Choate Rosemary Hall is a co-educational boarding and day school in Wallingford, Connecticut, providing a transformative educational experience for 850 students in grades 9-12.
Choate is dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cohesive community that celebrates diversity and instills life-long habits of learning, leadership, and service.
Choate is committed to enrolling exceptional students and to preparing them to achieve success in all aspects of their lives.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students): $69,370
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $53,410
- Acceptance rate: 16%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Choate Rosemary Hall ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 278 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Resources
Selectivity
Offering Breadth
Offering Breadth
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1890
1907
Campus Size
458 acres
125 acres
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
867 students
315 students
% Students of Color
39%
26%
% International Students
18%
21%
% Students ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø
73%
67%
Average SAT Score
1401
(Out of 1600)
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1300 - 1530
-
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
72%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$396 million
(As of June 30, 2020)
(As of June 30, 2020)
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
$69,370
$68,800
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$53,410
$37,000
% Students on Financial Aid
33%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$48,150
(Average Family Contribution $10,713)
(Average Family Contribution $10,713)
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
16%
64%
Director of Admissions
Jeffrey Beaton
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
18
Courses
AP Art HistoryAP Biology
AP Calculus AB (3 terms)AP Calculus AB (4 terms)
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science
AP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature & Composition
AP Environmental ScienceAP European History
AP French Language and CultureAP Macroeconomics
AP MicroeconomicsAP Music Theory and Harmony
AP Physics C: Electricity & MagnetismAP Physics C: Mechanics
AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and Culture
AP StatisticsAP United States History
AP US Government and PoliticsAP World History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
25
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
153
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
African American Heritage ChoirAnime
Explore Japanese CultureExpolre Japanese Culture
Antique RestorationArt Co-op
Arts and Crafts ClubCreate Expressively with Unusual Materials
Asian ExplorationBelly Dancing
Black Awareness Table (BAT)Caxy Keys
ChessImprove Levels of Concentration
Choate Mock Trial ClubCiberchicks
Classic FilmClassic Movie Club
Thoughtful Discussion of Cinematic ClassicsCultural Diversity Club
Dance ClassDocumentary Film
Drama Competition TeamEcho Literary Magazine
ECO-SASEquestrian Team
Foreign Film ClubForensics Club
Free the ChildrenFrench Conversation
Global Awareness ClubGlobal Outreach
Growing A Future OrganizationHerodotus Society
High School Government AssociationHigh Society
HillelHip Hop Club
Hispanic-Latino ForumHorizons Historical Review
Horsebackriding (English)Hot Wings Club
Interact Club-Rotary InternationalJapanese Club
Judicial CommitteeJunior State of America
JuniorettesKid's Club
Korean SocietyLatin National Honors Society
Library Club (TALK)Lights Beyond Lights
Literary Magazine (Lit Mag)Literary Magazine Club
Lorem IpsumMake-a-Wish
Math TeamMental Health at Choate
Middle Eastern Alliance for PeaceMiddle School Student Government Association
Military PoliceMock Trial Club
Model CongressModel U.N.
Model UNMountain Lion Club
Movie Appreciation ClubMusic Listening Club
Muslim Student UnionMuslim Students Association
MVAANative American Cultural Club
noise. - music magazineOperation Smile
Outdoors/Ski ClubOvertime - sports publication
OxfamP. A. Political Society
Paint BallTeamwork
SportsmanshipRespect
Peer Educators (healthy decisions)Peer Tutor Club
PhillipianPhilomathean Society
Philosophy ClubPHIT (Physical Health Information)
Photo & Graphics = Art 2Photography Club
Physics ClubPlayers Club
Poets & WritersPolitical and Current Events (PACE)
Protection of Animals and Wildlife (PAW)Readers United
ReadingRecycle Club
Right RwandaSailing
SalsaSelf Government Association
Self-defenceSewing and Needlepoint Club
Sexual Minorities and Straight Supporters (SMASS)Spanish Club
Special Populations SkateSpecial Populations Swim
SpectrumStage Crew Club
Backstage Area and Equipment FunctionsStep Squad
Student CouncilStudent DJ Association
Students Advocating Gender EqualityStudents Against Climate Change
Students for a Free TibetStudents for Life America
Students for StudentsTeach Choate
Teach MusicTeach Wallingford-Tutoring
The Press - campus sports newsTheater Trips
Thesarus YearbookTour Guiding
Travel ClubUNICEF
UnidosWater polo
Women for Women at ChoateWomen of the World
Write ClubWWEB-FM Radio Station
YearbookYoung Centrists
Zoo Keepers Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Handbell ChoirKaprophones - male a cappella
Lilith - female a cappellaMaiyeros - male a cappella
Meditation ClubPuppy Playtime Club
Learn How to Raise and Train a PuppyStonatos - student & faculty a cappella
Whimawehs (female a cappella)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Academic SupportMesa Espanola
PaintballPing-Pong Association of Student Table-Tennis Athletes (PASTA)
Sunday Soccer
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Yale University
54
New York University
45
Columbia University
39
Boston College
37
University of Chicago
34
George Washington University
31
Harvard University
27
Brown University
26
Cornell University
26
University of Pennsylvania
25
School Notes
- Students from across the nation and the globe thrive in our rigorous and supportive learning community.
