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Founded in 1891, Hotchkiss strives to develop in students a lifelong love of learning, responsible citizenship, and personal integrity. Our students come from 37 states and 33 foreign countries. Thirty-nine percent are students of color. Over $7.6 million in financial aid is available each year; 37 percent of students receive financial aid.
With more than 248 courses, Hotchkiss offers a large-school academic experience with a small-school feeling. The average class size is 12, and facilities include a 97,500-item library, a visual arts center, two theatres, new state-of-the-art athletic and music centers, and a golf course and tennis courts, all on an 827-acre campus.
Our athletic teams compete with remarkable success in 19 interscholastic sports, including baseball, basketball, cross-country, field hockey, football, golf, hockey,lacrosse, sailing, soccer, softball, squash, swimming and diving, tennis, track, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, water polo, and wrestling. We also offer instruction in outdoor leadership, paddle tennis, rock climbing, spin cycling, and yoga.
With a teacher:student ratio of 1:5 and course offerings that total 248, our students have exceptional opportunities for advancing their education and finding mentors on the faculty who will support them in their learning. Students, teachers, and staff members are equally important members in this community based on trust, mutual respect, compassion and shared intellectual curiosity.
With more than 248 courses, Hotchkiss offers a large-school academic experience with a small-school feeling. The average class size is 12, and facilities include a 97,500-item library, a visual arts center, two theatres, new state-of-the-art athletic and music centers, and a golf course and tennis courts, all on an 827-acre campus.
Our athletic teams compete with remarkable success in 19 interscholastic sports, including baseball, basketball, cross-country, field hockey, football, golf, hockey,lacrosse, sailing, soccer, softball, squash, swimming and diving, tennis, track, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, water polo, and wrestling. We also offer instruction in outdoor leadership, paddle tennis, rock climbing, spin cycling, and yoga.
With a teacher:student ratio of 1:5 and course offerings that total 248, our students have exceptional opportunities for advancing their education and finding mentors on the faculty who will support them in their learning. Students, teachers, and staff members are equally important members in this community based on trust, mutual respect, compassion and shared intellectual curiosity.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$77,240
Enrollment
614
International Students
14%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
79%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$553 million
Average SAT Score
1431
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
12
Boarding %
93
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2021-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 13 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 19 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 10 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 8 |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 5 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 14 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 5 + |
| #6 | Stanford University | 8 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 37 |
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Summer School
(2026)Baseball Analytics: The World of Sabermetrics
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Students will learn how to use data and statistical analysis to evaluate baseball players and inform on-field decisions. During this class, students will learn the latest statistical techniques and use spreadsheets to decide how to value players. Students will also learn how to present their data graphically.
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Students will learn how to use data and statistical analysis to evaluate baseball players and inform on-field decisions. During this class, students will learn the latest statistical techniques and use spreadsheets to decide how to value players. Students will also learn how to present their data graphically.
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Fun with DNA is a hands-on camp that introduces curious middle school students to the fascinating world of molecular biology and builds a foundation for future STEM learning. Through real-world lab experiments and engaging activities, they will explore how biology works at the molecular level and how it’s used in cutting-edge research and industry.
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The Hotchkiss Summer Portals Environmental Science Program is a dynamic and immersive field-and-lab-based program designed to introduce students to fundamental environmental science concepts and practices. Situated within the vibrant ecosystem of southern New England, this program prioritizes field exploration to deepen students' understanding of ecological processes. Emphasizing the interconnectedness of Earth's physical and biological systems, it equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to become environmental stewards, fostering a sense of responsibility that spans local, national, and global scales.
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In this two-week program, students will study the physics of the electric guitar; vibrations, waves on strings, electromagnetic induction, and resistor-capacitor circuits. Students will use that understanding to design and build their custom, high-quality electric guitar.
