Solebury School

New Hope

Pennsylvania

United States

Overview

Solebury School is a coed, college preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9-12, located in beautiful Bucks County, PA. As a smaller school, every student is known and valued. We offer an environment of educational excellence that prepares students for success in college and beyond. In the Solebury community, we strongly value intellectual challenge and academic achievement, creative and independent thinking, mutual respect between students and teachers, deep respect for each individual and diversity. At Solebury, you will find an innovative academic program with an emphasis on interdisciplinary teaching and experiential learning. You will find teachers who want to get to know you and help you succeed, and who will quickly become mentors and friends. You will be exposed to the challenging college-preparatory curriculum, with advanced courses as well as unique electives in every subject. You will find a boarding program that provides you with support and structure for your studies as well as ample opportunities for fun. You will find a school that believes in students using all parts of their being - where arts and athletics are regarded as equally important and each has a place in the day. Most of all, at Solebury School you will find a place to call home.

Academics

Summary: Implicit in Solebury’s philosophy is our goal to engage and excite kids about learning. We want students turned on by ideas, committed to their passions, and encouraged by teachers. When this happens in the classroom, all sorts of opportunities open up for students, not the least of which is access to the most competitive colleges. Solebury’s curriculum is academically demanding and addresses the different needs and abilities of our students in creative and innovative ways. Our approach to academics is rigorous, but it's also caring and supportive.

Department Director Rick Tony

Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Average Class Size: 10

Summer Programs: Not Offered

Full Time Teachers: 37

Number of AP Courses Offered: 10

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 63%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Evening Study Assistance
Learning Differences Support
Peer Tutoring
Study Skills Assistance
Subject Tutoring
Technology Center
Writing Center
ADD/ADHD Support

English

Classics
Creative Writing
Honors
Literature
Playwriting
Poetry

History

Asian History
Classical History
European History
Honors
United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
French
Spanish

Humanities / Social Sciences

Anthropology
Economics
Psychology
Sociology

Sciences

Anatomy
Biology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
Genetics
Health
Physical Science
Physics

Math

Computer Studies

Computer Applications
Multimedia
Computer Programming
Web Design

Music

Choral Music
Individual Instructions
Music Appreciation
Orchestra
Principles of Arranging
Songwriting
Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ballet
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Debate
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Fiber Arts
Graphic Design
Journalism
Lighting Design
Metal
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Publications
Public Speaking
Screen-Printing
Sculpture
Silkscreen
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Textiles
Theater Arts
Theater Design
Weaving
3-D Art
Modern Dance
Theater History

Special Programs

Study Abroad
Community Service
Exchange Programs
Personal Finance
Independent Study
Internships
Leadership
Outdoor Education

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 3

Average Students Per Dorm: 25

Number of Girls Dorms: 2

Number of Boys Dorms: 0

Dorm Amenities

Game Room
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Vending Machines
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Facilities

Baseball Field
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Indoor Basketball Court
Pool
Technology Center
Tennis Courts
Outdoor Track

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

Animal Rights Club
Asian Club
Astronomy Club
Community Service
Computer Club
Debate Club
Diversity Club
Dorm Proctors
Drama Club
Environmental Club
Foreign Language Clubs
Gardening Club
International Club
Literary Magazine
Math Club
Mock Trial
Model UN
Newspaper
Peer Counseling
Peer Tutoring
Sexualities Club
Snowboarding Club
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Theater Club
Weightlifting Club
Yearbook
Yoga Club
Young Democrats
Young Republicans

Arts & Athletics

Arts Department Director: Erika Bonner

Athletics Department Director: Rob Eichem

Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ballet
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Debate
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Fiber Arts
Graphic Design
Journalism
Lighting Design
Metal
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Publications
Public Speaking
Screen-Printing
Sculpture
Silkscreen
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Textiles
Theater Arts
Theater Design
Weaving
3-D Art
Modern Dance
Theater History

Interscholastic Sports

Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country Running
Dance
Field Hockey
Golf
Horseback Riding
Lacrosse
Outdoor Education
Rock Climbing
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Wrestling

Recreational Sports

Alpine Ski Racing
Badminton
Canoeing
Crew
Cross Country Running
Dance
Equestrian
Golf
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Kayaking
Nordic Ski Racing
Outdoor Education
Rock Climbing
Snowboarding
Tennis
Ultimate Frisbee
Weight Lifting
Yoga

Graduates

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile	510	490	510
75th percentile	650	670	630

Notable Alumni

Joyce Bulifant

Class of 1956

Actress

James MacArthur

Class of 1956

Actor

Jack Coleman

Class of 1976

Actor Currently a cast member of science fiction series Heroes.

Langhorne Slim

Class of 1999

Musician

Elizabeth Pitcairn

Class of 1991

Renowned Violinist-Plays 1720 Red Mendelssohn" Stradivarius"

Mira Nakashima

Class of 1959

Renowned furniture maker- Daughter of renowned furniture maker George Nakashima

Rachel Simon

Class of 1977

Author

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 28%

Average Merit Scholarship: 5,000

Current Endowment Amount: $8,100,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: Coed

Total Boarding: 80

Total Day: 155

Total Enrollment: 235

Boys: 129

Girls: 106

Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

Day Grades Offered: 9-12

School Type: High School, Post-grad

Dress Code: Casual

Applications Accepted: SAO

Application Deadline: February 1st

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $63,695

5-Day Boarding: N/A

Day Tuition Fee: $43,645

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 44%

Average Awarded: $24,000

School Finances