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Cardigan Mountain School

62 Alumni Drive
Canaan, NH 03741
Cardigan Mountain School is a boarding and day school for boys in 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade in Canaan, New Hampshire. We understand and appreciate boys at this great age and stage of development. We`ve created an environment designed to nurture not only their academic achievement, but also their physical, social, ethical, and personal growth.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-9
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $77,300
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $44,800
  • Acceptance rate: 74%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cardigan Mountain School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Attention

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
Cardigan Mountain School
Grades Offered
6-9
School Type
ADD/ADHD Support
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1945
Campus Size
525 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
235 students
% Students of Color
13%
% International Students
40%
% Students Boarding
90%

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
Yes
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Average Class Size
12 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
ESL Courses Offered
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
45%
Summer Program Offered
Summer Program Details

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size
$42.5 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$77,300
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$44,800
Tuition international students
$87,600
Summer Program Cost
$8,300
% Students on Financial Aid
30%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
SSAT Required
Yes
Acceptance Rate
74%
Director of Admissions
Chip Audett
Associate Director of Admissions
Jessica Bayreuther

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
18
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Anime Club, Art Club, Badminton, Board Game Club, Chess, Cooking Club, Dog Walking Club, Fishing Club, Gardening Club, Lego, Music Club, Ping Pong Club, Skateboarding Club, Soccer Club, Woodworking Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Drama, Music Ensemble, Painting

College Matriculation

Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)

School Notes

    • Hands-On, Minds-On Learning
    Middle school boys learn best when they are able to engage both their headand their hands in the process of discovery. Our curriculum is built on afoundation of learning experiences-in and out of the classroom, everywhereon campus, every day-that propel boys toward self-knowledge and indepen-dence. Classes in all grades and subjects focus on active learning, problemsolving, and class participation.
    • Teaching Boys How to Learn
    Our PEAKS classes teach boys how to take ownership of their learning to bebetter, more efficient students and self-advocates. Concepts taught in PEAKSinclude time management, organization, emotional intelligence, and collabo-ration with peers. Every student has a PEAKS coach who acts as an academicmentor alongside his advisor and is regularly available for extra help.
    • A Team for Every Boy
    Nurturing a boy's athletic spirit and physical wellness is an integral part of hisacademic and social growth. Cardigan supports more than 40 athletic teamsin 16 different sports so that every boy can play, learn, and have fun, regard-less of whether they are a skilled student-athlete or an inexperienced playerinterested in trying a new game for the first time.
    • Learning to Lead
    Leadership is an essential component of the Cardigan experience. In additionto more than 20 titled positions, there are many other leadership opportuni-ties, including the student senate, athletic captains, or starting a club or af-finity group. At Cardigan, all 9th graders are leaders, serving to set a positivetone for the entire community.
    • The Green Blanket
    From the moment he's awakened in the morning by a dorm parent, each boyinteracts with a myriad of trusted adults every day. His advisor, PEAKS coach,dorm parents, teachers, and athletic coaches create a net around each boy,serving to mentor, inspire, and support him through all of the challenges ofmiddle school.
    • Matriculation: 
    • Over the past few years, a number of Cardigan graduates have matriculated to schools such as Avon Old Farms, Brooks, Deerfield, Holderness, Hotchkiss, Lawrence, Phillips Andover, Phillips Exeter, Pomfret, Salisbury, St. Mark`s, St. Paul`s, Tabor, Taft, and Westminster.Admissions Correspondence - admissions@cardigan.org or 603-523-3548
    • Cardigan Mountain School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges, National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Junior Boarding Schools Association, Independent Schools Association of Northern New England (ISANNE), Association of Independent Schools of New England(AISNE)
    • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
      • Samuel S. Adams - president of the American Geological Institute, geology professor at the Colorado School of Mines, and president of Loon Mountain
      • Franklin S. Billings, Jr. - American politician and judge from Woodstock, Vermont
      • Ben Lovejoy - Professional ice hockey player and first New Hampshire native to win the Stanley Cup
      • Gavin Bayreuther - Professional ice hockey player
      • Mo Bamba - Professional basketball player
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cardigan Mountain School cost?
Cardigan Mountain School's tuition is approximately $77,300 for boarding students and $44,800 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Cardigan Mountain School?
The acceptance rate of Cardigan Mountain School is 74%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
Who are famous alumni from Cardigan Mountain School?
Cardigan Mountain School famous alumni include: Samuel S. Adams, Franklin S. Billings, Jr., Ben Lovejoy, Gavin Bayreuther and Mo Bamba.
What sports does Cardigan Mountain School offer?
Cardigan Mountain School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis and Wrestling.
Does Cardigan Mountain School offer a summer program?
Yes, Cardigan Mountain School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Cardigan Mountain School's ranking?
Cardigan Mountain School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low student:teacher ratio.
When is the application deadline for Cardigan Mountain School?
The application deadline for Cardigan Mountain School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Class of 2002
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Boston College
I am of white privilege. I played pop warner football in the city of Chicago while attending private school in the area. I also played hockey. The kids on my hockey team, for the most. . .

Class of 2019
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Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Cardigan is very small with a size of about a little over two hundred boys. One that that makes it unique is the very tight-knit community and by the spring term, you know everyone’s name. . .
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-9
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $77,300
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $44,800
  • Acceptance rate: 74%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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