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Cushing Academy, an independent, coeducational boarding school for students in grades 9-12 and post-graduate, centers its curriculum around the Cushing Institute for 21st Century Leadership. Designed to foster and develop leadership skills which today’s students will need to thrive amid the challenges and opportunities of this new century, the Institute shapes all of Cushing’s demanding and provocative course offerings and directly engages students with distinguished speakers, internships, and global travel. Founded in 1865, the Academy is home to students from over 28 countries and 26 states, with rigorous and renowned programs in academics, arts and athletics. The 162-acre campus is located in a bucolic setting approximately one hour west of Boston, Massachusetts.
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Academics
Extracurricular Activities
Community
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Chinese Student Mgmt
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Co-ed
Suburban
ESL: Yes
Tuition:
$59,750
# of Student:
400
Teacher:Student:
1:6
International Student:
45.00%
AP Courses:
20
Endowment:
$45,000/student
Faculty w/ adv. degree:
70%
SAT:
N/A
Chinese Student Facts (2015)
Acceptance Rate
4.44%
4.44%
Spots Next Year
8 - 10
8 - 10
% Chinese Student
9.00%
9.00%
TOEFL
SSAT%
SSAT
Min.
Avg.
School Videos (2)
库欣高中考察
Cushing Academy - Why I'm Here
School Gallery (32)
| All graduates (2014-2016) | ||
| 4 | University of Chicago | 1 |
| 12 | Northwestern University | 1 |
| 15 | Cornell University | 1 |
| 15 | Washington University in St. Louis | 3 |
| 20 | University of California: Berkeley | 2 |
| 21 | Emory University | 2 |
| 23 | Carnegie Mellon University | 1 |
| 23 | University of California: Los Angeles | 2 |
| 26 | University of Virginia | 1 |
| 27 | Wake Forest University | 1 |
| 29 | University of Michigan | 3 |
| 32 | New York University | 7 |
| 33 | University of Rochester | 1 |
| 34 | Brandeis University | 2 |
| 39 | University of California: San Diego | 1 |
| 41 | Boston University | 9 |
| 41 | Tulane University | 1 |
| 41 | University of California: Davis | 1 |
| 41 | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 4 |
| 41 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | 3 |
| Chinese graduates (2019) | ||
| 4 | Stanford University | 1 |
| 15 | Vanderbilt University | 1 |
| 23 | University of Southern California | 1 |
| 37 | University of California: Santa Barbara | 1 |
AP Courses
Total 20
| Biology | Calculus AB | Calculus BC |
| Spanish Language and Culture | Statistics | Computer Science A |
| European History | Macroeconomics | Microeconomics |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | Chinese Language and Culture | English Language and Composition |
| English Literature and Composition | French Language and Culture | Physics 1 |
| Physics 2 | Physics C: Mechanics | Spanish Literature and Culture |
| United States Government and Politics | United States History |
Extracurricular Sports
Total 17
| Alpine Skiing | Baseball | Basketball |
| Cross Country | Field Hockey | Football |
| Golf | Ice Hockey | Lacrosse |
| Snowboarding | Soccer | Softball |
| Tennis | Track and Field | Volleyball |
Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
Total 41
| A Capella Singing Group | Aerobics | Big Friends / Little Friends |
| Black Student Union (BSU) | Book Lovers on Thursday (BLT) | Chamber Music |
| Christian Fellowship | Community Service | Current Events Forum |
| Cushing Chorus | Dance Performance | Ethics Committee |
| Extreme Baseball League | Figure Skating | Horseback Riding |
| Instructional Ice Hockey | Instructional Tennis | Instrument Ensemble |
| Kush (Radio Station) | Literature Live | Martial Arts |
| Model U.N. | Multicultural Awareness Club | Muslin Student Association |
| Open Doors | Outdoor Program | Planet@CA (environmental club) |
| Portfolio | Shakespeare | Snowboarding |
| Spring Theater Workshop | Student/Faculty Senate | Technical Theater |
| The Boiler Room (student newspaper) | The International Club | The Literary Magazine |
| The Peer Support Group | The Yearbook | Tour Guides |
| Winter Musical | Young Ambassadors |
Data Source
*Official data sources including school websites and admission offices.
*Public data sources including: yelp.com, city-data.com.
*User generated data for section Q&A and section Review.
Basic Info
| Year Founded |
| 1865 |
| School Website |
| http://www.cushing.org |
| School Address |
| 39 School Street, Ashburnham, MA 01430 |
| State |
| Massachusetts |
| Phone Number |
| 978-827-7300 |
| Admission Office Email |
| admissions@cushing.org |
| Campus Size |
| 162 acres |
| Boarding Rate |
| 87% |
| Religious Affiliation |
| No Religious Affiliation |
Application
| Deadline |
| 02/01 |
| School Code |
|
TOEFL:9176 SSAT:2698 |
| Pre Interview |
| No Requirement |
| Other Accepted Scores |
| SSAT,TOEFL,SAT,PSAT |
| # of Chinese Students |
| 36 |
| Grades open for Chinese Students |
| 0 -0 |
Toefl
SSAT
SAT/ACT
School
FS Avg
Total 19
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4.4
/ 5
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Academics
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Campus
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Student Life
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Athletic&Art
0.0 / 5 -
Transportation
0.0 / 5
