New England Innovation Academy (2026 Profile)

280 Locke Drive
Marlborough, MA 01752

Tel: (508) 205-4270

neiacademy.org

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New England Innovation Academy Photo #1 - At NEIA, we prepare the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams and shape a better world. Students discover their passion and Purpose, innovate with Impact, and prepare for what comes Next.

New England Innovation Academy Photo #2 - NEIA offers an exciting and rigorous academic program designed to inspire students to understand the purpose and relevance of their own education deeply. Our future-focused curriculum features integrated projects, exciting problem-solving, active student engagement, and coaching from skilled instructors with disciplinary knowledge.

New England Innovation Academy Photo #3 - We have a growing number of partnerships here at NEIA, including our incredible language program run by the Rassias Center at Dartmouth College. Pictured above is Babson@NEIA - an engaging program where faculty members from Babson College led a month long entrepreneurship course for our 9th & 10th grade students!

New England Innovation Academy Photo #4 - At NEIA, we are committed to providing an innovative, relevant, and future-focused learning experience. We believe in the power of empathy, curiosity, and collaboration to transform people's lives and positively affect change in the world.

New England Innovation Academy Photo #5 - Our entire ethos as a community is to prepare students for what is next. NEIA innovators take a journey of self-discovery to identify their passion, find their purpose, and bring their ideas to impact.

New England Innovation Academy Photo #6 - "Students today will be stepping into a complex, globally-connected world that will require innovative thinking and collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches." - MATTHEW S. KRESSY, FOUNDING DIRECTOR, MIT INTEGRATED DESIGN & MANAGEMENT (MITIDM)

New England Innovation Academy Photo #7 - Not only do we want our students to pursue their passions, but we also want them to do so with those whom they have formulated lifelong bonds with here at NEIA.

New England Innovation Academy Photo #8 - At NEIA, we value the experience that students get within the classroom, but we also value their passions outside the classroom. Though we connect the two, we also want to do everything to immerse students into experiences beyond the classroom.

New England Innovation Academy (NEIA) is a day and boarding school for grades 7-12 where students learn by doing and prepare for college and beyond.

Set on a stunning 26-acre campus in Marlborough, Massachusetts, we meet students where they are to encourage creativity, courage, leadership, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

By emphasizing student well-being, and by prioritizing learning over grades, NEIA guides students on the most remarkable, most exciting journey of their lives: their education. For more information, visit www.neiacademy.org.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12, PG
Grades: (Day Students) 7-12, PG
Enrollment: 110 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,856
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $46,856
Acceptance rate: 50%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

New England Innovation Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

New England Innovation Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12, PG

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

7-12, PG

Pre-K-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

2020

1909

Campus Size

26 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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Student Body

Enrollment

110 students

300 students

% Students of Color

40%

25%

% International Students

10%

20%

% Students Boarding

26%

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

5:1

7:1

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

81%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$68,856
(2023-2024 academic year rates for residential students are $64,446 for grades 6-8 and $68,856 for grades 9-12. Please note: 2024-2025 rates will be published in February.)

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$46,856
(2023-2024 academic year for day students are $42,446 for grades 6-8 and $46,856 for grades 9-12. Please note: 2024-2025 rates will be published in February.)

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

50%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

50%

58%

Director of Admissions

Devin Worthington
Devin Worthington

Associate Director of Admissions

Devin Worthington

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Colors

Navy and Gold

School Mascot

Owls

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

EngineeringGardening Club

Outdoor Adventure ClubPublications

Winter Sports

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirDance

Jazz EnsembleTechnical Theater

TheatreVisual Arts

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Circus ArtsMartial Arts

Robotics Team

School Notes

In the face of profound global challenges, NEIA is reimagining education to empower students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset they need to drive positive change.
Our holistic approach to integrated academics and hands-on learning experiences creates an enriching environment. Our curriculum is comprehensive and explorative, from humanities to science to our cutting-edge Innovation Studio. Wherever your child's interests lie, NEIA provides limitless opportunities for them to find and develop passions. We also offer a full and lively student life program, complete with athletics, explorations, and excursions. A few of our real-world partners: Babson College, MIT, and Harvard Student Agencies, and more!
We were accredited through NEASC this past Fall.
As of Fall 2023, we are now approved to write student visas! International applicants are encouraged to apply!

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does New England Innovation Academy cost?

New England Innovation Academy's tuition is approximately $68,856 for boarding students and $46,856 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of New England Innovation Academy?

The acceptance rate of New England Innovation Academy is 50%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.

Does New England Innovation Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, New England Innovation Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is New England Innovation Academy's ranking?

New England Innovation Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percent faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for New England Innovation Academy?

The application deadline for New England Innovation Academy is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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