Phillips Exeter Academy

Exeter

, 

New Hampshire

, 

United States

Founded in 1781, Phillips Exeter Academy pioneered the Harkness method, where 12 students and a teacher engage around an oval table. Serving students from 44 states and 31 countries, Exeter offers 450+ courses. The school admits without regard to ability to pay and meets 100% of demonstrated need for every student, ensuring access to its rigorous academic program.

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Member of TABS, The Association of Boarding Schools
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Phillips Exeter Academy

Key Information

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Boarding Grades:

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

Post Grad

Day Student Option:

Yes

Religious Affiliation:

No

Student Body Type:

All Gender

Total Boarding Enrollment:

More than 700

Total School Enrollment:

More than 700

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