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Cushing Academy

Ashburnham, Massachusetts, USA
Co-Ed, No Religious Affiliation

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Students who talk about why they love Cushing Academy describe the way their experiences transform them as scholars, friends, artists, athletes, and as people who are endlessly curious and actively engaged in discovering new talents and interests.

At Cushing, everyone is valued as an individual, and teachers, coaches, and mentors care about success at every level. Students are inspired to push themselves to new levels of achievement, and are encouraged to pursue their passions in and outside the classroom.

Cushing Academy is an independent boarding school for boys and girls that offers a challenging academic curriculum and outstanding offerings in athletics and the arts. The Academy also offers Academic Support and English as a Second Language instruction, and a dynamic 5 week Summer Session program for students ages 12-18. One year, or partial year, enrollment opportunities are available.

Home to 400 students from over 30 states and 30 countries, Cushing is located in a classic rural New England setting, just one hour northwest of Boston in Ashburnham, Massachusetts. The average student/teacher ratio is 8:1. Included among Cushing’s outstanding facilities are: the Watkins Field House (opened in 2016); Iorio Arena for boys' and girls' hockey; Emily Fisher Landau Center for the Visual Arts with numerous studios for silversmithing, pottery, painting and drawing, photography, and glass; Quimby Field, a turf field for athletic practice, game play, and recreation.

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P.O. Box 8000, 39 School Street
Ashburnham, Massachusetts, USA 01430

(978) 827-7000

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Director of Admissions: Catherine Pollock
Admissions Phone:(978) 827-7300Fax:978-827-6253
Email: admissions@cushing.org Website:
www.cushing.org


  • Application Deadline: February 01
  • Application Fee: $50
  • International Application Fee: $100
  • Accepts SSAT Standard Application Online (SAO): Yes
  • Accepts Gateway to Prep Schools Application: No
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  • Founded: 1865
  • Campus Size: 162 acres
  • Grades Offered: 9th-post-grad
  • Accredited by: AISNE
Student Body
Boarding
Grades 9th-post-grad
Day
Grades 9th-post-grad
Total
Girls     134 20 154
Boys     196 20 216
Total     330 40 370

Tuition and Financial Aid
  • 7-Day Boarding: $59,750
  • 5-Day Boarding: N/A
  • Day Tuition Fee: $41,300
  • Payment Plans: Offered
  • Need-Based Aid: Offered
  • Students Receiving Aid: 29.00%
  • Average Awarded: $39,460
 

Average Class Size: 12

Full Time Teachers: 83

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 54.00%

Student/Teacher Ratio: 8/1

Summer Programs Offered: Offered

Number of AP Courses Offered: 11

Advanced/Enrichment Programs
  • AP Courses
  • Post Graduate Year
Support Programs
  • ADD/ADHD Support
  • ESL: Intermediate
  • ESL: Advanced
  • Learning Differences Support
AP Courses Available:
  • Biology
  • Calculus AB
  • Calculus BC
  • Chemistry
  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • US Government & Politics
  • Latin Literature
  • Latin: Vergil
  • Music Theory
  • Physics B
  • Spanish Language
  • Statistics
  • US History
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Department Director: Chris Howes

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 11

Average Students Per Dorm: 52

No. of Girls Dorms: 3

No. of Boys Dorms: 8

Dorm Amenities:

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge
  • Wireless Internet
  • Vending Machines

Dress Code: Casual

Student Life

Facilities

  • Baseball field(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Volleyball court(s)
  • Football field
  • Indoor basketball court(s)

Clubs and Organizations

  • Chess Club
  • Community Service
  • Diversity Club
  • Dorm Proctors
  • Environmental Club
  • Gardening
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Honor Council
  • International Clubs
  • Investment Club
  • Literary Magazine
  • Math Club
  • Mock Trial
  • Model UN
  • National Honor Society
  • Newspaper
  • Peer Counseling
  • Pep Club
  • Photography
  • Sexualities Club
  • Snowboarding
  • Student Activities
  • Student Government
  • Student Publications
  • Student Radio Station
  • Theater
  • Weightlifting
  • Yearbook
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Arts Department Director: Robert Johnson

Athletics Department Director: Bill Troy

Arts
  • A Cappella Group
  • Art Club
  • Audiovisual Club
  • Brass Ensemble
  • Chamber Choir
  • Chamber Ensemble
  • Chamber Orchestra
  • Choral Music
  • Dance
  • Drama Club
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Rock Band
  • String Ensemble
  • Tech Crew
  • Theater
Interscholastic Sports
  • Alpine Ski Racing
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross-Country Running
  • Field Hockey
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
Recreational Sports
  • Aerobics
  • Basketball
  • Dance
  • Figure Skating
  • Ice Hockey
  • Martial Arts
  • Outdoor Education
  • Snowboarding
  • Tennis
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Weight Lifting
 

Department Director: Emily Roller

College Information

Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%

Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Bentley College
Boston College
Boston University
Cornell University
George Washington University

 

Summary: Every summer, students from around the United States and the world come to Cushing Academy for five weeks to learn, make new friends and have fun. We offer programs with serious academic components: Prep for Success, for girls and boys ages 12-13; Studio Art, for girls and boys ages 13-18; College Prep, English as a Second Language, and Critical Skills all for girls and boys ages 14-18. Beyond the classroom, Cushing provides exciting trips throughout New England and the Northeast, myriad athletic opportunities and memorable special events. All students participate in campus activities and excursions and enjoy an outstanding summer with young people from across the country and around the world.

Department Director: Bob Macioci

Cushing Summer Session

July 01, 2018 to August 03, 2018

Cushing Academy’s five-week Summer Session provides endless opportunities for students from across the country and around the world. You’ll engage in a dynamic learning environment and take part in fun and exciting weekend activities and events.

Get ready to begin an amazing journey of academic an

Registration Deadline: June 28, 2018
Tuition: $3,400-8395
Financial Aid Available:  Yes
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