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.

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 Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 9-12
Year Founded 1924

Student Body

Total Students 259 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
Students by Grade Villanova Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers 33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
82%
Average Class Size 15 students
Number of AP Courses 5 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Government and Politics, AP Physics C, AP Statistics
Average SAT score 1250
Average ACT score 27
Matriculation DataMatric. Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom Dress Code Casual
(collared shirts)

Finances and Admission

Admission Deadline Jan. 20 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $53,300
Tuition Notes Day Tuition: $19,000
% on Financial Aid
37%
Acceptance Rate
58%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director Mr. Tyler Hart, M.A. Ed.
Admissions Associate Ms. Maggie Colburn

Sports

Total Sports Offered 12 sports
Sports Baseball, 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. 25 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, Orchestra, Philosophy Club, Programming Club, Project A.F.R.I.C.A., Recycling Club, Singing Club, Student Ambassadors, Writing Club Art Club, Astronomy Club, Chess Club, Film Club, Interact Club, Latin Club, Mock Trial, Orchestra, Recycling Club, Singing Club, 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: 259 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $53,300
  • Acceptance rate: 58%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 20 / rolling
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