Blair Academy
Description of Blair Academy
- Established: 1848
- Location: Blairstown, New Jersey, USA
- Students age: 14-18
- Number of students: 460
- Language of instruction: English
- Type of education: mixed.
The Blair Academy private school has earned widespread recognition in the US and the world for many reasons:
- This is one of the oldest schools in the USA, which was founded in 1848.
- The educational institution invites students over 14 years old to study, the most responsible age period, followed by a certificate and admission to universities. Blair Academy copes brilliantly with its task of giving quality training to high school students, and almost 100% of students confidently enroll in undergraduate studies
- A high level of selectivity allows Blair Academy to create an environment of capable and highly intelligent students. According to statistics, only 18% of those wishing to enroll in a private school are selected.
Place Blair Academy in national rankings:
- 3rd place in the ranking of the best boarding independent schools in NYC (Niche, 2019)
- 40th place in the list of the best boarding schools in the USA (Niche, 2019)
- The school is in the TOP-20 educational institutions by the number of subjects that can be studied at an advanced level of difficulty (AP).
School information in numbers:
- 87 - number of international students
- 1: 6 - the ratio of the number of teachers and students
- 81% of students are Americans
- 19% of students are students from other countries
- 12 people - average class size
- In 1992, the school was included in the register of historical places.
Among the famous graduates of the school:
- James Hagerty - White House spokeswoman
- Albert J. Rutherford and Samuel S. Stratton are US congressmen.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Blair Academy
Diploma + Advanced Placement
- Language of instruction: English
- Age: 14-18
- Duration: 4 years.
The program includes the following subjects:
- English
- Mathematics
- Foreign languages
- Natural Sciences
- Story
- Humanitarian sciences
- Religion and philosophy.
Popular Advanced Placement Topics:
- Computer science
- Programming
- Design
- Artificial Intelligence
- English language and literature
- The photo
- Painting
- Architecture
- Copper
- Filmmaking
- Ceramics
- Art history
- Theater.
Accommodation, meals, prices
School students live in 10 cozy residences of the school in rooms for 2-3 people. Each residence has a dining room, a relaxation area and Wi - Fi . Thanks to 90% of teachers on campus, children can always get help on any issues.
Activities Blair Academy
The school has 55 interest clubs and 18 sports sections, including:
- Cinema
- Theater
- Orchestra
- Debate Club
- Choir
- Pottery craftsmanship
- The photo
- Basketball
- Football
- Hockey
- Squash
- Golf
- Tennis
- Swimming.
Facilities and equipment at Blair Academy
The school is located in the state of New Jersey, in the city of Blairstown, located near Lake Blair. New York Airport can be reached in 2 hours. School Infrastructure:
- 5 educational buildings
- Research Center with Science Labs
- Recording Studio
- Art center with gallery
- Squash courts
- Pool
- 10 tennis courts
- Fitness center
- Golf center
- Gym
- 8 sports stadiums
- Wrestling and boxing hall.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
Entrance requirements depend on the areas that the applicant plans to study: for those wishing to study the theater art under the Advanced Placement program , there are some conditions for admission, and those who want to study natural sciences must meet other requirements. Details and specific data for you will specify our manager.
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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Recommendations on when to apply
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