Kent School is an independent college preparatory boarding school serving grades 9-12 located in Kent, CT. We are guided by our motto - Simplicity of Life, Directness of Purpose, Self-Reliance - to educate our students intellectually, socially, ethically, and spiritually so that they will be prepared to contribute to the common good in the world beyond Kent School.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,450
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $58,650
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1906
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Simplicity of Life, Directness of Purpose, Self-Reliance
Student Body
Enrollment
520 students
300 students
% Students of Color
29%
25%
% Students Boarding
90%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
17
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
73%
70%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
17
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$125 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$73,450
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$58,650
$33,500
% Students on Financial Aid
34%
40%
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Amy Ober
Application URL
Sports
Colors
Unspecified
School Mascot
Equine athletes
College Matriculation
School Notes
- Kent School is an intentional community. Echoing the Episcopal Church's ethos of radical welcome, Kent values and celebrates the dignity of every human being and the generous array of backgrounds, beliefs, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community. Kent School purposefully embraces equity, inclusion, and diversity in all realms of our shared life. We identify injustice in order to make our community more just and loving so that students will do the same in the world beyond Kent School.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Alumni are nationally recognized equestrian professionals -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kent School cost?
Kent School's tuition is approximately $73,450 for boarding students and $58,650 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Kent School?
Kent School famous alumni include: Alumni are nationally recognized equestrian professionals.
When is the application deadline for Kent School?
The application deadline for Kent School is Jan. 15.
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