EF Academy New York
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(914)495-6028
- Surrounded by 100 acres of landscaped grounds, EF Academy New York offers students a vast variety of academic activities to take part in and plenty of space for them to pursue their passions. Experience and American high school education in an international setting that will inspire, transform and empower you.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 830 students
- Yearly Tuition: $29,250
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
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EF Academy New York places among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) International Baccalaureate (IB) World School |
Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
Year Founded | 2007 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Summer Program Cost | $5,900 |
Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
Total Students | 830 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 40% State avg.: 28% |
Students by Grade | ![]() |
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 100 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 90% |
Average Class Size | 17 students |
Number of AP Courses | 60 courses |
List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Advanced Courses | IB French B SL/HL, IB German A: Literature SL/HL, IB Spanish B SL/HL, IB Biology HL/SL, IB Business and Management SL/HL, IB Chemistry HL/SL, IB Chinese A Literature SL/HL, IB Computer Science SL, IB Core: CAS, EE & TOK, IB Economics HL/SL, IB English A: Language and Literature SL/HL, IB English A: Literature SL/HL, IB English B SL/HL, IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL, IB French Ab Initio SL, IB Further Mathematics HL, IB Geography SL, IB German Ab Initio SL, IB History HL/SL, IB Korean A: Literature SL/HL, IB Mandarin ab Initio SL, IB Mathematical Studies SL, IB Mathematics SL/HL, IB Music SL/HL, IB Norwegian A: Literature SL/HL, IB Physics HL/SL, IB Portuguese A: Literature SL/HL, IB Psychology SL, IB Russian A: Literature SL/HL, IB Self-taught A Literature SL, IB Spanish A: Literature SL/HL, IB Spanish Ab Initio SL, IB Sports, Health & Exercise SL, IB Thai A: Literature SL/HL, IB Theater Arts SL/HL, IB Vietnamese A: Literature SL/HL, IB Visual Arts SL/HL |
Average SAT score | 1200 |
Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $29,250 |
Tuition Notes | Day students welcome to join weekend activities |
Admissions Director | Jason M. Kirschner |
Admissions Associate | Lauren Blankstein |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
Sports | Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 40 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: 3D Design and Print, Archaeology Club, Art Club, Art Portfolio Prep Club, Chess Club, Coding Club, Comedy Improv Club, Community Service Club, Creative Writing Club, Culture and Language Exchange, Drama Club, Electronics Club, Equestrian Club, Film Lovers Club, Gardening Club, Gay Straight Alliance, Girls Workout Club, Glee Club, Healthy Living Club, Literary Magazine, Lunar New Year Club, Math Club, Mind and Body Club, Model United Nations, National Honors Society, Orchestra/Music Ensembles, Outdoor Leadership Club, Photography Club, Physics Club, Psychology Tutoring and Peer Tutoring Club, Puzzle Game Club, Rockband, Soap Club, Social Media Club, STEAM (Engineering) Club, Stock Market Club, Student Council, Watercoloring, Web and App Design, Yoga Clu |
School Notes
Easy access to nature and the city
Lights, labs, studios & trails
Vibrant student life
- EF Academy New York is tucked in the quiet suburban town of Thornwood and it is characterized by the many pathways, trails and woodland that surround its academic and residence buildings. Just down the hill from the school is Rose Hill Shopping Center, a small plaza with restaurants and shops. New York City and the famous island of Manhattan are less than an half hour away. Here you will have plenty of opportunities to make America's most cultural city your classroom- class trips to museums, plays and Wall Street promote experienced-based learning, which will allow you to truly immerse yourself in the subject material you are studying.
Lights, labs, studios & trails
- A four-year high school experience at EF Academy New York includes, IGCSE, US high school diploma and IB classes where you will engage in lessons and interact with your classmates in inspiring, spacious classrooms. Theater students step into the spotlight in our beautiful auditorium where full-length plays are staged annually. Science labs equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and welcoming art studios not only enrich your classes, they also host science and art clubs after school and are available for you to use for independent study. Complete your school day with a bit of physical activity in our fully-equipped gym, dance studio or basketball courts, or get some fresh air by going on a walk, run or bike ride around eight kilometers of off-road trails on campus using one of the school's own mountain bikes.
