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Matriculation A+
Academics A-
Extracurriculars A
Geo & Community A+
Reviews A
Innovative, High-Powered Academics Mentorship Skills-Based Curriculum NextTerm: Experiential Learning Scholars Program Project-Based Learning
The Hun School of Princeton is an independent college preparatory school in Princeton, NJ. An all-gender day and boarding school, The Hun School serves 690 students from twenty-three countries and nineteen states in grades 6-PG.The Hun School provides a diverse community that places a high value on creative and rigorous traditional college preparatory curriculum in a structured environment; develops character, community and values; meets the students’ differing talents, interests and academic needs through a supportive staff in a variety of programs; and encourages students to widen their horizons, gain an appreciation for and an excitement about learning and achieve their full potential.The Hun School combines deep roots in Princeton with a truly national and international student body. We balance the traditional college preparatory curriculum with one-on-one attention to the unique talents of every student, academic rigor with exciting arts and competitive athletics. The Hun School is a dynamic community where learning is a passion and each day is infused with a spirit of joy.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$83,200
Enrollment
703
International Students
17%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$30 million
AP
23
Average SAT Score
1271
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
16
Boarding %
40

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2025)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 2
#6 Stanford University 3
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#13 Dartmouth College 1
#14 Brown University 3
#17 Cornell University 1
#17 Rice University 1
#19 University of Notre Dame 1

Academics

AP Courses

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Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
European History
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
United States History
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
Physics C: Mechanics
Precalculus
Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Sports

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Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rowing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Climbing
Flag Football
Football
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

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Business Club
Computer Science Club
Debate Club
Edgerstounian (yearbook)
Environmental Awareness Club
Females in Finance
Business Club
Computer Science Club
Debate Club
Edgerstounian (yearbook)
Environmental Awareness Club
Females in Finance
FTC Robotics
Hun Review
Investment Club
Math Competition Club Mind Games
National Junior Classical League
Philosophy Club
Poetry Society
Rocketry Club
Scientific Research Club
The Mall (student newspaper)
Asian Culture Club
Black Student Union
Buongiorno Italia Diversity Club
European Culture Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Female Athlete Network
Francophone Culture Club
Gender and Sexuality Awareness
Gender Equity Matters
Greek Culture Club
Hispanic Culture Club
Jewish Culture Club
Masala Club
Middle Eastern Society Young Able Voices
Animation Club
Arts in Action Club
Asian Rap Club
Calligraphy and Modern Art Fashion Club
Film Club
Guitar Club
Improv Club
Music Unite
Music Production Club
Photography Club Conservative Club
Model Congress
Model UN
Politicon
Afghan Outreach Club
Cancer Awareness Club Community Service Club
Doctors Without Bordersm
The First Book
First Responders Club
The Gift of Sight Club
Operation Smile
Paws Cause
Red Cross Club
Special Olympics of New Jersey
Automotive Enthusiast Club
Badminton Club
Cereal Club
Connections Club
The Golf Club
Hungeon Club
Lettuce Club
Outing Club
Ping Pong Club
Poker Club
Rubik’s Cube Club
Self-Starters Club
Ski Club
Spikeball Club
Sports Stats and Analytics
Tabletop Games Club
Tasting Club
Zombie Appreciation Club
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Arts

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Chamber Orchestra
Chorus
Dance
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Chamber Orchestra
Chorus
Dance
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Tech Theater
Acting
Theater
Animation
Ceramics
Drawing
Media
Painting
Photography
Studio Art
Architecture
2D Studio Art
Sculpture
Video Production
Woodworking
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1914
Campus Size: 45 acres
Boarding Rate: 40%
Acceptance Rate: 3%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/31
Interview: On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: IELTS
School Code:
TOEFL: 9235
SSAT: 4042
ISEE: 311260

