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B+ 4.4 / 5 31 Reviews

Overview

Located in the extraordinary mountain setting of Bethel, Maine, Gould provides a unique environment where students dare, dream, discover, and achieve their potential. Our students explore the outdoors and learn about the natural world in the mountains, rivers, and lakes that surround our campus. A close partnership with Sunday River Resort provides students an unmatched opportunity to pursue interests in recreational and competitive snow sports, fostering a lifelong passion for active and healthy lifestyles.
Gould’s mission guides students to be “creative, courageous, and resilient,” inspiring academic excellence and an adventurous spirit. Our interdisciplinary curriculum challenges students to think critically and solve problems creatively. Living in our close-knit community fosters meaningful relationships and personal growth.
I exposure to a wide range of cultures and perspectives is at the heart of a Gould education. In addition to a campus community representing a variety of cultures, states, and countries, all students have the opportunity to travel or study internationally during their four years at Gould.
Gould’s innovative and talented faculty provides a rigorous academic experience, promoting a love for learning and intellectual pursuit. Faculty embody and model our core values - Curiosity, Creativity, Courage, and Kindness - creating a welcoming community where students embark on a journey of self-discovery and emerge as confident, compassionate leaders prepared to positively impact their world.
More than ‘just a school,’ Gould is a transformative experience that prepares students for a life of fulfillment and purpose.
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Gould Academy With Reviews, Requirements 2024 | FindingSchool

B+ Boarding
A- Matriculation
B+ Academics
B+ Extracurricular activities
B Community
A- Reviews

Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Co-ed
Rural
ESL: Yes
Boarding Tuition: $73,130
Day S. Tuition: $54,848
# of Students: 230
Boarding Rate: 70%
Teacher:Student: 1:6%
International Student: 20%
AP Courses: 8
Endowment: $86,957/stu.
Faculty w/ adv. degree: 70%
SAT: 1310/1600
IB: No
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Matriculation

Ranking University/College Students
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
#13 Dartmouth College 1
#23 University of Michigan 1
#28 New York University 1
#28 Tufts University 1
#28 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1
LAC #6 Bowdoin College 1
#36 Boston College 1
#36 University of California: Irvine 1
#42 Boston University 1
#42 Case Western Reserve University 1
#47 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2
#49 Northeastern University 2
#62 Rutgers University 1
#63 George Washington University 1
#63 St. Olaf College 1
#63 University of Connecticut 1
#68 St. Lawrence University 2
#68 Texas A&M University 1
#68 University of Massachusetts Amherst 1
#72 Hobart and William Smith Colleges 1
#75 Loyola Marymount University 1
#79 Gonzaga University 1
#83 Michigan State University 1
#93 University of Delaware 1
#99 University of Utah 1
#104 University of Colorado Boulder 2
#115 Fairfield University 1
Arizona State University 2
#117 Rochester Institute of Technology 1
#117 University of Vermont 4
LAC #26 Colorado College 1
#136 University of New Hampshire 1
#148 San Diego State University 1
LAC #30 Mount Holyoke College 1
#151 James Madison University 1
#166 Hofstra University 1
#166 Quinnipiac University 1
SUNY University at Albany 1
#234 Suffolk University 1
LAC #50 Connecticut College 1
Babson College 1
Blinn College 1
Emmanual College 2
Ithaca College 1
Macalaster College 1
Regis College 1
US Snowboard Development Team 1
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AP Scores

(2022)
Number of tests taken
125
48%
24%
10%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(Total 8)
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
Statistics
United States History
Physics 1
United States Government and Politics
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
Statistics
United States History
Physics 1
United States Government and Politics
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Sports

(Total 16)
Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrain
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Mountain Biking
Skateboarding
Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrain
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Mountain Biking
Skateboarding
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Strength and Conditioning
Telemark Skiing
Tennis
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(Total 1)
Polar Bear Club

Arts

(Total 2)
Band
Chorus

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Basic Info

Year Founded: 1836
Campus Size: 456 acres
Boarding Rate: 70%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 02/01
Pre Interview: No Requirement
School Code:
TOEFL: 8090
SSAT: 3460

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SSAT

Brief Reviews

(Total 21)
4.4/ 5

Detailed Reviews

(Total 6)
4.5 / 5 Overall
4.1 / 5 Academics
4.3 / 5 Campus
3.8 / 5 Student Life
4.5 / 5 Athletic&Art
4.2 / 5 Transportation

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Frequently Ask Questions about Gould Academy

Tell me a bit about Gould Academy.
Gould Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in Maine, US. It was founded 1836 , and currently has about 230 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.gouldacademy.org.
Does Gould Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Gould Academy is offering 8 AP courses.

In recent years, 24 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Gould Academy also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Gould Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 23.45% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 5.52% go to top 25, and about 3.45% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Gould Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Gould Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Gould Academy’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Gould Academy in 2024 is $71,000 , 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@gouldacademy.org .
Where is Gould Academy located?
Gould Academy is located in the State of Maine of USA.
How popular is Gould Academy on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Gould Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 92 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Gould Academy has been favorited by 297 users.
How to start with an application with Gould Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Gould Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Gould Academy’s official site: https://www.gouldacademy.org or call them at 207-824-7777.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for Gould Academy?
The overall rating for Gould Academy is B+.

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