Knox SCHOOL

Welcome To KNOX

Greetings! You are about to make one of the most important decisions of your lives - choosing a private school that will provide you with the best opportunities for success in college and beyond. Founded in 1904 by Mary Alice Knox, The Knox School is the oldest established private school on Long Island, in New York. Today, Knox is a co-educational boarding and day school for grades 6-12 where the total well-being of every student is our top priority.

1904

Founded in 1904

122

School Population

Teacher / Student Ratio: 6:1

100

100% Acceptance to Colleges & Universities

Mission

To provide the opportunity for capable students to excel within a liberal arts program infused with artistic and athletic pursuits, in preparation for higher education at selective colleges and universities.

Purpose

To inspire in each student a love of learning and the desire to continually develop the skills necessary to lead happy, confident, and successful lives in a complex and changing world.

Philosophy

A diverse student body within a traditional, structured, and familial atmosphere will experience academic, intellectual, and character development while celebrating individual strengths and talents.

Challenges, Enrichment & Languages

New Challenges

Our Middle School curriculum is designed to challenge our youngest students to explore,discover, and cultivate new interests.

World Languages

Exposed to the World Languages of English, Spanish, French, Mandarin, Korean, and More.

Enrichment Program

Middle School students participate in enrichment programs in the arts and STEM beyond what they are taught in the classroom.

School Highlights

As an institution that is mission driven and intentional in its structure and purpose, The Knox School created its academic program to provide capable students with opportunities to excel within a liberal arts program that is infused with artistic and athletic pursuits. Knox students enjoy experiences of discovery and learning that will prepare them for life in college and beyond. Our team of administrators and educators are driven by a collective vision and desire to inspire in each student a lifelong love of learning, and to nurture and celebrate each individual's strengths and talents.

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6 World Records in Rowing

No.1

Ranked No. 1 Fine Arts Program on Long Island

7

Dual Enrollment AP CLASSES for College Credit

10

Honors Classes

3x

3X State Champions in 2019

STEM

Engineering & Robotics

$10 million

$10 million USD scholarship to Graduates in 2019

14

14 AP Classes

Learning Extends Beyond the Classroom Walls Each Day

Preparing for Leadership

Knox students hold leadership positions in:

National Honor Society
National Junior Honor Society
Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)
National English Honor Society (NEHS)
Rho Kappa (History Honor Society)
National Art Honor Society (NAHS)
Student Council
Admissions Ambassadors

Knox Clubs

Model United Nations
Amnesty International
Science Olympiad Team
Academic Bowl Team
Publications Club
Robotics Team / STEM Clubs
The Arts Club
Fitness & Nutrition Club
Yoga & Mindfulness
Multicultural Student Union

Knox Competitive Athletics Teams

Fall	Winter	Spring
Boys Crew	Boys Crew	Boys Crew
Girls Crew	Girls Crew	Girls Crew
Boys Equestrian	Boys Equestrian	Boys Equestrian
Girls Equestrian	Girls Equestrian	Girls Equestrian
Boys Cross Country	Boys Basketball	Boys Badminton
Boys Cross Country	Boys Basketball	Boys Badminton
Boys Coccer	Boys Fencing	Boys Volleyball
Girls Volleyball	Girls Fencing

Advanced Placement Classes

MATHEMATICS	SCIENCE	HUMANITIES	ARTS & STEM
AP Calculus AB	AP Biology	AP English Language	AP Music Theory
AP Calculus BC	AP Chemistry	AP English Literature	AP Studio Art
AP Statistics	AP Physics I	AP U.S. History	AP Computer Science Principles
	AP Physics II	AP U.S. Gov & Politics	AP Computer Science A
	AP Environmental Science	AP Psychology

Our Proven Success

School Information

Total Tuition & On-Campus Boarding: $66,000

Included

Tuition Fees
Application & SEVIS Fees
School Registration Fees
Airport Transfer Fees (6 trips)
School Sports & Clubs
Orientation Fees
After-class teacher extra support & tutoring
Campus Activities
3 City & Local Excursion Trips
10-Months Boarding includes:

3 meals every day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
School Activities Transportation
Weekend Activities

Not Included

Textbooks ($600)
Uniforms ($600 - $700)
Medical Insurance ($2,200)
Personal Expense Account $2,500
English as New Language Program Fees:

ENL Level 1 (TOEFL 92 - 60): $7,000 for 1 ESL credit course
ENL Level 2 (TOEFL 60 - 40): $12,000 for 2 ESL credit courses

ADMISSION

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Intake: August & January
Grade: 6 - 12
GPA: 3.0 / 4.0 or 80% above
Direct Entry English Requirement:
- TOEFL: 92
- IELTS: 6
- Duolingo: 120 - 130

ADMISSION CHECKLIST

Student Information (names, parents' names, mobile phone, email, home address, etc.), Student Passport, Visa & I-20 copy (if applicable)
Academic Transcripts from the past 3 years (originals and English translation)
A copy of English language test result (IELTS, TOEFL, DUOLINGO, SLATE)
Two Teacher Recommendation Letters

1 x Math Teacher Recommendation Letter
1 x English Teacher Recommendation Letter