Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #6 - Students are engaged in a college-preparatory curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.

Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus

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Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #1 - Creativity thrives at Stevenson through programs in visual arts, theatre, music, photography, and film. Students perform, exhibit, and create in spaces like the Keck Auditorium and Rosen Art Center, finding their voice, refining their craft, and gaining the confidence to express themselves with purpose.
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Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #1 - Creativity thrives at Stevenson through programs in visual arts, theatre, music, photography, and film. Students perform, exhibit, and create in spaces like the Keck Auditorium and Rosen Art Center, finding their voice, refining their craft, and gaining the confidence to express themselves with purpose.
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #2 - Stevenson is a coeducational, grades 912 day and boarding school located in Pebble Beach, California, on the scenic Monterey Peninsula.
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #3 - A close-knit, inclusive community ensures every student is known, supported, and encouraged to grow. Whether day or boarding, students live and learn in an environment that values integrity, purpose, and personal growth.
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #4 - Stevenson's college-preparatory program challenges students to think critically, explore deeply, and engage joyfully. Small classes, expert faculty, and diverse courses support each student's growth and readiness for life beyond high school.
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #5 - With over 20 sports, Stevenson empowers student-athletes to compete with integrity, resilience, and teamwork. From golf and water polo to soccer and tennis, athletics are a core part of campus life, supported by excellent coaching and facilities.
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #6 - Set between ocean and forest, Stevenson turns nature into a classroom. Outdoor programs offer hiking, sea kayaking, wilderness skills, and environmental education building confidence, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the natural world just beyond campus.
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Photo #7 - Students are engaged in a college-preparatory curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
Stevenson is a coeducational, 912 day and boarding school located on California's Monterey Peninsula.
Our inspired education blends academic excellence with curiosity, joy, and challenge.
Students engage deeply in coursework, visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and learning beyond the classroom.
Stevenson empowers students to grow as thinkers, leaders, and compassionate individuals with purpose and integrity.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 523 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $52,500
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History
School Resources

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1952
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
523 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Art HistoryBiology
Calculus ABCalculus BC
ChemistryDrawing
English Literature & CompositionEnvironmental Science
French Language & CultureJapanese Language & Culture
LatinMacroeconomics
Music TheoryPhysics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: MechanicsSpanish Language & Culture
Studio ArtUS History
World History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition costs vary according to a student\'s enrollment status: boarding ($80,600) or day ($52,500). Please visit our website for the most up to date information. stevensonschool.org
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$43,450
College Acceptance Rate
99%
Admissions Director
Michael Heyward
Admissions Associate
Trish Collins
Application URL
Endowment Size
$64.7 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
AAPIAstronomy Club
Black Student UnionGSA
Interact ClubJewish Affinity Group
LatinX ClubMock Trial Team
Model UNRobotics Team


Arts and Music Programs:
ActingAdvanced Choir
ArchitectureCeramics
Guitar ClassMovie Making
PhotographyRock Band
SongwritingString Orchestra
symphonic bandTheater Arts
Theater Tech


Recreational Athletic Programs:
DanceOutdoor Education
Strength TrainingYoga

School Notes

  • School Motto: “Suaviter in modo, fortiter in re”, “gentle in manner, resolute in deed,”
  • School Mascot: Pirate
  • Stevenson is a coeducational, grades 912 day and boarding school located in Pebble Beach, California, on the scenic Monterey Peninsula. Stevenson offers an inspired education where academic excellence is infused with curiosity, challenge, and joy.
  • Students are engaged in a college-preparatory curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
  • Beyond the classroom, Stevenson offers vibrant programs in the visual and performing arts, competitive athletics across multiple sports, and a wide array of clubs, leadership opportunities, and outdoor experiences that take full advantage of our coastal location.
  • A close-knit, inclusive community ensure every student is known, supported, and encouraged to grow. Whether day or boarding, students live and learn in an environment that values integrity, purpose, and personal growth.
  • Academics:Stevenson's college-preparatory program challenges students to think critically, explore deeply, and engage joyfully. Small classes, expert faculty, and diverse courses support each student's growth and readiness for life beyond high school.
  • Athletics:With over 20 sports, Stevenson empowers student-athletes to compete with integrity, resilience, and teamwork. From golf and water polo to soccer and tennis, athletics are a core part of campus life, supported by excellent coaching and facilities.
  • The Arts:Creativity thrives at Stevenson through programs in visual arts, theatre, music, photography, and film. Students perform, exhibit, and create in spaces like the Keck Auditorium and Rosen Art Center, finding their voice, refining their craft, and gaining the confidence to express themselves with purpose.
  • Co-Curricular & Leadership:Outside the classroom, students lead and explore through dozens of clubs, student-led initiatives, and unique events. Whether through robotics, radio, Model UN, or service projects, students grow as confident, capable leaders ready to make an impact.
  • Experiential Learning:Set between ocean and forest, Stevenson turns nature into a classroom. Outdoor programs offer hiking, sea kayaking, wilderness skills, and environmental education building confidence, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the natural world just beyond campus.
  • Coastal Campus Life: Stevenson's Pebble Beach campus offers stunning natural beauty, a safe and supportive environment, and easy access via nearby airports. Just a short drive from Silicon Valley, the campus blends serene coastal living with opportunity fostering learning, reflection, and a strong sense of community.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alexander Wang '02 - Alexander Wang is a celebrated fashion designer. Wang launched his eponymous fashion brand in 2005 and came to prominence after being awarded the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund in 2008.
    • Greg Dalton '82 - Greg founded Climate One, the premiere platform for high-level conversations about how to confront the climate crisis. Climate One airs on more than 80 public radio stations coast-to-coast, with a podcast version available on all major audio apps.
    • Miya Ando '91 - Miya Ando is a visual artist recognized for her paintings, sculptures, and installation artworks that address concepts of temporality, interdependence, and impermanence. Miya's artworks have been exhibited in museums, galleries, and public spaces worldwide.
    • Mina Harigae '08 - Mina Harigae is a professional golfer currently playing on the LPGA Tour. As an amateur golfer, she won the 2007 U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links. Mina won the California Women's Amateur Championship for four consecutive years (2001–2005).
    • Bill Browder ‘81 - Bill is the CEO and co-founder of Hermitage Capital Management, the investment advisor to the Hermitage Fund, which was formerly the largest foreign portfolio investor in Russia. Bill's primary investment strategy was shareholder rights activism.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus cost?
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus's tuition is approximately $52,500 for private students.
What schools are Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus often compared to?
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus is often viewed alongside schools like York School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus?
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus famous alumni include: Alexander Wang '02, Greg Dalton '82, Miya Ando '91, Mina Harigae '08 and Bill Browder ‘81.
What sports does Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus offer?
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus's ranking?
Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus?
The application deadline for Stevenson School - Pebble Beach Campus is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 523 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $52,500
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Monterey County, CA is $19,918 for elementary schools and $26,431 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Monterey County, CA is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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