EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL
PROGRAM
››Average Class Size: 11 ››Over 140 courses offered in 8 disciplines ›› Required Graduation Credits: English (4), Mathematics (3), Modern and Classical Languages (3), Social Studies (2), Science (2), Theology (1), Fine Arts (1), Physical Education (2)
›› 40 advanced, college-level, and honors courses ›› Distinctive Programs: The Washington Program, Senior
Seminar, Study Abroad, Service Learning Trips, Certamen, Science Olympiad
›› National Merit Scholars: Two finalists in 2012-13 ›› Interscholastic Athletic Teams: Baseball, Basketball,
Crew (Girls), Cross-Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf,
teams have been recognized as Virginia Independent School State Champions 27 times since 1930.
›› Number of Graduates that Play College Sports (last three years): 48 student athletes including 12 from the Class of 2013
›› Leadership Opportunities: Honor Committee, Monitors,
Cheerleaders, Vestry, Community Council, Service Council, Spectrum, Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, Discipline Committee, Head Tour Guides, Activities Committee, and many other extracurricular clubs
›› Arts Opportunities: Ceramics, Photography, Drawing,
Painting, Theater Arts, Improv, Choir, A Cappella Groups, Guitar, Songwriting, Music Theory, Orchestra, Music Recording, Survey of Dance
Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
›› Non-interscholastic programs include: Cross Training, Dance, Group Fitness, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Tennis At Episcopal, the boys’ teams are part of the Interstate Athletic Conference (IAC), and the girls’ teams compete in the Independent School League (ISL). Since 1993, the girls’ teams have won 29 ISL championships, and the boys have won 38 IAC championships. In addition, Episcopal
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AT A GLANCE 2013-14
EPISCOPAL BECAUSE...
››Traditions: The culture of EHS is rich with traditions of
THE SCHOOL Founded in 1839, Episcopal is the only 100 percent
COLLEGE MATRICULATION
››SAT Score Ranges 2011–13 (mid-50%):
honor, integrity, and character. The Honor Code is one of the
boarding school in a major U.S. metropolitan area. The
oldest among secondary schools and applies to all aspects
130-acre campus is located just outside Washington, D.C.
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of school life. Within the community, spirituality is nurtured
››Current Enrollment: 435 students ››Student Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1 ››Student Teacher Ratio in Classroom: 11 to 1 ››Annual Operating Budget: $32.9 million
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and flourishes through a thoughtful and inclusive chapel program.
››Community: Combining the constant presence of trusted adults with a 100 percent boarding community, Episcopal stands out among its peers. At EHS, lifelong relationships are forged among students and faculty as, together, the community pursues countless opportunities for personal growth. Graduates are prepared as much to give of themselves as to achieve.
››Academics: Rigorous classes, engaging discussions,
and innovative teaching prepares students for intellectual challenges in college and beyond. The Washington Program and cultural, extracurricular, and service programs empower students to engage with and understand the world beyond
ADMISSIONS
›› 517 completed applications, 228 acceptances, 124 enrolled
›› Number of states and countries represented: 31 states and D.C., 18 countries
››Students of Color: 27% ››Financial Aid:
our gates.
• 30% of the student body receives financial assistance
“Some of my greatest memories at Episcopal have been times I have spent on dorm having birthday parties, movie nights, or group snacks. Life on dorm is never boring, and it has made my EHS experience amazing.”
• Average grant of approximately $35,750
MANDY HOLT ’14, BURLINGTON, N.C.
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Critical Reading
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Math
Writing
The 97 graduates of the Class of 2013 are attending 54 institutions of higher education
›› 63% of the Class of 2013 is attending their first choice ›› 87% of the Class of 2013 is attending their first or second choice
FACULTY
››70 full-time teaching faculty; 85% live on campus ››82% hold advanced degrees ENDOWMENT
››$189 million
ANNUAL GIVING 2012-13
››Participation: Alumni 46%, Parents 81% ››Total Roll Call: $2,604,656