at a glance 2012
STUDENTS ACADEMICS LEADERSHIP SPIRIT ATHLETICS SUMMER ALUMNI
Culver provides the best whole person education in the country and is the only school to offer an intentional and differentiated leadership program for its young women and young men. When thoughtful educators discuss the qualities necessary for success in today’s world, they end up describing Culver. I am grateful for the support of our Legion Board of Directors in making this publication possible. Culver has been around for more than a century, and its alumni speak volumes for the success of its programs. John Buxton, Head of Schools
UNIQUE DIVERSE TALENTED
802 57% 43%
Total enrollment is
of which
are male
and
92% 18% and
Legacy students: 14.0%
2008-2009
are female
live on campus as boarding students are legacies. 14.6%
17.9%
2009-2010
16.3%
2010-2011
2011-2012
39
states + District of Columbia
Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Nevada New Mexico New York North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington Wisconsin
32
countries
Australia Canada China Colombia Croatia Denmark Ecuador Egypt France Germany Guatemala Haiti Hong Kong Hungary Ireland Japan Korea Kuwait Liberia Mexico Netherlands Nicaragua Nigeria Philippines Saudi Arabia Spain Switzerland Taiwan Tanzania United Kingdom Venezuela Vietnam
22%
of the student body is
international
SUCCESSFUL PREPARED LEADERS
100%
matriculation
to colleges & universities including:
American University Arizona State University Boston University Bowling Green State University Brown University Butler University Carnegie Mellon University Colorado College Colorado State University Columbia University Concordia University Cornell College Cornell University Davidson College DePauw University Duke University Earlham College Emory University Florida Southern University Furman University Georgetown University Harvard University Indiana University John Carroll University Lake Forest College Lawrence University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Miami University Michigan State University New York University Northeastern University Northern Illinois University Ohio University
Pennsylvania State University Princeton University Purdue University Rochester Institute of Technology Rhodes College Sewanee University Southern Methodist University St. Lawrence University Stanford University Syracuse University Texas Christian University The George Washington University The University of North Carolina The University of Texas Trinity University United States Air Force Academy United States Military Academy United States Naval Academy University of California at Los Angeles University of Chicago University of Colorado University of Connecticut University of Dayton University of Denver University of Miami University of Notre Dame University of Pennsylvania University of San Diego University of Southern California Villanova University Virginia Military Institute Washington and Lee University Yale University
Tuition is
$38,000
compared with an average of $45,340 among peer group schools, most of which are located on the East Coast. Culver’s Midwest location allows for a slightly lower tuition rate.
financial aid awarded
for the 2010-2011 school year totaled
$9.2 milli0n
with the average award being
46%
$25,166
of students benefit from some type of financial aid
CHALLENGING INNOVATIVE ELITE
9:1 20
studentteacher ratio
14 average class size
advanced placement classes Art History Biology Calculus Chemistry Economics English Language English Literature Environmental Science European History French Language German Language Government Latin Music Theory Physics B Physics C Spanish Language Statistics U.S. History World History
In 2011, Culver students took AP exams, with an average score of
516 290
college graduates have been part of the intern program since 1984.
3.8 5
3.8
4 3 2 1
Of our
96
full and part-time faculty members, hold a master’s degree, hold a Ph.D.,
85% 8 44 and
88
faculty have been at Culver for 10 or more years.
faculty
have benefitted from professional development funding since 2005.
The Culver academic experience includes unique opportunities for students to travel abroad, participate in academic clubs and competitions, and explore their sense of innovation. · Global Studies Institute · Ron Rubin School for the Entrepreneur · Quizbowl Team · Health & Wellness · ESOL Program
CULVER MILITARY ACADEMY
218
leadership positions
CMA uses the military model to educate and train its cadets in practical leadership. While maintaining its focus on academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence, CMA integrates hands-on leadership with every campus endeavor. Abundant opportunities for advancement within the Culver leadership structure occur throughout the year, including parade and retreat seasons, winter drill, four annual ceremonies, and CAR (Corps Annual Review) each March. A specialized New Cadet Program provides a comprehensive introduction and training for success at Culver for all new cadets.
ARTILLERY BAND INFANTRY TROOP
CULVER GIRLS ACADEMY
172
prefect positions The CGA prefect system educates, inspires and prepares young women to lead within the Culver community and in the future, the world.
Freshman Year
STRENGTH OF FRIENDSHIP
Sophomore Year
KNOWLEDGE AND TRADITION
Junior Year
STRENGTH AND JUSTICE
Senior Year
SERVICE AND SUCCESS The Culver Girls Academy program provides our young women with a culture of leadership, comaraderie, ethics, and community-oriented action. With three rotations per year, CGA’s prefectorial system gives girls valuable opportunities to serve in leadership roles for their dormitory and their school community at large. CGA seniors culminate their Culver experience with a Senior Service Practicum, a project that serves their community.
NURTURING WORLDWIDE GIVING
spiritual life Culver encourages each student’s search for identity, wisdom, courage and joy through an experiential and intellectual approach.
