Villanova Preparatory School

12096 N Ventura Avenue
Ojai, CA 93023
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In this supportive environment steeped in Catholic values, students are comfortable taking risks, trying something new and learning more about the individual throughout their Villanova experience.
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Founded in 1924, Villanova Prep is the only Catholic boarding school in the Augustinian tradition.
Villanova recognizes, first and foremost, the potential in every student and seeks to provide an environment that nurtures these talents.
Villanova recognizes, first and foremost, the potential in every student and seeks to provide an environment that nurtures these talents.
  • Villanova Preparatory School was founded in 1924 as a Catholic school in the Augustinian tradition.
  • At Villanova, all educational and extra-curricular activities emphasize the Augustinian values of unity, truth, and love.
  • Through a balanced program of academic courses, athletics, community service, art and extra-curricular activities, Villanova channels students' curiosity, enthusiasm, and energy so they can reach the full potential of their abilities and interests.
  • Villanova provides an outstanding community-based education for its students with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average class size of 15.

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
International Baccalaureate (IB) World School
Religious AffiliationRoman Catholic
Grades OfferedGrades 9-12
Year Founded1924

Student Body

Total Students266 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
Students by GradeVillanova Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
82%
Average Class Size15 students
Number of AP Courses5 courses
List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses
Advanced CoursesAP Calculus AB, AP Physics C, AP Statistics, IB 20th Century World History SL & HL, IB Art SL & HL, IB Biology HL, IB Chemistry HL, IB English 11 SL & HL, IB English 12 HL, IB English 12 SL, IB Environmental Systems and Societies, IB History of the America HL, IB Latin, IB Math HL, IB Math Studies SL, IB Music SL, IB Psychology SL & HL, IB Spanish AB SL, IB Spanish SL & HL, Theory of Knowledge (IB),
Average SAT score1250
Average ACT score27
Matriculation DataMatric. DataLink to Matriculation Data
Classroom Dress CodeCasual
(collared shirts)

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineJan. 20 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost$21,000
Tuition NotesResident Tuition: $58,000
% on Financial Aid
37%
Acceptance Rate
58%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions DirectorMr. Tyler Hart, M.A. Ed.
Admissions AssociateMs. Maggie Colburn

Sports

Total Sports Offered12 sports
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water PoloBaseball, Basketball,
Football, Golf,
Soccer, Softball,
Surf Team, Swimming,
Tennis, Track and Field,
Volleyball, Water Polo,

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.Art Club, Associated Student Body (ASB)/Leadership, Astronomy Club, California Scholarship Federation, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Chinese Community Club, Clare Boothe Luce, Cycling/Mountain Biking Club, Film Club, Galloping Ghosts, Hogar Infantile, Interact Club, Latin Club, Math Tutoring Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Club, Philosophy Club, Programming Club, Project A.F.R.I.C.A., Student Ambassadors, Writing Club Art Club, Astronomy Club, Chess Club, Film Club, Interact Club, Latin Club, Mock Trial, Writing Club, Associated Student Body (ASB)/Leadership,
California Scholarship Federation,
Campus Ministry,
Chinese Community Club,
Clare Boothe Luce,
Cycling/Mountain Biking Club,
Galloping Ghosts,
Hogar Infantile,
Math Tutoring Club,
National Honor Club,
Philosophy Club,
Programming Club,
Project A.F.R.I.C.A.,
Student Ambassadors,

School Notes

  • IB World School
  • Day and Boarding school with 65% day and 35% resident students
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  • Grades: 9-12
  • Students: 266 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $21,000
  • Acceptance rate: 58%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 20 / rolling
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