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The Piano Program is an intensive, two-week course that offers young pianists an opportunity to work with highly accomplished teachers, perform on a world-class stage, and attend inspiring concerts by guest performers. Through one-on-one lessons, group masterclasses, and lectures, students will refine their technique, expand their musical repertoire, and discuss common questions facing young pianists who want to take their craft to the next level: the best repertoire for an audition or competition, healthy practice routines, and building a portfolio for colleges and conservatories.
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In this two-week program students will learn to use the VEX V5 robotics system and necessary programming language to build and program micro-controlled robots that respond to their environments by interpreting sensory data.
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Students will learn the fundamentals of model rocketry by designing, building, and flying a
rocket that can be used to compete in the American Rocketry Challenge (ARC) at the student’s home school.
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The Hotchkiss Speech and Debate Summer Portal provides an opportunity for students to learn about various speech and debate events, explore important aspects of rhetoric and public speaking, and practice with coaches and experienced debaters.
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Tuition 4600
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Aircraft Design introduces students to the fundamentals of engineering design and simulation by developing models of different aircraft. The setting for the class is the Griswold Science Building.
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This instructive and scaffolded course will introduce students to the fundamentals of observational drawing.
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This Portal will focus on academic writing as well as the personal writing students might do as independent authors. Through close reading of nonfiction, poetry, and short fiction, as well as daily free writing, discussions, and revision work, we will consider writing as a series of decisions and choices that follow inspiration.
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Academics
AP Scores
(2018)Number of students who took AP tests
331
Number of tests taken
745
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Sports
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Floor Hockey
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Sailing
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Squash
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Tennis
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Ultimate Frisbee
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Competitive Club Soccer
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Fairfield Farm Ecosytems and Adventure Team (FFEAT)
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Woods Squad
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Fly Fishing
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Club Hockey
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Running
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Competitive Club Soccer
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Fairfield Farm Ecosytems and Adventure Team (FFEAT)
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Woods Squad
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Fly Fishing
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Club Hockey
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Club Basketball
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Club Squash
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Yoga
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Dance Company
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Math Team
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SEED
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Exercise & Fitness
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Early AM Exercise & Fitness
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Dynamic Training
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Golf
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Hotchkiss Dramatic Association (HDA)
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Mischianza (yearbook)
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Fairfield Farm Ecosystem and Adventure Team (FFEAT)
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Robotics/EFX Lab
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Community Service
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Ceramics
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Arts
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Ceramics
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Portfolio
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Architecture
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Music
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Jazz
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Music Technology
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Photography
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Photography Portfolio
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Digital Media
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Contact Info
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Hotchkiss School
Tell me a bit about The Hotchkiss School.
The Hotchkiss School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Connecticut, US. It was founded 1891 , and currently has about 614 students, 14.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.hotchkiss.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.hotchkiss.org.
Does The Hotchkiss School have rigorous academic requirements?
In recent years, 64 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
The Hotchkiss School also have 79% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
The Hotchkiss School also have 79% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Hotchkiss School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 8.57% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 23.43% go to top 25, and about 18.57% 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 Hotchkiss School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Hotchkiss 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 Hotchkiss School?
The total fee for The Hotchkiss School in 2024 is
$77,240 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@hotchkiss.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@hotchkiss.org .
Where is The Hotchkiss School located?
The Hotchkiss School is located in the State of Connecticut of USA.
How popular is The Hotchkiss School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Hotchkiss School is among the most popular schools, within top 2 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also The Hotchkiss School has been favorited by 1455 users.
Also The Hotchkiss School has been favorited by 1455 users.
How do I complete an application for The Hotchkiss School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Hotchkiss School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Hotchkiss School’s official site: http://www.hotchkiss.org or call them at 860-435-3102.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Hotchkiss School’s official site: http://www.hotchkiss.org or call them at 860-435-3102.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for The Hotchkiss School?
The overall rating for The Hotchkiss School is A+.
The section ratings of The Hotchkiss School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of The Hotchkiss School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews
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