At Tabor, we’re making waves in the world and leaving a lasting impact.
Here, you’ll experience a wave of energy, igniting your passion for excellence, fueling your drive for success, and filling you with a sense of purpose and excitement.
Here, you'll wake up to the refreshing sea breeze and start the day with learning deeply connected to the world around you.
At Tabor, our waterfront location isn’t just for show; it’s a living classroom that brings history, culture, and future-thinking together.
We’re not just about book smarts—we’re about real-world, hands-on experience, both in and out of the classroom.
Dive into our unique School by the Sea offerings. Tabor isn’t just a school; it’s your second home, where you’ll navigate the waters of education, achieving more than you ever thought possible.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $77,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $58,900
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tabor Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1876
1906
Campus Size
88 acres
125 acres
Student Body
% Students of Color
16%
26%
% International Students
21%
20%
% Students Boarding
75%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Monthly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
28
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
76%
71%
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$66 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$77,000
$66,250
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$58,900
$35,600
% Students on Financial Aid
36%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Director of Admissions
Eric Long
Associate Director of Admissions
Andrew McCain
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Tabor Academy is a coeducational, college preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9-12 located in Marion, Massachusetts. Tabor enrolls students demonstrating academic ability, strong motivation, sound character, emotional stability, and a willingness to participate fully in the school community. Tabor is founded on the belief that a healthy school community finds common ground while embracing differences and, therefore, accepts a racially, ethnically, religiously, economically, and internationally diverse student body. Tabor students are expected to respect one another and to care for their school.Tabor's academic, artistic, athletic, and community programs provide distinctive opportunities for students to achieve genuine understanding and significant skills and to identify and pursue personal goals. As the "School by the Sea," Tabor sustains a unique maritime heritage that embodies, in all its programs, the qualities a seagoing life requires: thoughtful preparation for and awareness of the wider world, perseverance, courage, good humor, a sense of direction, and humility.Tabor's faculty commit themselves to balancing high demands with genuine affection for their students and to fostering relationships founded on the compassion, personal integrity, and trust that anchor Tabor's community.MISSION Tabor Academy educates and empowers students to connect, serve, and lead.Tabor Academy
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- Tabor Academy accreditations: The Association of Boarding Schools, National Association of Independent Schools, NEASC
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tabor Academy cost?
Tabor Academy's tuition is approximately $77,000 for boarding students and $58,900 for day students.
What schools are Tabor Academy often compared to?
Tabor Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Tilton School by visitors of our site.
What is Tabor Academy's ranking?
Tabor Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Tabor Academy?
The application deadline for Tabor Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest boarding school to Tabor Academy is Portsmouth Abbey School (27.1 miles away)
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