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A University Liggett School education empowers students to break through boundaries.
Own their academic growth. Flourish through failure. Understand through experience.
Revel in their differences, talents and strengths. We approach every student and each day from a place of pure and limitless possibility, with our holistic approach to learning and an environment that supports meaningful risks and rewards.
Because asking new questions is more valuable than memorizing
old answers. For 145 years, Liggett has pioneered
thought-provoking, transformative educational experiences.
A FundamentallyBetter Approach to Education - The Liggett
Approach puts students at the center of their learning, cultivating
interests and passions. Classrooms are student-centered and teacher
guided. Rigor is achieved by depth, rather than breadth.
A Small School with Big Impact - Each student benefits from
small classes and world-class faculty. Our students flourish with
access to opportunities, resources, and interactions that only a
tight knit PK-12 community can provide.
A Tradition of Success - More than 90% of our seniors are
offered admission to their top choice university, including many of
the finest institutions in the world. The Class of 2025 was awarded
$4 million in merit scholarships. Alumni have had a significant
impact in business, science, the arts, athletics, research,
politics and more.
Our Tradition of Innovation - Encouraging experimentation,
problem solving and critical thinking with innovative technology is
a hallmark of a Liggett education. This is supported by dedicated
innovation spaces.
Our Tradition of Athletic Excellence - From the first use of
the forward pass in a football game (1908) to the first girls`
hockey team in the State (1986), Liggett`s athletic programs have
been truly remarkablethroughout its history. The Knights have
achieved 87 State Championships.
Our Tradition of Access and Opportunity - Liggett opens its
doors to bright, talented and dedicated students, whose diversity
of backgrounds enriches our school, through scholarships and
need-based tuition assistance supported by generous giving and a
robust endowment.
University Liggett School's tuition is approximately $38,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of University Liggett School?
The acceptance rate of University Liggett School is 55%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. University Liggett School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.
What sports does University Liggett School offer?
University Liggett School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. University Liggett School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for University Liggett School?
The application deadline for University Liggett School is Jan. 20 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 20 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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The average private school tuition in Wayne County, MI is $9,242 for elementary schools and $13,004 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
