The Masters School is a rigorous, college preparatory, 5- and 7-day boarding and day school located on 96 acres, 12 miles north of New York City.
Masters is a global community where we strive to be a power for good.
Students and teachers make full use of outstanding campus facilities, including our new, state-of-the-art Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, as well as one of the most exciting classrooms in the world: New York City.
This is a school of high standards, great achievement and hard work, where the Harkness teaching method is a transformative tool in all subjects; around the Harkness table, every student has a voice.
This is also a place of creativity, diversity and fun.
The curriculum is engaging and challenging. The athletic teams are competitive and accomplished.
The fine arts program is exceptional and has been developing artists of acclaim in music, dance, visual arts and theater for years.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12
- Grades: (Day Students) 5-12
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,800
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 10 / Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events and News
- Tour - Tue., April 29, 2025 - get more information!
- Tour - Wed., May 21, 2025 - get more information!
- Masters Welcomes Exchange Students From China - 04/16/2025It wasn't just the beautiful campus and welcoming community that made an impression on the visiting exchange group from the Tsinglan School in China - it was the whole experience.
- Annual Global Feast Celebrates Culture, Tradition and Great Food - 04/16/2025Connection, community and cuisine were the key ingredients for a joyful and jubilant International Dinner in February.
- Science Research Students Shine at Regional and State Competitions - 03/26/2025Under the guidance of Kristina Gremski, science research program director, six upper school students took home multiple awards at two of the region's preeminent competitions: the Regeneron Westchester Science & ...moreEngineering Fair (WESEF) and the New York State Science & Engineering Fair (NYSSEF). hide
- Masters Hosts Second Global Diamond Challenge Pitch Event - 02/26/2025Think of the Diamond Challenge as "Shark Tank" for young innovators from around the world - an opportunity to have an impact on issues of concern, from a cryotherapy glove ...morefor chemotherapy patients to an eco-friendly solution to revolutionize the textile dyeing industry. hide
- Masters Stuns GCDS in FAA Quarterfinal - 02/26/2025Faced with a daunting regular-season schedule, Masters' varsity boys basketball squad stared down adversity all season.As a result, the Panthers refused to blink first in Tuesday's Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) ...morequarterfinal round at Greenwich Country Day School (GCDS). hide
Top Rankings
The Masters School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 278 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
5-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1877
1907
Campus Size
96 acres
125 acres
School Motto
Do It With Thy Might
School Mascot
The Panther
Student Body
Enrollment
669 students
320 students
% Students of Color
38%
27%
% International Students
12%
20%
% Students Boarding
30%
70%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1270 - 1490
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
72%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$72,800
$66,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$36,400
Tuition international students
$79,750
$57,680
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$72,800
$49,400
% Students on Financial Aid
23%
40%
Admissions
Application Deadline
Dec. 10 / Jan. 15
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Director of Admissions
Emma Katznelson
Andrea Fischer
Andrea Fischer
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
18
Courses
Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, Physics C, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art, U.S. History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
18
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
30
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Biology Club, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Creative Writing Club, Debate Team, Dobbs Athletic Association (DAA), Economics Club, Environmental Club, Filmmaking Club, Finance Club, Gold Key Club, GSA, Honorary Photo Society, International Club, Latinos Unidos, Literary Magazine, Mental Health Club, Mock Trial Club, Model UN, Poetry Club, Skateboarding Club, Student Newspaper, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
A cappella group, Dance, Jazz Ensemble, Musical, Orchestra, Play
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickle Ball
Biology Club, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Creative Writing Club, Debate Team, Dobbs Athletic Association (DAA), Economics Club, Environmental Club, Filmmaking Club, Finance Club, Gold Key Club, GSA, Honorary Photo Society, International Club, Latinos Unidos, Literary Magazine, Mental Health Club, Mock Trial Club, Model UN, Poetry Club, Skateboarding Club, Student Newspaper, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
A cappella group, Dance, Jazz Ensemble, Musical, Orchestra, Play
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickle Ball
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Year: 2025
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
New York University
7
Boston University
6
Cornell University
5
Skidmore College
4
Elon University
3
George Washington University
3
Middlebury College
3
Columbia University
2
Northeastern University
2
Washington University in St. Louis
2
School Notes
- The Masters School accreditations: The Association of Boarding Schools, Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sam Coffey '17 - 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist. Coffey is an American professional soccer player who plays as a defensive midfielder for the Portland Thorns of the National Women's Soccer League.
- Marin Alsop '73 - World-renowned conductor who was the first woman to lead a major American orchestra.
- Kara DioGuardi '88 - Grammy-nominated songwriter, whose songs have appeared on more than 160 million records.
- Tyler Pager '13 - White House Correspondent for The New York Times
- Edith Chapin '83 - Senior Vice President, Editor in Chief and acting Chief Content Officer, NPR
- Nia DaCosta '07 - American filmmaker and the first Black woman to direct a Marvel Comics film
- Alex Pall '07 - Member of the Grammy-award-winning electronic DJ and production duo The Chainsmokers
- Flynn Berry '04 - Award-winning author of "Under the Harrow" (Penguin Books), "A Double Life" (Viking) and "Northern Spy" (Viking)
- Betsy Gotbaum '56 - Former New York City Public Advocate
- Michele Roberts '73 - Former president of the National Basketball Players Association
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Masters School cost?
The Masters School's tuition is approximately $72,800 for boarding students.
Who are famous alumni from The Masters School?
The Masters School famous alumni include: Sam Coffey '17, Marin Alsop '73, Kara DioGuardi '88, Tyler Pager '13, Edith Chapin '83, Nia DaCosta '07, Alex Pall '07, Flynn Berry '04, Betsy Gotbaum '56 and Michele Roberts '73.
What sports does The Masters School offer?
The Masters School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is The Masters School's ranking?
The Masters School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for The Masters School?
The application deadline for The Masters School is Dec. 10 / Jan. 15.
Nearby Boarding Schools
The nearest boarding school to The Masters School is EF Academy New York (8.5 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
260 students 8.5 miles 582 Columbus Ave
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 495-6056
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 495-6056
8.5
9-12
260
41 students 18.6 miles 1460 Broadway Street #4027
New York, NY 10036
(646) 504-6924
New York, NY 10036
(646) 504-6924
18.6
10-12
41
600 students 22.3 miles 1 Morris Street
New York, NY 10004
(212) 232-0266
New York, NY 10004
(212) 232-0266
22.3
9-12
Pre-K-12
Pre-K-12
600
120 students 31.1 miles 78 Academy Ave.
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
(845) 534-3710
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
(845) 534-3710
31.1
7-12, PG
120
130 students 36.3 miles 541 Long Beach Road
Saint James, NY 11780
(631) 686-1600
Saint James, NY 11780
(631) 686-1600
36.3
6-12, PG
130
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