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Founded 1794

Cheshire Academy

Suburban

Cheshire, CT Co-ed 6-PG Boarding/Day

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Location

10 Main Street, Cheshire, CT

About

About Cheshire Academy

Cheshire Academy is a college preparatory school located in Cheshire, Connecticut.

232+ years of legacy
Established 1794.
Summer school
Summer programs available.
Financial aid available
Cheshire Academy awarded nearly $4,400,000 in need-based financial aid to 44% of the student body in the 2016-2017 school year. In addition, Cheshire Academy offers a small number of merit scholarships and oversees a modest internal loan program. Scholarships: The Goizueta Foundation Scholars Fund, created by Roberto Goizueta '49, provides an annual scholarship for a student of Hispanic background.
Religious affiliation
Nonsectarian
Campus size
104 acres

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Programs

Academics

Programs

  • IB Program
  • AP Courses
  • Summer School

Clubs

  • Musical Theater
  • Weight Training
  • Aerobics
  • Archery
  • Ski Club
  • Health Club Membership
  • Yearbook

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Admissions

Application Deadline
February 10
Acceptance Rate
50%
SSAT Required
Yes
Interview Required
Yes

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Financial Aid

Cheshire Academy awarded nearly $4,400,000 in need-based financial aid to 44% of the student body in the 2016-2017 school year. In addition, Cheshire Academy offers a small number of merit scholarships and oversees a modest internal loan program. Scholarships: The Goizueta Foundation Scholars Fund, created by Roberto Goizueta '49, provides an annual scholarship for a student of Hispanic background.

Beyond the Classroom

Student Life

  • Cross Country
  • Field Hockey
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Swimming
  • Fencing
  • Wrestling
  • Baseball
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
  • Ultimate Frisbee