Villanova Preparatory School

12096 N Ventura Avenue
Ojai, CA 93023
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Villanova Preparatory School Photo #1 - 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.
Villanova Preparatory School Photo #2 - Founded in 1924, Villanova Prep is the only Catholic boarding school in the Augustinian tradition. Our 130-acre campus located in Ojai, California, approximately 60 minutes north of Los Angeles, has several athletic and academic facilities to support our students' development of mind, body, and spirit.
Villanova Preparatory School Photo #3 - Villanova is the only high school in the nation that is a member of the Clare Boothe Luce Program. Clare Booth Luce, playwright, novelist, first U.S. Congresswoman from Connecticut, and ambassador to Italy, "sought to encourage women to enter, study, graduate, and teach" in the fields of science, engineering, and mathematics.
Villanova Preparatory School Photo #4 - Villanova offers 15 Varsity sports, over 20 clubs and student organizations offering leadership opportunities. Associated Student Body (ASB) helps plan several activities such as dances, pep rallies, movie nights, themed-events and more.
Villanova Preparatory School Photo #5 - Villanova recognizes the potential in every student and seeks to provide an environment that nurtures these talents.
Villanova Preparatory School Photo #6 - 58% of the Class of 2017 were awarded academic merit scholarships and were accepted to schools such as Stanford, MIT, Cornell, UC Davis, UC Berkley, Berklee College of Music, Villanova University, UCLA and more.
  • Villanova Preparatory School was founded in 1924 as a Catholic school in the Augustinian tradition and is the only boarding school in California to offer the IB Diploma Programme.
  • 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.
Quick Stats (2020)
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Students: 220 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,500
  • Acceptance rate: 62%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling

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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
Summer School OfferedYes
Summer Program Cost NotesCost varies depending on boarding option and program.
Summer Program DetailsLink to Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students220 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 44%
Students by Grade Villanova Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
81%
Average Class Size15 students
Number of AP Courses1 courses
List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses
Advanced CoursesAP Physics C, 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 score1230
Average ACT score25
Matriculation DataMatric. DataLink to Matriculation Data
Classroom Dress CodeCasual
(collared shirts)

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineJan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost$22,500
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Tuition Notes7 Day Resident Tuition: $61,500 5 Day Tuition: $51,500 Day Tuition: $22,500
% on Financial Aid
37%
Acceptance Rate
62%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions DirectorMr. Tyler Hart, M.A. Ed.
Admissions AssociateMr. Vincent Girardi
Endowment Size$12 million

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.15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.Club or Organization:
Art Club, Associated Student Body (ASB)/Leadership, California Scholarship Federation, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Chinese Community Club, Clare Boothe Luce, Hogar Infantile, Interact Club, Latin Club, Math Tutoring Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Club, Student Ambassadors, Writing Club

School Notes

  • Day and Boarding school with 65% day and 35% resident students

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Quick Stats (2020)
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Students: 220 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,500
  • Acceptance rate: 62%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
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