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 (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Yearly Tuition: $23,900
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Villanova Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
Campus Size
131
School Motto
In the Augustinian tradition
School Mascot
Wildcats
Student Body
Total Students
188 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 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 score
1260
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
collared shirts
School Colors
White, Grey, Navy Blue
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$23,900
Tuition Notes
7 Day Resident Tuition: $64,000
5 Day Tuition: $54,000
Day Tuition: $23,900
% on Financial Aid
48%
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Suzanne Feldman
Admissions Associate
Hope Cottam '14
Application URL
Endowment Size
$12 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
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
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 60% day and 40% resident students
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Villanova Preparatory School cost?
Villanova Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $23,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Villanova Preparatory School?
The acceptance rate of Villanova Preparatory School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Villanova Preparatory School offer?
Villanova Preparatory School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Villanova Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Villanova Preparatory School's ranking?
Villanova Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Villanova Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Villanova Preparatory School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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