Mercersburg Academy (2026 Profile)

5.00 (20 reviews)

Tel: (717) 328-6173

100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, PA 17236

www.mercersburg.edu

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Founded in 1893 in southern Pennsylvania, Mercersburg Academy gives students in grades 9-12 and postgraduates the opportunity to live and learn with fellow young adults from 30 states and 32 countries.

Mercersburg students benefit from a 300-acre campus, a 4:1 student-to-faculty ratio, 150 academic courses, 26 varsity sports teams, a robust performing and fine arts program, a robotics program, an outdoor education program, dozens of clubs and student organizations, global travel opportunities, and $11 million in annual financial aid.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 439 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $81,600
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $53,340
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mercersburg Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Mercersburg Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1893

1909

Campus Size

300 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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Student Body

Enrollment

439 students

300 students

% Students of Color

41%

25%

% International Students

22%

20%

% Students Boarding

83%

70%

Average SAT Score

1390
(Out of 1600)

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Average ACT score

32
(Out of 36)

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Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
Restrictions apply for standard dress

Casual

Average Class Size

12 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

7:1

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

79%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$422 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$81,600

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$53,340

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

50%

40%

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

25%

58%

Director of Admissions

Grace Megaffin

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Thunder

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Asian Student UnionBaking Club

Black Student UnionBlue Key Society (tour guides)

Book ClubChess Club

Computer Science ClubDebate Club

Digital Entertainment Development ClubEquestrian Club

French ClubGamers Club

German ClubGreen Team

Humans of Mercersburg ClubIrving Literary Society

Jewish ClubMarshall Literary Society

Meditation ClubMercersburg Inclusion Alliance

Mercersburg Jr. Classical League (Latin Club)Model United Nations

Photography ClubRainbow Alliance

Science ClubSixth Man Club

Spanish ClubStudent Activities Committee

Student Alumni AssociationStudent Athlete Advisory Council

The FifteenThe Hungry Philosophers Guild

The Mercersburg NewsVoices 4 Justice

Women's Activist Club

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College Matriculation

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School Notes

Founded in 1893, Mercersburg Academy is an environment that allows young people to navigate their teenage years unfettered but supported and supervised. Mercersburg has more than 130 years of perfecting what it means to be a proving ground for college and life. With students from 30 states and 32 countries, Mercersburg is a microcosm of our global community. We offer a beautiful 300-acre campus with impressive facilities, 150 academic courses, 26 varsity sports teams, nine music, dance, and theatre ensembles, 30+ student clubs, an outdoor education program, a global travel program, and other offerings. Relationships developed here are authentic and lifelong. Our faculty have dedicated their professional careers to working with teens, and our students define themselves here and graduate inspired to change the world.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jimmy Stewart '28 - Academy Award-winning actor
- Benicio Del Toro '85 - Academy Award- and Golden Globe Award-winning actor
- Melvin Stewart '88 - Olympic Gold Medal swimmer
- Michael Davies '85 - Emmy Award-winning producer, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?
- Rebecca Lowe '99 - NBC sportscaster; former ESPN UK and BBC sports journalist

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mercersburg Academy cost?

Mercersburg Academy's tuition is approximately $81,600 for boarding students and $53,340 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Mercersburg Academy?

The acceptance rate of Mercersburg Academy is 25%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.

Who are famous alumni from Mercersburg Academy?

Mercersburg Academy famous alumni include: Jimmy Stewart '28, Benicio Del Toro '85, Melvin Stewart '88, Michael Davies '85 and Rebecca Lowe '99.

What sports does Mercersburg Academy offer?

Mercersburg Academy offers 27 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Mercersburg Academy is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.

Does Mercersburg Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Mercersburg Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Mercersburg Academy's ranking?

Mercersburg Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low student-teacher ratio, Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Most sports offered, High average SAT scores, High SSAT scores and High ACT scores.

When is the application deadline for Mercersburg Academy?

The application deadline for Mercersburg Academy is Jan. 15.

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Mercersburg Academy Alumni #1
Class of 2018
5.008/4/2018
University of Pennsylvania

Mercersburg has an incredibly beautiful campus. It is a place for reflection as much as anything else. The gothic chapel is designed by the architect who built Princeton University's chapel, and it carries a rich. . .

Mercersburg Academy Alumni #2
Class of 2018
5.006/9/2018
Vassar College

Mercersburg has a unique community in that everyone is so connected and there really is a sense of family among the students and teachers. Everyone is incredibly kind, welcoming, ambitious, and curious. the relationships I. . .

Mercersburg Academy Alumni #3
Class of 2016
5.006/5/2018
Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Mercersburg had a rotating class schedule, and kept all classes under an hour. This way, students were able to learn for concentrated amounts of time, four hours a week, while not experiencing their least favorite. . .

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