Kimball Union draws from 200 years of experience to provide a 21st century curriculum which meets students where they are academically and prepares them for achievement in college and life.
Guided by consistent and engaged leadership, KUA inspires "mastery, creativity, responsibility, and leadership" in a friendly, warm, holistic environment on its 1300-acre campus in Meriden, NH.
Our extraordinary faculty delivers academic excellence from supported learning to advanced concentrations in specific academic areas.
Kimball Union is often defined by our positive and inclusive community, which is advanced by our comprehensive Student Life program. This highlights a (purposeful) focus on leadership, character building, and ethics in the classrooms, dorms, studios, and playing fields.
Signature Programs include varsity athletics; visual and performing arts; STEM, Global, and Art Scholar programs; Capstone projects; Fire Brigade; and sustainable farming. They provide students with opportunities to take their learning beyond the classroom.
Some of the most experienced college division 1 level coaches in New England provide excellent training from skills development to the highest levels of competition while reinforcing our ideals of "the scholar-athlete" and have lead our alumni to compete professionally in the NFL, NHL, and Olympic Games.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NH School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Yearly Tuition: $77,200
- Acceptance rate: 30%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Kimball Union Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
The Gosselin Learning Center
Year Founded
1813
Colors
Black, Orange, Orange/Black
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
1300 acres
Student Body
Total Students
338 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
25 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Art HistoryCalculus AB
Calculus BCChemistry
English LanguageEnglish Literature
Environmental ScienceEuropean History
French LanguageHuman Geography
Latin: LiteratureLatin: Vergil
Physics BSpanish Language
StatisticsStudio Art
U.S. HistoryWorld History
Average SAT score
1350
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$77,200
Tuition Notes
Day $46800
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$32,000
Acceptance Rate
30%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Josh Labove
Application URL
Endowment Size
$72.9 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
22 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
38 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
CampingCommunity Service
Diversity ClubDog Walking Club
Dorm ProctorsEnvironmental Club
Fire BrigadeForeign Language Clubs
Gay/Straight Alliance (GSA)Habitat for Humanity
Honor CouncilLiterary Magazine
Math ClubModel UN
NewspaperOuting Club (canoeing, hiking, etc)
Peer TutoringRelay Diversity
Residential ProctorSchool Tour Guides
Stem ClubStudent Government
The Claw - Student NewspaperThe Penny Fellowship - Community Service
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
DancePhotography
Rock EnsembleTheater Activity
Winter Musical Production
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Alpine Skiing (recreational)Equestrian
Fitness TrainingInstructional Golf
Instructional TennisPottery Activity
Recreational SkiingStrength and Conditioning
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Be You. Become Who You Want to Be.'
- School Mascot: Wildcats
- Integrated college advising system prepares students throughout their KUA career to achieve their highest potential and attend highly competitive schools.
- Through our multi-layered learning center program, our faculty provides a range of expertise and support to students at all levels of performance.
- Facilities include a modern campus center, a beautiful arts center, SMART classrooms with state-of-the-art technology, an environmental science center and greenhouse, athletic center and hockey arena, indoor and outdoor turf fields, fitness center, tennis courts, library, and technology labs.
- Kimball Union`s highly qualified and dedicated faculty is committed to serving our students and families. Our faculty members get to know each individual student in the classroom, as dorm parents, coaches, and mentors. These close relationships and the individual growth our students experience during their time here are hallmarks of a Kimball Union education.
- Nestled in the intellectually vibrant Upper Valley in close proximity to Dartmouth College, Kimball Union benefits from world-class arts, entertainment, athletic, and cultural events that are staples of the community.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Ernest Everett Just - African American biologist
- Dana Stone - Vietnam War photographer
- Chester Bradley Jordan - Governor of New Hampshire
- Kathryn Woodman Leighton - artist
- Augustus Washington - African American photographer
- Andrew Wheating - Olympian
- F. Lee Bailey - defense attorney
- Kasim Edebali - NFL football player
- Steven Sotloff - journalist
- Richard Aitson - Native American poet
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kimball Union Academy cost?
Kimball Union Academy's tuition is approximately $77,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Kimball Union Academy?
The acceptance rate of Kimball Union Academy is 30%, which is lower than the national average of 72%. Kimball Union Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Hampshire with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Kimball Union Academy?
Kimball Union Academy famous alumni include: Ernest Everett Just, Dana Stone, Chester Bradley Jordan, Kathryn Woodman Leighton, Augustus Washington, Andrew Wheating, F. Lee Bailey, Kasim Edebali, Steven Sotloff and Richard Aitson.
What sports does Kimball Union Academy offer?
Kimball Union Academy offers 22 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Kimball Union Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for most sports offered.
What is Kimball Union Academy's ranking?
Kimball Union Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Highest average SAT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Kimball Union Academy?
The application deadline for Kimball Union Academy is Feb. 1.
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