Vibrant student life
- At EF Academy New York, you will have over 40 clubs and seven
varsity sports to choose from, plus opportunities to create your
own. There will always be something taking place on campus, but
some activities will take you beyond our school for an exciting
adventure. Activities take place after school and on the weekends
and range from organized trips to Manhattan and academic
competitions, to basketball league championships and Model UN
conferences.
Explore the US university scene - The New York Area is host to dozens of America`s most respected universities, whether that's NYU in famed Greenwich Village or Ivy League Columbia University. Many students take pre-college courses at these universities during the school year. Our school in Thornwood is an ideal setting in which to prepare for university enrollment in New York State, Philadelphia, Boston or anywhere else on the East Coast of the US and beyond. During the school year, representatives from 150 universities visit our campus to speak with our students. School accreditations: International Baccalaureate, Cambridge International, New York State
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School Reviews
5 I spent a fruitful experience during my boarding school studies at EF Academy NY, I am extremely honored to have been exposed to a rich and fulfilling experience on both educational and personal levels. It was a move that proved very beneficial and well-rounded from all aspects. You have the choice of choosing to achieve the American school diploma you desire wether it being the International Baccalaureate (IB) or the New York State high school diploma (NYS), the IGCSE or Prep Program, speaking of earning diplomas, that means attending class, classes which are highly prestigious with, the curriculum is designed to meet your interests and needs, but just like anyone anywhere you may encounter challenges. This gives you the opportunity to learn being self-dependent, teachers will do so much to get you there!! speaking of interests what I loved most was the diversity I was surrounded by. Just imagine how much information was processed in a class with no less than 7 different nationalities, A school with over 76 different nationalities. Even out of class we would often negotiate global issues and establish solutions, or exchange cultural experiences, it allowed us to look at things from different perspectives!! EF ny is a school which I like referring to as my second home for a number of reasons; to name a few was the care from the house parents, the modern rooms and beautiful classrooms, the continuing development of technology throughout the school, the guidance through out the experience from your personal counsellors and highly experienced teachers. The modern facilities and wide areas enabled us a variety of co-curricular activities to participate in(important for college essays) and lastly the international dining with lots of different delicious options enabled me healthy eating habits that leads ultimately a clear mindset and a positive attitude towards learning. It is a school that has enabled me to enjoy the full experience of educational anddd personal developments! - Posted by Student/Alumni - Ahmed Ali Shafiee |
5 The EF Academy International Boarding School is a well kept secret located on a beautiful modern campus in Thornwood, NY (Westchester County). It also has campuses around the world (our other EF favorite campus is in Oxford England) and once you gain admission into one you can exchange into the others for a more international boarding school experience. One of the few private schools in the United States where you can earn and International Baccalaureate (IB) and a High School Diploma.
The school draws top students from over 75 countries (Asia, Europe, Africa, South America and Russia) and over 45 languages are spoken on campus. The spring break trips and summer opportunities to explore the world are tremendous. For example, there is an amazing spring break trip to Iceland for students to travel to Iceland for the Global Student Leaders Summit among other opportunities.
The student teacher ratio is what you would expect from any private school and the teachers are well trained by some of the best schools in the world. Be warned that the classwork is extremely rigorous for it utilizes the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum as its standard, which is equivalent to college level work in the United States. An undisciplined student will NOT do well here due to the heavy courseload requirements. The teachers understand this and go beyond the call of duty and offer afterschool review sessions to help students stay on track.
Dorm rooms are modern and offer twin and triple accommodations. The school works hard to match roommates of a similar disposition but entirely different culture. For example, a quiet American student would be matched with a quiet student from Asia, Russia or Europe, not another American. Overall, the administration is very responsive to student needs and any parental concerns. There is a parent portal to monitor a student's work progress daily and direct contact with the teachers as needed. - Posted by Parent - ivyle |
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