Reviews

A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
10/10/2024
Reviews from other languages
The Hun School of Princeton, founded in 1914, is located on a 45-acre campus in Princeton, New Jersey, just 1.5 miles from downtown Princeton, 52 miles from New York City, and 45 miles from Philadelphia. The school is situated in a quiet neighborhood, within walking distance of Princeton University.
The school offers 163 courses, including 19 AP courses and 16 honors courses. Every May, Hun School students in grades 9-11 participate in a groundbreaking immersive learning experience designed to provide opportunities for in-depth exploration of real-world topics. The most unique aspect of the NextTerm program is that students have the opportunity to examine some of the most pressing issues of our time from multiple perspectives, with ample time and resources to delve into this information and their nascent interests.
The Visual Arts program at The Hun School teaches students to think like artists, explore the world with curiosity, seek innovative solutions to problems, and foster creative self-expression. Students have 30 disciplines to choose from. The school averages 23 on-campus performances each year, and students also engage with the community, performing in festivals and competitions, from local community colleges in Princeton to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
08/03/2023
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Data for The Hun School of Princeton: student body 664, student-faculty ratio 1:7, international students 17%, boarding students 40%, faculty with advanced degrees 75%. The Hun School of Princeton was founded in 1914 and is located in Princeton, New Jersey, one hour from New York and one hour from Philadelphia. It covers 45 acres with a beautiful campus, less than two miles from downtown Princeton, and is situated opposite Princeton University. The Hun School provides personalized attention to every student, fostering close student-faculty connections. The school is student-centered and offers numerous hands-on learning opportunities to prepare students for work and life in a future globalized society. The Hun School also collaborates with Princeton University, allowing mathematically gifted students to study math at Princeton for a semester or a year. Additionally, there are unique courses such as nuclear energy, genetic engineering, and organ transplantation. Finally, the school places great emphasis on developing students' leadership skills through various programs. High School Courses: Computer Technology & Engineering, English, ESL, History & Global Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Mathematics, Modern Languages & Classics, Performing Arts, Science, Visual Arts, etc.
AP Courses: Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, English, English Literature, Chemistry, Environmental Science, French, French Literature, European History, Physics (Intermediate Level), Spanish, Statistics, U.S. History, etc.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
07/28/2023
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Princeton Hun School is a private boarding high school located in Princeton, New Jersey, situated opposite Princeton University and 1.5 miles away.
1. Faculty Resources: Founder Dr. John Gale Hun was a mathematics professor at Princeton University, focusing on students' academic development in STEM;
2. Unique Courses Offered: Including experience-rich "mini-courses," leadership courses, travel courses, etc.;
3. Strong Science Curriculum: Offering advantageous courses such as marine biology, stellar evolution, impulse and momentum, atomic and nuclear physics;
5. Strong Performing Arts: Drama, script creation, popular music, everything imaginable;
4. Strong in Ice Hockey: In 2023, a student represented China in an ice hockey competition and won the world championship;
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
09/15/2022
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The school campus is beautifully landscaped, located opposite Princeton University, offering numerous opportunities for collaboration with the university. Students can intern or take classes at the university. The school excels in both arts and STEM fields, and also offers some distinctive courses, such as genetic engineering and organ transplantation. While focusing on academic development, the school also emphasizes students' personal moral cultivation and the development of individual potential. The school's university admission record is excellent, with many students matriculating to top universities in the United States.
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Hun School of Princeton

Tell me a bit about The Hun School of Princeton.
The Hun School of Princeton is Co-ed private boarding school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1914 , and currently has about 703 students, 17.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.hunschool.org/.
Does The Hun School of Princeton have rigorous academic requirements?
The Hun School of Princeton is offering 23 AP courses.

The Hun School of Princeton also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Hun School of Princeton students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 20.13% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 7.55% go to top 25, and about 5.03% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Hun School of Princeton?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Hun School of Princeton’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for The Hun School of Princeton?
The total fee for The Hun School of Princeton in 2024 is $83,200 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admiss@hunschool.org .
Where is The Hun School of Princeton located?
The Hun School of Princeton is located in the State of New Jersey of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 36 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Hun School of Princeton on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Hun School of Princeton is among the most popular schools, within top 16 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Hun School of Princeton has been favorited by 1118 users.
How do I complete an application for The Hun School of Princeton?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Hun School of Princeton. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Hun School of Princeton’s official site: http://www.hunschool.org/ or call them at (609)921-7600.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Hun School of Princeton?
Yes, here are few: The Lawrenceville School, The Pennington School and Princeton International School of Mathematics and Science.

The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Hun School of Princeton?
The overall rating for The Hun School of Princeton is A.

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

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