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Established in 1764 and located in New York City, CGPS is the oldest nonsectarian independent school in the United States and a leader in student-centered learning, educating children in Pre-K through 12th grade.
CGPS nurtures each student's unique passions and talents inside and outside the classroom, unifying and inspiring members of its community in a rigorous but relaxed learning environment, preparing them for the finest colleges and instilling in them the confidence, ethical values and sense of purpose to embrace challenges, to achieve their dreams and to improve the world.
How much does Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School cost?
Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $68,360 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School?
Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School famous alumni include: Murray Gell-Mann, Rainer Weiss, Stephen Shore, Herman Melville, Lorenz Hart, Ally Sheedy, David Stearns and The Safdie Brothers.
What sports does Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School offer?
Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Winter Track. Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School's ranking?
Such an amazing school! I had such a great time here.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Emily
52/25/2017
Fantastic community with great teachers, caring administrators, very well thought out extra curricular activities and genuine student body.
- Posted by Parent - GS
51/10/2012
I absolutely recommend this school for anybody. I will be graduating this year, having attended since kindergarten, and I'm very sad to be leaving. I have been exposed to every type of extracurricular including music, art, theater, and sports. If you find something that you love at CGPS, as I found sports, we have faculty with expertise that can take you to any level you wish to go to. I have received a world class education here, made friends that will last a lifetime, been privileged to learn from amazing teachers who are deeply passionate about what they teach, and so much more. I have grown up at CGPS, and now, having gotten into college early decision thanks to our wonderful college counselors, I am faced with the reality of having to leave next year. I urge everyone to consider CGPS for their child. You will find a community of caring individuals who care about helping your child and are committed to making sure they receive the best education possible, as I have for the past thirteen years.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - emily
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