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The Hotchkiss School

United States, Lakeville

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Boarding, Uniform and Food

Daily life details and school culture

Boarding Arrangements

94% of students live on campus in 13 residence halls. The residential experience is central to school life, with faculty living alongside students.

Food Options

Fairfield Farm provides sustainable food for campus dining. The school emphasises antibiotic-free, organic, and locally sourced food.

Governance and Ownership

The Hotchkiss School is an independent, non-profit institution led by Head of School Craig W. Bradley.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $68,700 - 80,800
Ages 14 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 627
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1891
Bus Service No

The Hotchkiss School is a prestigious independent boarding school in Lakeville, Connecticut, founded in 1891. It enrols 627 students in grades 9-12 and a postgraduate year, with 94% residing in 13 residence halls. The student-faculty ratio is 4:1, and over 270 courses are offered across seven departments. 41% of students are US students of colour and 17% are international. 34% receive financial aid, with an average inclusive grant of USD 65,701. The school was recently ranked Top Private School in America by Niche. Fairfield Farm provides sustainable food for dining. Head of School is Craig W. Bradley.

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