Westover School
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(203)577-4521
- Westover is an independent boarding and day high school that challenges smart, motivated girls to become confident, connected women.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 188 students
- Yearly Tuition: $63,800
- Acceptance rate: 46%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
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Westover School places among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Coalition of Girls National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) New England Association of Schools and Colleges National Association of College Admissions Counselors |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1909 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 188 students |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| % Students of Color | 23% State avg.: 22% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 42 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 69% |
| Average Class Size | 11 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 20 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Art History, Biology, Calculus AB/BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language & Culture, Computer Science A, English Language & Composition, English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, Latin (Vergil), Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Music Theory, Physics 1/Physics 2, Psychology, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art (2D Design), Studio Art (Drawing), U.S. Government & Politics, U.S. History, World History, |
| Average ACT score | 27 |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 65% |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $63,800 |
| Tuition Notes | 63,800 is boarding tuition and $46,000 is day tuition. International is 66,200. |
| % on Financial Aid | 40% |
| Acceptance Rate | 46% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | David Tuttle |
| Admissions Associate | Dawn Curtis |
| Endowment Size | $63.1 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 16 sports |
| Sports | Ballet, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, VolleyballBallet, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 22 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Amnesty International, Coagess Yearbook, Community Service, Environmental Action, Peer Support, Relay for Life, The Wick (school newspaper), WALSA (Westover's African American & Latina Student Association, Women's Rights Club Arts and Music Programs: Glee Club, Gospel Choir, Handbell Ensembles, Lantern (art & literary magazine) Recreational Athletic Programs: Aerobics, Dance, Fitness & Strength Training, Outdoor Club, Physical Drama (stage combat, fencing, and dance), Physioball, Snowboarding & Skiing, Yoga, Zumba |
School Notes
- At Westover, we help talented and motivated girls grow into confident and connected women.Women who find lives of purpose and meaning, who understand they can make a difference and who understand the power of relationships.We are not just educating girls in the traditional sense; we are empowering them to be themselves, to make their own choices, and to appreciate diversity.
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School Reviews
| 5 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 |
| 5 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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