St. Andrew’s College (ON)

Aurora

Ontario

Canada

Overview

St. Andrew’s College (SAC) is an independent, all-boys preparatory school for grades 5-12. Located 40 minutes north of Toronto in the town of Aurora, our 110-acre campus is home to a mix of over 630 residential and day students. SAC offers a rigorous academic curriculum with multiple Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities, and a rich, activity-based educational environment. A wireless tablet program adds to the learning experience, incorporating the latest technology into the classroom. We welcome boys from around the world with strong academic backgrounds who also want to become active members of our community. As set out in our mission statement, SAC’s academic program is complemented by a wide range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities designed to develop 'the complete man, the well-rounded citizen.' All boys participate in our extensive athletic program (71 teams across 22 sports) and the 111-year-old Cadet Corps. Many of our students also choose to participate in SAC’s internationally acclaimed arts, drama and music programs, and are active in photography, Model UN, community outreach and more. A St. Andrew’s education is like no other. Graduates gain entry to top universities in Canada, the U.S. and abroad, and are renowned for their strong values, dedication to community, lasting achievements and lifelong friendships.

Academics

Summary: In addition to the 9 dedicated AP courses offered, students may write AP exams in 17 subject areas.

Department Director Michael Paluch

Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1

Average Class Size: 18

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 77

Number of AP Courses Offered: 9

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 34%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Evening Study Assistance
Learning Center
Peer Tutoring
Study Skills Assistance
Subject Tutoring
Writing Center

English

Creative Writing
Literature
Playwriting
Poetry
Journalism

History

Classical History
European History
Honors
Medieval History
United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
French
German
Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

Philosophy
The Bible
World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics

Sciences

Anatomy
Animal Behavior
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Biology
Botany
Chemistry
Earth Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
Genetics
Health
Meteorology
Oceanography
Paleontology
Physical Science
Physics
Physiology

Math

Computer Studies

Computer Applications
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Web Design

Music

Band
Composition
History of Jazz
Individual Instructions
Music History
Music Theory
Orchestra

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Animation
Ceramics
Debate
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Publications
Public Speaking
Screen-Printing
Screenwriting
Sculpture
Silkscreen
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater History

Special Programs

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

Distinctive or New Programs

Fully Wireless Laptop Environment (grades 6-12)
Advanced Placement Courses

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 4

Average Students Per Dorm: 60

Number of Girls Dorms: 0

Number of Boys Dorms: 4

Dorm Amenities

Other Dorm Amenities

Facilities

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

Arts & Athletics

Arts Department Director: Stephen Kimmerer

Athletics Department Director: Paul Bedard

Notable Achievements: 12 team championships (71 teams across 22 sports) extensive student art collection Awarded triple gold at MusicFest Regionals

Arts

Acting
Animation
Ceramics
Debate
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Publications
Public Speaking
Screen-Printing
Screenwriting
Sculpture
Silkscreen
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater History

Interscholastic Sports

Recreational Sports

Graduates

Summary: The 124 members of the Class of 2015 received 552 offers of admission, 61 outside Ontario, 35 U.S. and 28 international. On average, there were 4.5 acceptances for each student, and 85% graduated as Ontario Scholars. The graduating class received more than $1.6 million in scholarships and awards toward their post-secondary education.

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile
75th percentile

Notable Alumni

Lawren Harris

Class of 1903

Canadian Landscape artist Member of the Group of Seven

Kiefer Sutherland

Class of 1986

Actor

Graham F. Towers

Class of 1913

First Governor of the Bank of Canada

Harry Watson

Class of 1916

Member Hockey Hall of Fame

Hon. John C. Crosbie

Class of 1949

Lieutenant-Governor Newfoundland & Labrador

Michael Del Zotto

Class of 2008

New York Rangers

Steve Amell

Class of 2000

Actor

Timothy Findley

Class of 1950

Canadian novelist and playwright

John McCurdy

Class of 1903

Canadian Aviation Pioneer and Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia

Quotes From Alumni

“As a boarder from Mexico City I was looking for a school that offered challenging academics and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. I found both at St. Andrew's.”

-, Class of 2007, Graduated from Yale University with a degree in English

“My four years at SAC taught me about working hard striving for success and seizing opportunity. It was these lessons that made university life such an easy and exciting transition for me.”

-, Class of 2009, Studying Commerce Queen's University

“The diverse education offered at SAC set the pace for university experience. It has helped prepare me for the challenges I have faced so far.”

-, Class of 2011, Studying Nanoengineering University of Toronto

“As a boarder from Mexico City I was looking for a school that offered challenging academics and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. I found both at St. Andrew's.”

-Colin Murphy, Class of 2007, Graduated from Yale University with a degree in English

“My four years at SAC taught me about working hard striving for success and seizing opportunity. It was these lessons that made university life such an easy and exciting transition for me.”

-Phil Whitfield, Class of 2009, Studying Commerce Queen's University

“The diverse education offered at SAC set the pace for university experience. It has helped prepare me for the challenges I have faced so far.”

-Theo Sotiropoulos-Michalakakos, Class of 2011, Studying Nanoengineering University of Toronto

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 12%

Average Merit Scholarship: 5,000

Current Endowment Amount: $32,095,502

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: All Boys

Total Boarding: 258

Total Day: 386

Total Enrollment: 644

Boys: 644

Girls: 0

Boarding Grades Offered: 6-12

Day Grades Offered: 5-12

School Type: Middle, High School

Dress Code: Uniform

Applications Accepted: Contact School

Application Deadline: Rolling

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $57,560

5-Day Boarding: $57,560

Day Tuition Fee: $34,685

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 26%

Average Awarded: $20,000

School Finances