Lyndon Institute

Po Box 127, College Road, Lyndon Center, VT, 05850
Tel: (802)626-3357
Grades: 9 - 12 | 660 students
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Lyndon Institute offers world-class programs in arts, sciences, technology, and athletics in a Vermont village setting. Founded in 1867, LI is a traditional "New England Academy" enrolling students from across the United States and the world. Lyndon Institute is an independent secondary school that offers a challenging comprehensive education which encourages a lifetime of curiosity, learning, productivity, and good citizenship.

School Overview:
Lyndon Institute
School Membership(s) New England Association of Schools and Colleges
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Year Founded 1867
Student Body
Total Students 660 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 5% (VT School Avg.: 7%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 61 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 11:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 18 students
Number of AP Courses 12 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Mar. 31 / Oct. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $39,600
Tuition Notes Above cost for 7 day boarder. 5 day boarding tuition: $28,280.
Admissions Director Mary B. Thomas
Admissions Associate Adrian Walther

School Notes:

  • Lyndon Institute occupies 150 acres in the historic New England village of Lyndon Center, deep in the beautiful north-eastern part of Vermont. The campus is 5 kilometres from the Burke Mountain Ski Area, a great venue for weekend recreation.
  • Lyndon Institute's 27 buildings include networked classrooms, science laboratories, a library/multi-media center, an auditorium which seats 650, a 250-seat dining hall, 2 full gymnasiums and extensive sports facilities. Courses range from college preparatory courses at the honors or Advanced Placement level to Pre-Engineering and Computer Technology courses. In addition to the regular curriculum, LI offers intermediate and advanced ESL courses for international students.
  • Boarding students live on campus in three larger dormitories and several small cottages, which offer a combination of single and double rooms. Students enjoy a wide array of extra-curricular opportunities including 14 different competitive sports and over 20 different clubs and activities, such as Volunteer Club, Public Speaking Club (Forensics) and Dance Club, to name only a few.
  • Every student is paired with a counselor through the academic program or boarding program (boarding students receive both) who can advise on college and career choices.

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Nearby Schools:

Lyndon Institute
Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
Thaddeus Stevens School
Gr. 1-8 | 0 mi. away
Cornerstone Christian School
Gr. 7-12 | 2.2 mi. away
The Riverside School
Gr. K-8 | 3.4 mi. away
Burke Mountain Academy
Gr. 9-12 | 6 mi. away

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