St. Andrew’s College (ON)
Overview
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St. Andrew’s College (SAC) is an independent, all-boys preparatory school for grades 5-12. Located 40 minutes north of Toronto in the town of Aurora, our 110-acre campus is home to a mix of over 630 residential and day students. SAC offers a rigorous academic curriculum with multiple Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities, and a rich, activity-based educational environment. A wireless tablet program adds to the learning experience, incorporating the latest technology into the classroom. We welcome boys from around the world with strong academic backgrounds who also want to become active members of our community. As set out in our mission statement, SAC’s academic program is complemented by a wide range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities designed to develop 'the complete man, the well-rounded citizen.' All boys participate in our extensive athletic program (71 teams across 22 sports) and the 111-year-old Cadet Corps. Many of our students also choose to participate in SAC’s internationally acclaimed arts, drama and music programs, and are active in photography, Model UN, community outreach and more. A St. Andrew’s education is like no other. Graduates gain entry to top universities in Canada, the U.S. and abroad, and are renowned for their strong values, dedication to community, lasting achievements and lifelong friendships.



Academics
Summary: In addition to the 9 dedicated AP courses offered, students may write AP exams in 17 subject areas.
Department Director Michael Paluch
Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Average Class Size: 18
Summer Programs: Offered
Full Time Teachers: 77
Number of AP Courses Offered: 9
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 34%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Learning Support
- Evening Study Assistance
- Learning Center
- Peer Tutoring
- Study Skills Assistance
- Subject Tutoring
- Writing Center
English
- Creative Writing
- Literature
- Playwriting
- Poetry
- Journalism
History
- Classical History
- European History
- Honors
- Medieval History
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
Religion / Philosophy
- Philosophy
- The Bible
- World Religions
Humanities / Social Sciences
- Economics
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Animal Behavior
- Astronomy
- Astrophysics
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Ecology
- Environmental Science
- Genetics
- Health
- Meteorology
- Oceanography
- Paleontology
- Physical Science
- Physics
- Physiology
Math
Computer Studies
- Computer Applications
- Computer Programming
- Computer Science
- Web Design
Music
- Band
- Composition
- History of Jazz
- Individual Instructions
- Music History
- Music Theory
- Orchestra
Performing / Visual Arts
Special Programs
- Study Abroad
- Community Service
- Exchange Programs
- Personal Finance
- Independent Study
- Leadership
- Outdoor Education
- Rifle Team
Distinctive or New Programs
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Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 4
Average Students Per Dorm: 60
Number of Girls Dorms: 0
Number of Boys Dorms: 4
Dorm Amenities
Other Dorm Amenities
Facilities
Other Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
Arts & Athletics
Arts Department Director: Stephen Kimmerer
Athletics Department Director: Paul Bedard
Notable Achievements: 12 team championships (71 teams across 22 sports) extensive student art collection Awarded triple gold at MusicFest Regionals
Arts
Interscholastic Sports
Recreational Sports
Graduates
Summary: The 124 members of the Class of 2015 received 552 offers of admission, 61 outside Ontario, 35 U.S. and 28 international. On average, there were 4.5 acceptances for each student, and 85% graduated as Ontario Scholars. The graduating class received more than $1.6 million in scholarships and awards toward their post-secondary education.
College Information
Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
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Notable Alumni
Lawren Harris
Class of 1903
Canadian Landscape artist Member of the Group of Seven
Kiefer Sutherland
Class of 1986
Actor
Graham F. Towers
Class of 1913
First Governor of the Bank of Canada
Harry Watson
Class of 1916
Member Hockey Hall of Fame
Hon. John C. Crosbie
Class of 1949
Lieutenant-Governor Newfoundland & Labrador
Michael Del Zotto
Class of 2008
New York Rangers
Steve Amell
Class of 2000
Actor
Timothy Findley
Class of 1950
Canadian novelist and playwright
John McCurdy
Class of 1903
Canadian Aviation Pioneer and Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia
Quotes From Alumni
Merit
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 12%
Average Merit Scholarship: 5,000
Current Endowment Amount: $32,095,502
Vital Information
Student Body Type: All Boys
Total Boarding: 258
Total Day: 386
Total Enrollment: 644
Boys: 644
Girls: 0
Boarding Grades Offered: 6-12
Day Grades Offered: 5-12
School Type: Middle, High School
Dress Code: Uniform
Applications Accepted: Contact School
Application Deadline: Rolling
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $57,560
5-Day Boarding: $57,560
Day Tuition Fee: $34,685
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 26%
Average Awarded: $20,000
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 12%
Average Merit Scholarship: $5,000
Current Endowment Amount: $32,095,502
Contact
Director of Admissions: Michael Roy
Admissions Phone: 905 727 3178 x303
Fax: 905 727 9032
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.sac.on.ca
Nearby Schools
- The Bishop Strachan School - 23mi / 36 km
- Branksome Hall - 24mi / 38 km
- Trafalgar Castle School - 28mi / 46 km
- Appleby College - 42mi / 68 km
- Trinity College School - 59mi / 95 km
- Ridley College - 61mi / 98 km




