Miss Hall's School (2026 Profile)

5.00 (4 reviews)

Tel: (413) 499-1300

492 Holmes Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

www.misshalls.org

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Miss Hall's School Photo #1 - A talented, supportive community of learners awaits you at MHS. Our faculty are dedicated mentors who are passionate about their subjects and creative in their teaching, unafraid to ditch the textbook in favor of collaborative, project-based learning.

Miss Hall's School Photo #2 - "The best thing about MHS is how friendly everyone is and how easy it is to become part of the community. I had an abundance of new friends on the first day of orientation, and I had bonded with my teachers by the end of the first week of classes." - Current Student

Miss Hall's School Photo #3 - Thursdays means Horizons at MHS. It also means the entire school day changes: ninth grade students immerse themselves in on-campus workshops and projects that prepare them for future Horizons work. Sophomores, juniors and seniors spend the morning volunteering and interning around the Berkshire community or leading on-campus, independent projects that shape the world around them.

Miss Hall's School Photo #4 - Step outside the classroom onto our fields, courts, and trails. Athletics at MHS allows you to compete at the highest level while building confidence and leadership skills.

Miss Hall's School Photo #5 - At MHS, we believe the arts are an instrinsic part of the human experience, and we take full advantage of opportunities in the cultural center that is the Berkshires. Students experiment with new forms of creativity, gain respect for artistic tradition, and find their artistic voice.

Miss Hall's School Photo #6 - The MHS graduate is a thinker, a creator and a contributor to the common good. She is a global citizen, a self-aware, resilient, and courageous participant in a multicultural society. Empowered by skills and knowledge, the MHS graduate is able to solve problems with intellect and creativity while embracing a spirit of exploration and curiosity.

Founded in 1898 - one of the first girls` boarding school in Massachusetts - Miss Hall`s School is recognized internationally for its experiential leadership curriculum, service and internship programs, and inclusive global community.

Miss Hall`s is committed to its mission of inspiring and encouraging each girl to pursue the highest standards of learning and character; to contribute boldly and creatively to the common good; and to seek a purposeful life based on honor, respect, growth, and personal authenticity.

Guided by this mission and sharpened by daily practice, Miss Hall`s continuously reimagines girl-centered education to foster a pioneering intellectual spirit and authentic engagement among students and adults.

Located in the Berkshires, the School currently enrolls 205 students in grades 9-12, with students from 23 countries and 11 states living and learning together as global citizens.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 205 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,400
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Miss Hall's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Miss Hall's School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

All-girls

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Various learning differences supported through our Academic Skills Center

n/a

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1898

1909

Campus Size

80 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

View School Calendar

First Day of School

Fri. Sep 4, 2026

School Motto

Empowered by skills and knowledge

Student Body

Enrollment

205 students

300 students

% Students of Color

39%

25%

% International Students

35%

20%

% Students Boarding

75%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

12 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

80%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Accreditations

The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Calculus ABCalculus BC

Hallmark Art IntensiveHallmark Biotechnology

Hallmark CalculusHallmark Computer Science: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Hallmark Creative WritingHallmark Ethics of Literature

Hallmark FrenchHallmark History of American Advertising

Hallmark History of ArtHallmark Humanities Seminar

Hallmark Inorganic ChemistryHallmark Latin

Hallmark LawHallmark Linear Algebra

Hallmark SpanishHallmark Statistics

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$25.9 million
(as of June 30, 2024)

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$72,400
(Financial aid available. See personalized tuition calculator at www.misshalls.org)

$59,900

Tuition international students

$75,600

$53,975

% Students on Financial Aid

70%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$25,000

Admissions

Application Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Jan. 15

Director of Admissions

David Hopkins

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Alpine SkiingBasketball

Cross CountryCross Country Running

Colors

Blue and Gold

School Mascot

Hurricanes

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Admissions AmbassadorsAnimation Comic and Game Club

Audio Visual ClubBrain Bee - Neuroscience

Business ClubChemistry Club

Cooking ClubCurrent Events Club

Debate ClubDiversity Coalition

Environmental Action TeamHallways Student Newspaper

International Student AllianceMarketing Design Club

Reading and Discussions ClubSpace Club

Spectrum - LGBTQSTEAM Club

Step Team

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Arts and Music Programs:

