Excellence-a pillar of Canterbury`s educational experience-is lived out every day on our hilltop campus. Across all areas of study, you will find yourself inspired to achieve. You will work within a challenging academic program that allows you to develop the skills most essential to succeeding in college and life beyond.
The campus you will call home comprises 150 acres of traditional and modern buildings that house spaces for learning, living, and spiritual reflection. Now open, the new Steers Center-a building that was our students` idea-is designed with every aspect of your student experience in mind.
Founded in the Catholic tradition and welcoming students of all faiths, Canterbury embraces five core values that not only differentiate our school, but distinguish your education and growth as an individual - Honesty, Respect, Compassion, Spirituality, and Self-Reliance. We will encourage you to seek justice and peace, cultivate your critical and reflective thinking, work with and for others, and be your best self.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $74,300
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $54,859
- Acceptance rate: 36%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Learning Difference Programs
Mild Learning Differences
n/a
Year Founded
1915
1906
Campus Size
150 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
325 students
315 students
% Students of Color
15%
26%
% International Students
17%
20%
% Students Boarding
70%
70%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1100 - 1380
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Bi-Weekly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$33 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$74,300
$66,250
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$54,859
$35,600
% Students on Financial Aid
50%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$28,000
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Jan. 15
Average Percentile SSAT
55%
-
Acceptance Rate
36%
60%
Director of Admissions
Jake Dellorco
Associate Director of Admissions
Erin Deshaies
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
22
16
College Matriculation
Year: 2008 - 2012
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Salve Regina University
15
Fairfield University
11
New York University
10
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
9
Northeastern University
9
Providence College
9
The Catholic University of America
9
Endicott College
8
Boston University
7
Rollins College
7
School Notes
- Excellence-a pillar of Canterbury`s educational experience-is lived out every day on our hilltop campus. Across all areas of study, you will find yourself inspired to achieve. You will work within a challenging academic program that allows you to develop the skills most essential to succeeding in college and life beyond.
- The campus you will call home comprises 150 acres of traditional and modern buildings that house spaces for learning, living, and spiritual reflection. Now open, the new Steers Center-a building that was our students` idea-is designed with every aspect of your student experience in mind.
- Founded in the Catholic tradition and welcoming students of all faiths, Canterbury embraces five core values that not only differentiate our school, but distinguish your education and growth as an individual - Honesty, Respect, Compassion, Spirituality, and Self-Reliance. We will encourage you to seek justice and peace, cultivate your critical and reflective thinking, work with and for others, and be your best self. DISCOVER MORE
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
- Canterbury School accreditations: CAIS, NEACS, TABS, SSATB
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jack Arute '68 - ESPN sports announcer
- William Randolph Hearst III '67 - venture capitalist and trustee of Hearst Trust
- Sargent Shriver '34 - diplomat, Peace Corps organizer, Vice-presidential candidate
- John Hemingway '79 - author (grandson of Ernest)
- Cofer Black '68 - former Assistant Secretary of State for counter-terrorism
- James B. Lee '71 - vice-chairman J.P. Morgan Chase
- Peter Kiernan '71 - partner Goldman Sachs, author
- Tom Gerety '64 - educator, NYU professor, former president Trinity College and Amherst College
- Mike Dunham '91 - NHL goaltender
- Dominick Dunne '44 - writer, producer, TV personality
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Canterbury School cost?
Canterbury School's tuition is approximately $74,300 for boarding students and $54,859 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Canterbury School?
The acceptance rate of Canterbury School is 36%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%.
Who are famous alumni from Canterbury School?
Canterbury School famous alumni include: Jack Arute '68, William Randolph Hearst III '67, Sargent Shriver '34, John Hemingway '79, Cofer Black '68, James B. Lee '71, Peter Kiernan '71, Tom Gerety '64, Mike Dunham '91 and Dominick Dunne '44.
What sports does Canterbury School offer?
Canterbury School offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Diving, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for Canterbury School?
The application deadline for Canterbury School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Description
Great school, required to play a sport for all 3 seasons which kept you buys. Teaching was great with small class sizes. More attention from the teachers. . .
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