Language Learners Institute is designed for rising 7th-8th graders or ages 12-14 who come from non-English speaking homes and are looking to develop greater fluency and proficiency with the English language. One distinct course offering at the Lower School level allows our ELL students to surround themselves in a safe and nurturing academic environment with instructors who specialize in supporting this population of students. While our English Language Learners Institute students engage in a separate course offering, they live with other Andover Summer students and take part in all afternoon and weekend activities available to the Lower School cohort.
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Duration 5 weeks
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Application Deadline (A rolling basis beginning in early December and ending when the program is full (usually in mid-March).)
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Start Date 2026.6.30-2026.8.2
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Ages / Grades 12-17 years old / Grade 6-11
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Alianza Latina
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VEX Robotics Club
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Af-Lat-Am Society
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Women’s Forum
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Baking Club
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Under the Bed Improv
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Alianza Latina
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VEX Robotics Club
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Under the Bed Improv
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Students in Medicine
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The Phillipian
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South East Asian Club
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Mock Trial
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The Courant
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Gender and Sexuality Alliance
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Yearbook
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Jewish Student Union
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Model United Nations
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Movie Makers’ Club
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Arts
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A Cappella
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Ballet
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Acting
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Directing
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Public Speaking
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Art History
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Ceramics
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Phillips Academy Andover
Tell me a bit about Phillips Academy Andover.
Phillips Academy Andover is Co-ed private boarding school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1778 , and currently has about 1165 students, 15.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.andover.edu.
During Andover's long history, many of its notable alumni have graduated from the school, including U.S. Presidents George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush, national leaders and Congressmen, 5 Nobelists, and 6 Medal of Honor recipients.
For more official information, please visit http://www.andover.edu.
During Andover's long history, many of its notable alumni have graduated from the school, including U.S. Presidents George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush, national leaders and Congressmen, 5 Nobelists, and 6 Medal of Honor recipients.
Does Phillips Academy Andover have rigorous academic requirements?
Phillips Academy Andover also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Phillips Academy Andover is one of the U.S. boarding schools that boasts exceptional selectivity, with a usual rate of 13%. In 2016, its acceptance rate was held lowest among the top 4 boarding schools for competitiveness with acceptance rate lower than 15%.
Phillips Academy Andover is one of the U.S. boarding schools that boasts exceptional selectivity, with a usual rate of 13%. In 2016, its acceptance rate was held lowest among the top 4 boarding schools for competitiveness with acceptance rate lower than 15%.
Where do Phillips Academy Andover students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 22.78% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 27.51% go to top 25, and about 14.79% 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 Phillips Academy Andover?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Phillips Academy Andover’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Phillips Academy Andover?
The total fee for Phillips Academy Andover in 2024 is
$76,731 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@andover.edu .
Andover admits students on a need-blind basis and provide financial aid covering 100% of students' demonstrated financial need. 45% of Andover students receive financial aid.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@andover.edu .
Andover admits students on a need-blind basis and provide financial aid covering 100% of students' demonstrated financial need. 45% of Andover students receive financial aid.
Where is Phillips Academy Andover located?
Phillips Academy Andover is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA. The closest major city is Boston, which is about 20 miles away from school. Most families can choose Logan International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Phillips Academy Andover on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Phillips Academy Andover is among the most popular schools, within top 1 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Phillips Academy Andover has been favorited by 1528 users.
Also Phillips Academy Andover has been favorited by 1528 users.
How do I complete an application for Phillips Academy Andover?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Phillips Academy Andover. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Phillips Academy Andover’s official site: http://www.andover.edu or call them at 978-749-4050.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Phillips Academy Andover’s official site: http://www.andover.edu or call them at 978-749-4050.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Phillips Academy Andover?
Yes, here are few:
Brooks School, The Governor's Academy and Lexington Christian Academy.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Phillips Academy Andover?
The overall rating for Phillips Academy Andover is A+.
The section ratings of Phillips Academy Andover are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Phillips Academy Andover are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, is the cultural and financial heart of New England. With a rich history dating back to the American Revolution, it is home to iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, the Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House. The city boasts prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT and is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving economy. Boston's blend of historical significance and modern innovation makes it one of the most influential cities in the U.S.
Population (2022)
609,023
Cost of Living
Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport
Logan International Airport
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