Loomis Chaffee (2026 Profile)

5.00 (30 reviews)

Tel: (860) 687-6400

4 Batchelder Road
Windsor, CT 06095

www.loomischaffee.org

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Loomis Chaffee Photo #1 - Loomis` beautiful 300-acre campus is located at the confluence of the Farmington and Connecticut rivers in Windsor, Connecticut. Affectionately referred to as the Island, Loomis is within walking distance of the town`s center, Amtrak train station, and other areas of interest.

Loomis Chaffee Photo #2 - Collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and communication - four competencies in which all Loomis students become skilled practitioners.

Loomis Chaffee Photo #3 - At Loomis you will quickly find people with whom you just "click." The diversity of our student body just about guarantees it.

Loomis Chaffee Photo #4 - Welcome to your home away from home! As a boarding student on "The Island" you will establish strong relationships living and learning alongside peers, faculty, coaches, and mentors in one of 13 dormitories on campus.

Loomis Chaffee Photo #5 - Loomis athletes are defined as much by their character as they are by their talent, and the result is a highly successful and widely respected athletics program, and a great source of pride and school spirit for the entire Loomis community.

Loomis Chaffee Photo #6 - Passion for the arts is palpable on the Loomis campus. The resulting culture is vibrant, creative, and infused with an energy that envelops our artists and community members alike.

Loomis Chaffee Photo #7 - There is always something happening at Loomis Chaffee.

Loomis Chaffee`s mission is to inspire in all our students a commitment to the best self and the common good.

Our accomplished faculty combine a rigorous academic curriculum and outstanding athletics, arts, and co-curricular programs with a focus on teaching you how to be an effective and engaged citizen.

We know students want to make a positive difference in the world - they want to solve problems big and small, and they want to do it now.

We provide you the opportunities and tools - through our Pearse Hub for Innovation (PHI); Alvord Center for Global & Environmental Studies; Norton Family Center for the Common Good; Center for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; research programs in science and the humanities; and independent study projects - to take your learning and put it to immediate good use.

Whatever your interests may be, you will be celebrated for who you are and who you want to become.

You also will have fun and make life-long friends.

Visit Loomis online and in person to learn more; we look forward to meeting you.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 748 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $77,340
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $59,460
Acceptance rate: 18%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Loomis Chaffee ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Loomis Chaffee

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1874

1909

Campus Size

300 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

Ne cede malis. Yield not to adversity.

Student Body

Enrollment

748 students

300 students

% Students of Color

40%

25%

% International Students

12%

20%

% Students Boarding

70%

Average SAT Score

1352
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

SAT range (25th-75th percentile)

1220 - 1510

Average ACT score

29
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

11 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Advanced Algebra IIAdvanced Biology I

Advanced Calculus ABAdvanced Calculus BC

Advanced Chemistry IAdvanced Chinese II

Advanced Chinese IIIAdvanced Chinese IV

Advanced Digital Photography IIIAdvanced French II

Advanced French IIIAdvanced Geometry

Advanced Latin IIAdvanced Latin III

Advanced Physics IAdvanced Precalculus

Advanced Spanish IIAdvanced Spanish III

Avanced Precalculus with Differential CalculusCollege Level Art Seminar

College Level AstrophysicsCollege Level Biology II Cell Biology

College Level Biology II GeneticsCollege Level Biology II Microbiology

College Level Biology II Molecular BiologyCollege Level Calculus AB

College Level Calculus Topic CCollege Level Chemistry II

College Level Chinese VCollege Level Chinese VI Contemporary Issues in China

College Level Chinese VI Modern China through LiteratureCollege Level Comparative Government and Politics

College Level Computer ScienceCollege Level Economics

College Level English III SeminarCollege Level English IV Contemporary Literature

College Level English IV Creative WritingCollege Level English IV Satire

College Level English IV ShakespeareCollege Level English IV The Harlem Renaissance

College Level English IV Writing from the Arab WorldCollege Level Environmental Science

College Level European HistoryCollege Level French Language IV

College Level French VCollege Level French VI

College Level Guided Humanities Research SeminarCollege Level Guided Research Projects in Environmental Science

College Level Guided Research Projects in Molecular BiologyCollege Level History Seminar Immigration and Ethnicity in the United States

College Level History Seminar Race in American HistoryCollege Level History Seminar The American Civil War

College Level LatinCollege Level Linear Algebra

College Level Multivariable CalculusCollege Level Music Theory II Harmony and Composition

College Level Music Theory III Harmonic Analysis and Advanced CompositionCollege Level Organic Chemistry I & II

College Level Physics IICollege Level Senior Seminar in Literature

College Level Social Science Seminar GlobalizationCollege Level Social Science Seminar The U.S. Presidential Election