- Choate's dedication to sustainability is evident in its five LEED certified buildings, showcasing a commitment to reducing its environmental impact through energy-efficient design and responsible resource stewardship.
- The school's rigorous academic curriculum guides students to think critically, communicate clearly, understand various methods of intellectual inquiry, and develop a global perspective on cultural, social, political, and environmental issues
- Choate Rosemary Hall prioritizes an innovative and holistic approach to education, nurturing students' intellectual curiosity and preparing them for success in a rapidly changing world.
- Choate Rosemary Hall accreditations: TABS, NEASC
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Adlai Stevenson ’18 - former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
- John F. Kennedy ’35 - 35th President of the United States
- Edward Albee ’46 - Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright
- Robert D. McCallum Jr. ’64 - former U.S. Ambassador to Australia
- Glenn Close '65 - Emmy, Tony and Golden Globe Award-winning film and stage actress
- Victoria J. Nuland ’79 - former U.S. Representative to NATO
- Paul Giamatti '85 - Emmy Award-winning broadway and film actor
- Angela Ruggiero ’98 - four-time Women’s Olympic Ice Hockey Champion
- Chris Denorfia '98 - center fielder for the San Diego Padres
- Hilary Knight '07 - 2010 Olympic Ice Hockey Champion, youngest member of Team USA
- School Motto: Minds Always Open
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Choate Rosemary Hall cost?
Choate Rosemary Hall's tuition is approximately $69,370 for boarding students and $53,410 for day students.
What schools are Choate Rosemary Hall often compared to?
Choate Rosemary Hallis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Academy, Phillips Academy Andover, Phillips Exeter Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Choate Rosemary Hall?
The acceptance rate of Choate Rosemary Hall is 16%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%. Choate Rosemary Hall's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Choate Rosemary Hall?
Choate Rosemary Hall famous alumni include: Adlai Stevenson ’18, John F. Kennedy ’35, Edward Albee ’46, Robert D. McCallum Jr. ’64, Glenn Close '65, Victoria J. Nuland ’79, Paul Giamatti '85, Angela Ruggiero ’98, Chris Denorfia '98 and Hilary Knight '07.
What sports does Choate Rosemary Hall offer?
Choate Rosemary Hall offers 25 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Choate Rosemary Hall is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
Does Choate Rosemary Hall offer a summer program?
Yes, Choate Rosemary Hall offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What is Choate Rosemary Hall's ranking?
Choate Rosemary Hall ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Low acceptance rates, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, High # of AP/advanced courses offered, High average SAT scores and High ACT scores.
When is the application deadline for Choate Rosemary Hall?
The application deadline for Choate Rosemary Hall is Jan. 15.
Alumni Reviews Review School
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At Choate, I felt that the faculty and administration really cared about my wellbeing and growth. Classes were mostly organized to allow for discussion and office hours were easy to attend and allowed for personal. . .
Choate has a diverse and interesting study body from all around the world. While it is an old and prestigious boarding school, I found Choate to be less traditional than some of its peer schools. . .
The community is definitely Choate's greatest asset, and the admissions folk do a great job of picking students. We're a pretty chill bunch, so you won't find much of the cut-throat competitiveness that usually accompanies. . .
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