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27 Advanced Placement Courses Offered Strong Athletic Programs Unique In-Town Location Signature Ninth Grade Program Core Life and Leadership Program
Located on 125 acres in Western Massachusetts, Williston has a history dating back to 1841. Williston’s 420 students (72 % boarding and 28% day) come from 28 countries and 25 US states. All Williston students take part in Williston’s Comprehensive Program for Academic and Social Success, known as COMPASS, which unifies our CORE Life and Leadership Program, our Williston Scholars program, our College Advising program, our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging program, and our Center for Academic Success (Academic Suport). At the core of the Williston experience is our balance of academic excellence and support - students choose from 145 courses, 52 of which are AP or honors level, and they utilize our Writing Center, our Math Center, and our Science Center, as well as more formalized academic support. Additionally, Williston has a long history of athletic excellence – Williston has won 18 NEPSAC championships in the last five years, and over 35% of our graduating seniors have gone on to play at the college level in the last 5 years.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$79,500
Enrollment
420
International Students
23%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
83%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$60 million
AP
28
Average SAT Score
1204
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
12
Boarding %
72

School Materials

Course of Studies

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#2 Harvard College 2
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
#9 Northwestern University 1
LAC #2 Amherst College 2
#13 Dartmouth College 1
#14 Brown University 1
#14 Vanderbilt University 1
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 1

AP Scores

(2024)
Number of students who took AP tests
224
Number of tests taken
478
19%
32%
29%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(28)
Biology
Calculus AB
European History
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Biology
Calculus AB
European History
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Environmental Science
Microeconomics
Music Theory
United States History
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Comparative Government and Politics
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
United States Government and Politics
Physics 2
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Physics 2
Physics 1
Computer Science Principles
Macroeconomics
World History
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Latin
African American Studies
Psychology
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Sports

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Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Water Polo
Equestrain
Fencing
Football
Pickleball
Wrestling
Yoga
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(37)
Community Service Club
Creative Writing Club
Film Club
Fishing Club
Girls Support Girls
Jewish Club
Community Service Club
Creative Writing Club
Film Club
Fishing Club
Girls Support Girls
Jewish Club
Math Team
Science Club
Sustainability Club
Wildest Cats
Williston Democrats
Black Student Union
Boys to Men
Chinese Martial Arts Club
Dance Club
Designer's Club
DoSomething Club
Entrepreneur Club
Grillin’ and Chillin’
GSA (Gender & Sexuality Alliance)
Instrumental Ensemble
Investment Club
Janus (Literary Magazine)
LatinX Club
The Log (Student Yearbook)
Mountain Bike Club
Multicultural Student Union
Photography Club
Ping Pong/Table Tennis Club
The Willistonian (Student Newspaper)
Active Minds
Admission Interns
Best Buddies
Digital Promotions Club
Teller Chorus
Williston Fusion (Singing)
Williston Made Easy
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Arts

(18)
Choir
Music Theory
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Painting
Choir
Music Theory
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Painting
Studio Art
Digital Design
Chamber Choir
Instrumental Ensemble
Performing
Theater
Film
Photography
Visual Arts
2D Art
3D Art
Design
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Contact Info

http://www.williston.com
19 Payson Avenue, Easthampton, MA 01027
413-529-3241
admission@williston.com
Massachusetts

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1841
Campus Size: 125 acres
Boarding Rate: 72%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: On Campus, International Admission Visits
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL, Duolingo
School Code:
TOEFL: 8963
SSAT: 8230
ISEE: 220725

Frequently Ask Questions about Williston Northampton School

Tell me a bit about Williston Northampton School.
Williston Northampton School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1841 , and currently has about 420 students, 23.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.williston.com.
Does Williston Northampton School have rigorous academic requirements?
Williston Northampton School is offering 28 AP courses.

In recent years, 32 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Williston Northampton School also have 83% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Williston Northampton School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 16.15% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 5.38% go to top 25, and about 4.34% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Williston Northampton School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Williston Northampton 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 Williston Northampton School?
The total fee for Williston Northampton School in 2024 is $79,500 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@williston.com .
Where is Williston Northampton School located?
Williston Northampton School is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA.
How popular is Williston Northampton School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Williston Northampton School is among the most popular schools, within top 27 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Williston Northampton School has been favorited by 938 users.
How do I complete an application for Williston Northampton School?
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Also it is highly recommended to visit Williston Northampton School’s official site: http://www.williston.com or call them at 413-529-3241.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Williston Northampton School?
Yes, here are few: The MacDuffie School, Wilbraham & Monson Academy and Springfield Commonwealth Academy.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Williston Northampton School?
The overall rating for Williston Northampton School is A.

The section ratings of Williston Northampton School are:
A for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
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Nearby City

Boston, Massachusetts
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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