College Level Spanish Language IVCollege Level Spanish Literature V

College Level Spanish VICollege Level Statistics

College Level Statistics AcceleratedCollege Level Topics in Computer Science

College Level United States History

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$250 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$77,340

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$59,460

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

32%

40%

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

18%

58%

Director of Admissions

Nancy Cleary

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

BasketballCross Country

EquestrianField Hockey

FootballGolf

Ice HockeyLacrosse

SoccerSoftball

SquashSwimming and Diving

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWater Polo

Wrestling

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Colors

Grey, Maroon

School Mascot

Pelican

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Agricultural ProctorsBrothers in Unity (affinity group for students identifying as black and male)

Christian Fellowship ClubDarwin Club (outdoor club)

Debate SocietyEnvironmental Action Group

Environmental ProctorsJewish Student Union

Literary Magazine (The Loom)Math Team

Model UNMultiX (affinity group for students identifying as multiracial)

Pa'lante (affinity group for students identifying as Latinx)PASA (Pan Asian Student Alliance)

Peer CounselorsPelican Service Organization

Pelican Support Network (PSN - peer mentors)PRISM (Multiculutural Student Organization)

Robotics TeamScience Team

Shultz Fellows (political discussion group)Sisters' Circle (affinity group for students identifying as black and female)

Spectrum (LGBTQ Organization)Student Council

Student Newspaper (The Log)Yearbook Club (The Confluence)

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Arts and Music Programs:

A CappellicansChamber Music

Chamber SingersChorus

Guitar EnsembleJazz Ensemble

Musical RevueOrchestra

Wind Ensemble

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Boston College

Boston University

Georgetown University

Northeastern University

University of Chicago

New York University (NYU)

Tufts University

Cornell University

Columbia University

Hamilton College

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School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George P. Shultz '38 - Former Secretary of State
- Ella T. Grasso '36 - Former Governor of Connecticut
- Diana Farrell '83 - Founding president and chief executive officer of the JPMorgan Chase Institute
- Henry R. Kravis '63 - Co-founder, co-chairman, co-CEO KKR
- James Widdoes '72 - Actor, writer, director, and producer
- Betty Gilpin '04 - Emmy-nominated television (GLOW), film, and stage acctress.
- Nana Mensah '01 - actress, writer, singer, and director
- David Edelstein '77 - Film critic for New York magazine and for National Public Radio’s Fresh Air
- Jason Wu '01 - Fashion designer (designed First Lady Michelle Obama's inaugural ball gowns and other pieces for the first lady)
- Frank Bruni ’82 - Author, journalist, The New York Times and the New York Times Magazine

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Loomis Chaffee cost?

Loomis Chaffee's tuition is approximately $77,340 for boarding students and $59,460 for day students.

What schools are Loomis Chaffee often compared to?

Loomis Chaffee is often viewed alongside schools like Choate Rosemary Hall, Deerfield Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Loomis Chaffee?

The acceptance rate of Loomis Chaffee is 18%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%. Loomis Chaffee's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Loomis Chaffee?

Loomis Chaffee famous alumni include: George P. Shultz '38, Ella T. Grasso '36, Diana Farrell '83, Henry R. Kravis '63, James Widdoes '72, Betty Gilpin '04, Nana Mensah '01, David Edelstein '77, Jason Wu '01 and Frank Bruni ’82.

What sports does Loomis Chaffee offer?

Loomis Chaffee offers 19 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling.

Does Loomis Chaffee offer a summer program?

Yes, Loomis Chaffee offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Loomis Chaffee's ranking?

Loomis Chaffee ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Low acceptance rates, High # of AP/advanced courses offered and High ACT scores.

When is the application deadline for Loomis Chaffee?

The application deadline for Loomis Chaffee is Jan. 15.

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Loomis Chaffee Alumni #1
Class of 2011
5.009/24/2020
Columbia University

Loomis required all students to participate in a sport each trimester, which was a great way to get all students both involved and engaged with the school and the other students. It was a great. . .

Loomis Chaffee Alumni #2
Class of 2011
5.009/24/2020
Wesleyan University

Because we have a smaller campus than most prep schools in New England, we benefit from a strong sense of community. Everyone is a familiar face and in turn, Loomis feels more like “home”. . .

Loomis Chaffee Alumni #3
Class of 2011
5.009/24/2020
University of Connecticut

Mandatory extra-curricular activities in each season, ranging from competitive athletics, theatre, bands, choirs, volunteer work, environmental clubs, etc appealing to a wide variety of interest. Dorms and academic buildings positioned around a main “quad” grass. . .

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