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School Overview

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Overall A-
Matriculation A-
Academics B+
Extracurriculars B+
Geo & Community A-
Reviews A-
Nichols School aim is to train minds, bodies and hearts for the work of life, and to carry into all we do the highest ideals of character and service.
At Nichols School, inspired teachers and students are committed to a quality standard of learning and achievement in all aspects of school life.
Our community strives to cultivate each student's sense of responsibility, compassion, honesty, and self-discipline.
Our goal is to produce confident and ethical young people equipped for the challenges of life.
We embrace and value our school's history and heritage. We also recognize the importance of adaptation and innovation as a means of preparing our students for the future.
We strive to create a community that reflects our region's neighborhoods and the wider world.
In this environment, our students develop habits of tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$31,350
Enrollment
560
International Students
1.8%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
90%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$30 million
AP
28
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
26.5
Class Size
14

Matriculation

College Matriculation

(2022-202022)
Ranking University/College Students
Art #1 School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1
#3 Yale University 1
#7 Johns Hopkins University 2
Parsons The New School for Design 1
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1
#10 Northwestern University 1
#17 Cornell University 3
#22 Georgetown University 1
#25 New York University 1

Academics

AP Scores

(2021)
Number of students who took AP tests
169
73%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(28)
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Biology
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Computer Science Principles
Precalculus
Statistics
African American Studies
European History
Macroeconomics
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
Seminar
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Sports

(18)
Athletics
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Athletics
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Flag Football
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(43)
Advocates for Social Change
Anti-Gravity Club - Climbing and Outdoors
ASL Club
Asian and Pacific Islanders Club
Backgammon Society
Black Student Union
Advocates for Social Change
Anti-Gravity Club - Climbing and Outdoors
ASL Club
Asian and Pacific Islanders Club
Backgammon Society
Black Student Union
Career Club
Chess Club
Chinese Club
Creative Writing Club
Christian Club
Classics Club
Community Club
Cosmic Ray Detector Club
Crochet Club
Environmental Club
Fashion Design Club
Film Club
Football Club
Free Draw
French Club
German Club
Girl Up
Gleaner
Green Key
Indigenous History of Lacrosse
Investment Club
Jewish Cultural Awareness Club
Med Club
Multiracial Affinity Group
Pickleball Club
Premier League Club
Robotics
SAGA
Science and Society
Sports Management Club
Sports Media Club
Star Wars
Tea Club
TEDx
VITL
World Building Club
Yoga Club.
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Arts

(16)
Acting
Choir
Dance
Music
Music Production
Music Theory
Acting
Choir
Dance
Music
Music Production
Music Theory
Songwriting
Wind Symphony
3D Design
Digital Music
Drawing
Filmmaking
Photography
Video Production
Art
Design
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: Grades 5-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1892
Campus Size: 30 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL,SLEP
School Code:
TOEFL: 1791
Recommended
Recommended
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Reviews

A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
11/22/2023
Reviews from other languages
Nichols School

1. The school is located in New York, near Buffalo, founded in 1892, making it a century-old institution.
2. International Cultural Exchange: Students have the opportunity to participate in exchange programs at 4 schools globally, with choices including France, China, Spain, and Costa Rica.
3. Featured Courses: Anatomy and Physiology, Environmental Studies, Geology, Introduction to Engineering, Organic Chemistry, Mathematical Modeling and Applied Functions, Applied Technical Problems, Introduction to Computer Programming, Computer Programming, etc.
4. Science Scholars Program: In this program, students have the opportunity to engage in scientific research in Western New York. Under the guidance of scientists, students learn laboratory techniques, use state-of-the-art equipment, and explore the steps involved in university-level scientific research.
5. International Student Tutoring: In their first year, international students are provided with private tutoring and additional English language support to help them transition smoothly.
6. Chinese students have graduated and attended universities such as the University of California, San Diego; Ohio State University; University of Pittsburgh; Pratt Institute; University of California, Berkeley; Carnegie Mellon University, etc.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
03/08/2021
Reviews from other languages
Nichols School is a 128-year-old co-educational independent college preparatory school located in New York. As an independent school with an average class size of 14 students, outstanding teachers go the extra mile and are personally committed to understanding each student. They shape intensive and broad curricula according to students' needs, making learning meaningful. As a result, our students are empowered with the ability to think critically and creatively, going beyond the scope of exams.

School Advantages:

1. Science Scholars Program: Students have the opportunity to engage in scientific research in the Western New York region. Under the guidance of scientists, students learn laboratory techniques, use state-of-the-art equipment, and learn the research steps involved in university-level scientific research.

2. Students have the opportunity to participate in exchange programs at four schools globally, with available countries including France, Costa Rica, Spain, and China.

3. The robotics program is very strong, and the robotics team has won various awards. The FTC robotics team won the Home Award at the qualifying competition.

4. The school places great emphasis on art education, and every student will participate in exquisite performing arts. In addition to providing formal art instruction, extracurricular activities include drama, music, visual arts, and dance.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
10/21/2019
Reviews from other languages
The school is located in New York, offers 20 AP courses, has independent scientific research, is ranked as an A+ institution by Niche, and is ranked 467th out of 4131 private high schools nationwide. 2018 college matriculations include: Princeton University, Harvard University, Yale University, Duke University, Dartmouth College, Johns Hopkins University, Northeastern University, Brown University, Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon University, etc.
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Frequently Ask Questions about Nichols School

Tell me a bit about Nichols School.
Nichols School is Co-ed private day school located in New York, US. It was founded 1892 , and currently has about 560 students, 1.80% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.nicholsschool.org.
Does Nichols School have rigorous academic requirements?
Nichols School is offering 28 AP courses.

Nichols School also have 90% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Nichols School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Nichols School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Nichols School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Nichols School?
The day tuition for Nichols School in 2024 is $31,350 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at nbarone@nicholsschool.org .
Where is Nichols School located?
Nichols School is located in the State of New York of USA.
How popular is Nichols School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Nichols School is among the most popular schools, within top 381 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Nichols School has been favorited by 39 users.
How do I complete an application for Nichols School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Nichols School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Nichols School’s official site: http://www.nicholsschool.org or call them at 716-332-6300.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for Nichols School?
The overall rating for Nichols School is A-.

The section ratings of Nichols School are:
A- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews

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