King’s Academy (JO)

Madaba-Manja

Jordan

Overview

In a setting that is rich in history and tradition King's Academy offers a comprehensive college-preparatory education through a challenging curriculum in the arts and sciences an integrated co-curricular program of athletics activities and community service and a nurturing residential environment. Our students learn to be independent creative and responsible thinkers within an ethical community that encourages young men and women of diverse backgrounds and beliefs to excel to cherish one another and to prepare for leadership.

Academics

Summary: King's Academy offers a traditional American high school experience with an emphasis on academic excellence through Advanced Placement courses. The English-based curriculum is idealistic and rigorous, emphasizing the liberal arts and encompassing eight academic departments. Arabic language instruction is required for all students.

Department Director Mazen Jarrar

Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Average Class Size: 13

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 98

Number of AP Courses Offered: 28

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 50%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

English

Creative Writing
Literature
Poetry

History

European History
Medieval History
United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
French
German
Spanish
Arabic

Religion / Philosophy

Ethics
Philosophy
The Bible
Theology
World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics
Psychology

Sciences

Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics
Physiology

Math

Algebra
Calculus
Functions
Geometry
Statistics
Trigonometry

Computer Studies

Computer Programming
Computer Science

Music

Band
Choral Music
Individual Instructions
Music Appreciation
Music Theory
Orchestra
Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ceramics
Design
Drama
Drawing
Fiber Arts
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Pottery
Printmaking
Screenwriting
Sculpture
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Woodworking
3-D Art
Modern Dance

Special Programs

Community Service
Exchange Programs
Leadership
Outdoor Education
Semester/Year Off-Campus

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 9

Average Students Per Dorm: 50

Number of Girls Dorms: 5

Number of Boys Dorms: 4

Dorm Amenities

Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Kitchenette

Student Life

King's Academy is a boarding school and has a residential program similar to any boarding school in the United States. Students at King's Academy are required to participate in co-curricular activities and athletics, as well as sit-down meals and evening study hall. Living with faculty on campus and in the dormitories, King's students develop close, mentoring relationships with teachers, with a 5:1 boarding students/residential faculty ratio.

Facilities

All-Weather Track
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Indoor Basketball Court
Indoor Pool
Volleyball Court

Other Facilities

Squash court(s); Handball court(s); Tennis Courts

Clubs & Organizations

Animal Rights Club
Astronomy Club
Chess Club
Community Service
Debate Club
Dorm Proctors
Environmental Club
Fencing Club
Foreign Language Clubs
Habitat for Humanity
Horseback Riding
Math Club
Model UN
Newspaper
Peer Counseling
Photography Club
Theater Club
Weightlifting Club
Yearbook
Yoga Club

Arts & Athletics

Summary: The King’s Academy athletic program strives to foster a competitive-collaborative environment in which students shine as individuals and also learn the value and joy of teamwork. King’s Academy features an impressive 5,548 square-meter indoor athletic center accommodating a semi-Olympic swimming pool, squash courts, a multi-purpose gymnasium and exercise facilities. The Athletic Center is a major campus facility; it provides a venue for daily team practices and individual training as well as local and regional competitions. The campus also contains a number of outdoor facilities, including multiple soccer fields and a track, along with tennis, basketball and handball courts. A highly qualified athletic trainer is available to treat injuries.

Arts Department Director: Judith Goltz

Athletics Department Director: Iyad Abu Touq

Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ceramics
Design
Drama
Drawing
Fiber Arts
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Pottery
Printmaking
Screenwriting
Sculpture
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Woodworking
3-D Art
Modern Dance

Interscholastic Sports

Basketball
Cross Country Running
Fencing
Outdoor Education
Soccer
Swimming
Track and Field
Volleyball

Recreational Sports

Badminton
Basketball
Cross Country Running
Dance
Fencing
Field Hockey
Handball
Hiking
Outdoor Education
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Weight Lifting
Yoga

Graduates

College Information

Precentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile	430	510	480
75th percentile	590	670	640

Notable Alumni

Al Hussein bin Abdullah II

Class of 2012

Crown Prince of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 10%

Average Merit Scholarship: 12,995

Current Endowment Amount: $10,539,356

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: Coed

Total Boarding: 362

Total Day: 221

Total Enrollment: 583

Boys: 322

Girls: 261

Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

Day Grades Offered: 7-12

School Type: Middle, High School

Dress Code: Uniform

Applications Accepted: SAO

Application Deadline: Rolling

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $53,250

5-Day Boarding: $53,250

Day Tuition Fee: $42,000

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 47%

Average Awarded: $38,050

School Finances