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B 4.0 Pennsylvania, US
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School Overview

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Overall
B
Matriculation A
Academics B
Extracurriculars C
Community A-
Reviews C
Founded in 1784, Harrisburg Academy is an independent, coed, diverse school community that challenges and inspires students from preschool through 12th grade. We are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and PA Association of Independent Schools, and we belong to the National Association of Independent Schools. An IB World School, we are the only school in the greater Harrisburg, PA, area to offer an established International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$28,235
Enrollment
364
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
62%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
26.6
Class Size
12

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#25 New York University 1 +
#29 Wake Forest University 1 +
#34 University of California: San Diego 1 +
#38 University of California: Davis 1 +
#41 Boston University 1 +
#44 Northeastern University 1 +
#62 University of Pittsburgh 1 +
LAC #18 Haverford College 1 +

Academics

IB

(21)
IB English (SL,HL)
IB French (SL)
IB Spanish (SL)
IB History of the Americas (HL)
IB Information Technology in a Global Society (SL)
IB Psychology (SL)
IB English (SL,HL)
IB French (SL)
IB Spanish (SL)
IB History of the Americas (HL)
IB Information Technology in a Global Society (SL)
IB Psychology (SL)
IB Biology (HL)
IB Chemistry (SL)
IB Computer Science (SL,HL)
IB Physics (SL,HL)
IB Math Studies (SL)
IB Mathematics (SL,HL)
IB Music (SL,HL)
IB Visual Arts (SL,HL)
IB Theory of Knowledge
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Sports

(9)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(12)
Quiz Bowl
Model United Nations
Student Council
Literary Magazine
Newspaper
Diversity Club
Quiz Bowl
Model United Nations
Student Council
Literary Magazine
Newspaper
Diversity Club
National Honor Society
Tri-M
and Tech Club. Upper School students are also involved in performing arts
including a student-produced one-act play (fall)
All-School Concert (winter)
and Upper School musical (fall).
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Contact Info

http://www.harrisburgacademy.org
10 Erford Road, Lemoyne, PA 17043
717-763-7811
rill.k@harrisburgacademy.org
Pennsylvania

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: K-12
Rural
IB: Yes
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1784
Campus Size: 24 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL,SLEP
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Frequently Ask Questions about Harrisburg Academy

Tell me a bit about Harrisburg Academy.
Harrisburg Academy is Co-ed private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1784 , and currently has about 364 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.harrisburgacademy.org.
Does Harrisburg Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Harrisburg Academy also have 62% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Harrisburg Academy students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended University of Notre Dame, New York University, Wake Forest University, University of California: San Diego and University of California: Davis.
What is the application requirement for Harrisburg Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Harrisburg Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Harrisburg Academy?
The day tuition for Harrisburg Academy in 2024 is $28,235 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at rill.k@harrisburgacademy.org .
Where is Harrisburg Academy located?
Harrisburg Academy is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA.
How popular is Harrisburg Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Harrisburg Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 414 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Harrisburg Academy has been favorited by 29 users.
How do I complete an application for Harrisburg Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Harrisburg Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Harrisburg Academy’s official site: http://www.harrisburgacademy.org or call them at 717-763-7811.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Harrisburg Academy?
Yes, here are few: Bishop Mcdevitt High School, West Shore Christian Academy-PA and Trinity High School-PA.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Harrisburg Academy?
The overall rating for Harrisburg Academy is B.

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

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Baltimore is a historic city in Maryland, known for its significant role as a major seaport. Located at the mouth of the Inner Harbor, the city is home to Fort McHenry, where the U.S. national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was penned. The Inner Harbor today features a vibrant mix of shops, seafood restaurants, and attractions like the USS Constellation, a Civil War-era warship, and the National Aquarium, which hosts a diverse array of marine life. Baltimore’s rich cultural and maritime heritage continues to attract visitors year-round.
Population (2022) 636,919
Cost of Living Higher than average 9%
Nearby Airport Baltimore-Washington International Airport

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