Grace Notes a Capella GroupMHS Theater Ensemble

Vocal and Music Ensembles

Recreational Athletic Programs:

FitnessMovement and Dance

SnowboardingSwimming

Yoga

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

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School Notes

Our program intentionally builds the intellect, skills, and mindset that empower young women to contribute boldly and creatively to an evolving global society, while preparing them to pursue higher levels of education and lifelong learning. Miss Hall`s is gradually moving beyond the College Board`s AP curriculum in order to align more closely with our mission and strategic priorities. We have designed "Hallmark" courses to allow for more personalized, in-depth, and sustained inquiry at the highest level available in our school. Hallmark classes provide in-depth, demanding coursework that serves students who are seeking to examine and understand a subject above and beyond our standard college preparatory curriculum. Students can challenge themselves with our most personalized and rigorous course offerings in each subject. Most Hallmark courses culminate in a creative, public presentation of learning. Hallmark courses foster intellectual curiosity and allow our students to engage with the world through critical discourse as well as provide opportunities for deep investigation and thematic study.
Our experiential service-learning program, Horizons, is embedded in the academic life of Miss Hall`s and serves as a bridge from the classroom to the real world. Every Wednesday morning, students are required to take part in on- and off-campus volunteering, internships, and projects, which evolve sequentially throughout grade levels. Seniors participate in yearlong professional internships or individualized projects tailored to their interests, in partnership with local community organizations and businesses.
LD types supported: Various learning differences supported through our Academic Skills Center
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lucy Adams Billings '66 - New York State Supreme Court Justice
- Barbara Cooperman '73 - Executive VP, Market Communications and Corporate Relations, Elsevier
- Jean Erdman '34 - An influential figure in the world of modern dance and part of the Martha Graham Dance Company; was on the faculty of Columbia University and New York University; was the wife of mythologist Joseph Campbell until his death in 1987.
- Paula Leuchs Moats '72 - Senior VP, Laconia Capital Corporation
- Susan O'Day '77 - Exec VP: Enterprise Technology/CIO, Walt Disney Co
- Molly Shepard '64 - President and CEO, The Leader's Edge
- Stacey Sotirhos '89 - Instructional Support Specialist, New York City Board of Education
- Kari Steinert '85 - Big Foote Music, composer and musician for commercials and films
- Dian Adams Toland '72 - Project Director of Construction and Restoration, The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation
- Catherine Foster '95 - Architect, Pei Cobb Freed + Partners

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Miss Hall's School cost?

Miss Hall's School's tuition is approximately $72,400 for boarding students.

What schools are Miss Hall's School often compared to?

Miss Hall's School is often viewed alongside schools like Miss Porter's School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Miss Hall's School?

Miss Hall's School famous alumni include: Lucy Adams Billings '66, Barbara Cooperman '73, Jean Erdman '34, Paula Leuchs Moats '72, Susan O'Day '77, Molly Shepard '64, Stacey Sotirhos '89, Kari Steinert '85, Dian Adams Toland '72 and Catherine Foster '95.

What sports does Miss Hall's School offer?

Miss Hall's School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Riding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Miss Hall's School's ranking?

Miss Hall's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.

When is the application deadline for Miss Hall's School?

The application deadline for Miss Hall's School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Miss Hall's School Alumni #1
Class of 2021
5.002/5/2021
current student

One unique aspect of Miss Hall's is the horizons program. Freshman year, students stay on campus to participate in class bonding activities and learn interpersonal skills and social awareness. By senior year, students participate in. . .

Miss Hall's School Alumni #2
Class of 2016
5.003/16/2017
Goucher College

The Horizon's Program is an aspect of Miss Halls that stands out as unique. 10-12th graders apply to off-campus internships that they attend once a week on Thursday mornings. These internships provide real-world experience that. . .

Miss Hall's School Alumni #3
Class of 2016
5.0012/3/2016
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univeristy

My school offers Horizons, which is a weekly event in which sophomores and up travel off-campus to complete volunteer work at a chosen site while Freshman learn valuable skills like gardening, the basics of business. . .

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