6 8
spiritual life options Roman Catholic Mass Protestant Worship Jewish Prayer
Muslim Prayer Chapel After Hours Constructive Meditation
youth programs Real Talk Protestant Youth Group Praise Band Catholic Youth Group
Culver nurtures the spiritual life of a diverse community through worship opportunities, innovative course design, pastoral care, and attention to the spiritual formation of the individual. Religious-based academic courses are also offered through the Wellness and Humanities departments.
Confirmation Class Quranic Studies Arabic Club Catholic Music
giving back
6,120
service hours
given by the Class of 2011
Special events and philanthropic involvements have included Christian Retreats Christian Concerts 30-hour Famine
Relay For Life Nursing Home Visits Culver Boys & Girls Club
spring break in mission
7
22
states and countries
From New Orleans to Mexico, from Ireland to Rome, Spring Break in Mission takes students all over the world to experience the sights, sounds, and rhythm of life beyond Culver. Also - currently used elsewhere (Academics spread)
Each spring, about 100 Culver students spend their break in service-learning and cultural exchange opportunities all over the world. It’s a short trip with a big impact and one more way to introduce students to life beyond Culver.
1,200
Since 1988, more than
students
have participated.
COMPETITIVE SPIRITED FUN
18 17
boys’ sports girls’ sports
70% of students were involved in at least one of 58 interscholastic sports. In 2010-2011,
Athletic accomplishments: Class 3A Boys Basketball Runner-up Class 5A Boys Hockey Championship Individual Girls Cross Country, Track Champion Nationally Ranked Women’s Fencer Boys Lacrosse #1 in the Midwest
With a wide range of offerings and three seasons, Culver students participate in competitive, high-level sports as well as try new athletic endeavors for the first time. Culver’s athletic and recreational facilities include playing fields, two ice rinks, a golf course, state-of-the-art crew and equestrian facilities, and a fitness center.
In addition to competitive athletics, Culver students participate in
activities & clubs American Indian Club Art Club Badminton Club Bible Study Boy Scouts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Campus Live Catholic Confirmation CGA Drill Team Chemistry Club Chinese Club Community Service Council Computer Club Culver Pipes & Drums Dancevision Diversity Council Fellowship of Christian Athletes Fleet Volunteer Garden Futbol Intramural Green Life Horsemanship
Junior States of America Leadership Committee for Africa Living History Math Forum Model United Nations Paintball Club Pre-Architecture 101 Quizbowl Team Quranic Studies Real Talk Relay For Life Roll Call (Yearbook) Sin Fronteras Skeet/Trap Shooting Speech Club Stamp Club The Quill Theatre Thespian Club The Vedette (Newspaper) Venture Crew
UNIQUE LIFE-CHANGING UNFORGETTABLE
In the summer of 2011 , Culver Summer Schools & Camps had
UPPER CAMP
1,392 41 39
from
WOODCRAFT CAMP
Summer Schools & Camps tie directly into enrollment at the Academies. The percentage of current boarding school students who attended a summer program is:
participants states and
countries, ranging in age from
7-17 38%
Founded in
1902,
Culver Summer Schools & Camps is a fun-filled, naturally beautiful 1,800-acre setting where more than 1,350 young people from around the world, develop positive self-esteem through accomplishment and self- discipline. It is a high-challenge/ high-support environment for learning leadership skills that improve personal confidence.
Camps offered: WOODCRAFT CAMP 6 weeks • boys + girls • ages 9-13 • more than 65 electives UPPER CAMP 6 weeks • boys + girls • ages 13-17 • more than 65 electives JUNIOR WOODCRAFT CAMP 5 days • boys + girls • ages 7-9 MINI CAMPS 3 days • boys + girls • ages 7-9 • April, May, & October FAMILY CAMP 1 week • beautiful 1800-acre campus on Lake Maxinkuckee HALLOWEEN CAMP 2 days • boys + girls • ages 7-12 • pumpkin carving, trick-or-treat, hayrides and more
INVOLVED WORLDWIDE GENEROUS
At the conclusion of the giving year on June 30, 2011, Culver’s endowment was
million
in millions
$300
$191.7 ’09-’10 Fiscal Year
’10-’11 Fiscal Year
$299.1
$181.8 ’08-’09 Fiscal Year
$281.5
The Culver Fund raised
$200 $100
$299
’11-’12 Fiscal Year
$5.8 million
3,175
in 2010-2011, with gifts from
donors.
The $5.8 million in Culver Fund gifts was donated by the following constituencies:
Academies Alumni
15.5% 11.3%
43.1%
24.1%
Summer School Alumni Parents RU Light Foundation Auction Miscellaneous
3.1% 2.8%
Reunion 2011 was attended by
544
alumni representing
Culver Clubs, the alumni network, is strong and active in
36 12 and
U.S. cities
countries
13
classes.
The Culver Mission Culver educates its students for leadership and responsible citizenship in society by developing and nurturing the whole individual — mind, spirit, and body through an integrated curriculum that emphasizes the cultivation of character.
This publication was produced in cooperation with The Culver Legion, the alumni association of the Academies.
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