University School

University School serves 26 students in grades 9-12. The student:teacher of University School is 3:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
Campus Size
220 acres

Student Body

Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
University School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Responsibility, Loyalty, Consideration
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Scott Boehnen - Notable educator and author -
    • Numerous Broadway actors among alumni -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from University School?
University School famous alumni include: Scott Boehnen - Notable educator and author and Numerous Broadway actors among alumni.
What is University School's ranking?
University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for University School?
The application deadline for University School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Fairfield County, CT is $25,092 for elementary schools and $32,792 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Fairfield County, CT is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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