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Westover School is a girls-centered independent boarding and day school for grades 912, located in Middlebury, Connecticut.
Founded in 1909 by pioneering educator Mary Robbins Hillard, Westover was created to provide young women with a transformative education grounded in academic rigor, character development, and leadership.
Outdoor ClubPhysical Drama (stage combat, fencing, and dance)
PhysioballSnowboarding & Skiing
YogaZumba
School Notes
School Motto: Be Boldly You
School Mascot: Wildcats
Westover School is a girls-centered independent boarding and
day school for grades 912, located in Middlebury, Connecticut.
Founded in 1909 by pioneering educator Mary Robbins Hillard,
Westover was created to provide young women with a transformative
education grounded in academic rigor, character development, and
leadership.
Just 90 minutes from New York City and Boston, Westover is a
close-knit community of 200 students, with two-thirds boarding and
one-third attending as day students. Our vibrant community is home
to intellectually curious and ambitious students from Connecticut,
across the United States, and around the world.
At the heart of Westover's mission is a commitment to
developing confident, compassionate changemakers. Signature
programs like Women in Science and Engineering (WISE), F.I.R.E.
(Financial Independence, Readiness & Empowerment), and the Rasin
Center for Global Justice reflect our dedication to cultivating the
next generation of female leaders.
The acceptance rate of Westover School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 71%.
Does Westover School offer a summer program?
Yes, Westover School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Westover School offer?
Westover School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Westover School?
The application deadline for Westover School is Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
As a student Westover empowered me to be unafraid to try new things, be resilient in the face of adversity and failure, and to strive for constant learning. As an alumna, Westover has enriched my life through the life-long relationships I've gained with amazing women and faculty.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Vicki Viera '00
57/3/2019
My time at Westover included much more than a great education. I found life-long friendships, and who I was always meant to be.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Heather '85
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