THORNTON ACADEMY – A PREMIER COLLEGE-PREPARATORY BOARDING SCHOOL IN NEW ENGLAND, USA

Founded in 1811, Thornton Academy is one of the oldest and most prestigious private boarding schools in New England, USA. With over two centuries of academic excellence, the school now welcomes students from 35+ countries, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and inspiring global community.

Comprehensive Academic Programs Designed for Top University Admission

Thornton Academy offers over 200 courses across all subjects—from advanced academics to arts, engineering, and technology. Highlights include:

• 26 Advanced Placement (AP) courses
• Over 40 Honors courses
• Dual Enrollment Programs with University of New England and University of Maine – College of Engineering, allowing students to skip the first year of college
• 7 world languages: Chinese, French, German, Spanish, Latin, Ancient Greek, and Japanese
• 30+ arts classes in music, theater, fine arts, digital media, and more

Students whose first language is not English can benefit from the school’s English as a Second Language (ESL) support program.

A Modern, Supportive, and Inclusive Learning Environment

• Student-to-teacher ratio: 11:1
• iPad-to-student ratio: 1:1
• No school uniform required
• Non-religious institution
• 50+ clubs, sports, and extracurricular programs
• On-campus dormitories with 24/7 supervision and support

College Acceptance Rate: 99–100%

Thornton Academy graduates are regularly accepted to top U.S. and international universities. Notable acceptances include:

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
• Cornell University
• Brown University
• Boston University
• Johns Hopkins University
• University of Virginia
• Wellesley College, among many others from the Ivy League and U.S. Top 100.

Admissions Requirements & Application Process

• Grades offered: 6–12
• Intakes: January and September each year (Rolling Admissions)
• No English proficiency test required (optional TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo can strengthen the application)
• Online interview via Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, or WeChat
• Required documents:
  • Transcripts from the last 2–3 years
  • 3 letters of recommendation (2 from teachers, 1 personal)
  • Passport copy
  • Application fee (approx. $50)

⏱ Application review time: ~1 week after the interview and submission of all documents.

Tuition & Fees (2025–2026 Academic Year)

Additional fees for boarding students:

• Student Life Fee: $3,000
• Health Insurance: $2,400
• Incidental Account: $1,000
• Security Deposit: $500 (one-time)

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Scholarships up to 50% Available

Thornton Academy offers merit-based scholarships ranging from 10% to 50% of tuition for qualified international students.

📩 Contact our official representative in Vietnam to receive personalized support and scholarship consultation:

N&U International Education Consultants – Official Representative in Vietnam

📍 16/6 Phan Ngu Street, Dakao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
📞 +84 28 3820 9470
📧 Email: nuvn@nuvietnam.com