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Ridgewood Academy

Greenwich, CT

Where elite athletics meet elite academics. A boarding school built for students who want both — and refuse to compromise.

School Type
Boarding
Location
Greenwich, CT
Living Style
On-Campus
Tuition Tier
Premier ($41,000+/yr)
Programs
F-1 Boarding + Post-Graduate Year
Best For
Student-athletes and post-grads seeking top-tier college placement

Why Ridgewood Academy

Post-graduate program, NCAA athletic exposure, and university counseling.

Post-Graduate Program

One of the few schools offering a structured PG year with NCAA exposure, SAT prep, and college counseling built in. An extra year that changes the trajectory.

Athletic Excellence

State championship programs in lacrosse, hockey, soccer, and swimming — plus dedicated strength and conditioning. Athletes here compete at the highest level.

Ivy-Track Counseling

Dedicated college advisors with direct relationships at Ivy League and top-25 universities. They don't just prepare applications — they open doors.

What GLA Places Students Into

Ridgewood Academy partners with Global Link Advisors on these specific placement tracks.

PG Year Placement

A structured post-graduate year for students who need an extra year of academic and athletic development before college. Includes full boarding, college counseling, and NCAA recruiting support.

NCAA Recruiting Pipeline

Coaches actively connect student-athletes with D1, D2, and D3 college programs. Students get game film, recruiting profiles, and direct introductions to college coaches.

Full Boarding Experience

On-campus residential life with weekend activities, study halls, and a tight-knit community. Students live, learn, and grow together in a supportive environment.

Academics & Curriculum

A rigorous college-prep curriculum designed for high-achieving students and athletes.

Average Class Size
12 Students
AP Courses
18 Available
IB Program
No
ESL Support
Yes — Strong Program
Graduation Rate
99%
College Placement
95% Top-50 University Placement

Strong Programs

Economics, Political Science, Advanced Mathematics, and Studio Art.

Foreign Languages

French, Spanish, Latin, and Mandarin offered at multiple proficiency levels.

ESL Support

Comprehensive ESL with academic writing workshops and TOEFL/SAT prep. International students receive structured language support alongside their college-prep coursework.

Admissions Requirements

What you need to know before applying.

English Test Required
TOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.5+
GPA Requirement
3.0+ (on 4.0 scale)
Admissions Status
Priority Jan 15 / Final Mar 15
Application Deadline
January 15 (priority) / March 15 (final)
Age Range
14–19 (Grades 9–PG)
Graduation Eligible
Yes — U.S. Diploma

Student Life & Extracurriculars

Life at Ridgewood Academy goes far beyond the classroom.

Clubs & Organizations

Model UN, Investment Club, Debate Society, Student Government, Economics Forum, Art Guild, and 25+ other student-led organizations.

Arts & Performance

Studio art facilities, music ensembles, theater productions, and gallery exhibitions. Students develop creative portfolios alongside their academic work.

Sports

Championship programs in lacrosse, hockey, soccer, swimming, tennis, basketball, and crew. Dedicated strength & conditioning center and sports medicine staff.

Location & Travel

Getting here and getting around.

City
Greenwich, CT
Region
Northeast
Nearest Airport
HPN — Westchester County
Airport Distance
~30 minutes
Climate
Four seasons
Campus Setting
Suburban Campus

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