Overview

Gould is a small, co-ed, independent boarding school that is passionate about developing academically motivated students that are prepared for college and helping them to become independent-minded, ethical citizens who will lead lives of purpose, action, excellence, and compassion in a dynamic world. Our unique location nestled in the mountains of western Maine allows our students opportunities to learn beyond the classroom and enjoy a personalized, hands-on educational experience exploring the world that surrounds us. Within our inclusive community, that balances tradition with innovation, our students are encouraged to think freely and challenge themselves. We believe that where there is risk, there is reward, and our dedicated faculty and vast network of alumni provide inspiration and support to help each student thrive. At Gould, we understand that each student is unique and education is about the journey. One student at a time, we help each become the best version of themselves.
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Official information of Gould Academy in 2024 | FindingSchool

B+ Boarding
A- Matriculation
B Academics
B+ Extracurricular activities
B Community
A- Reviews
B+ Int. student mgmt

Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Co-ed
Rural
ESL: Yes
Tuition: $71,000
# of Students: 230
Teacher:Student: 1:6
International Student: 20%
AP Courses: 8
Endowment: $86,957/stu.
Faculty w/ adv. degree: 70%
SAT: 1290/1600
#141

US Boarding School

Matriculation

Ranking University/College Students
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1
#9 Northwestern University 1
LAC #5 Wellesley College 1
#28 New York University 3
#28 Tufts University 1
#34 University of Rochester 1
#36 Boston College 1
#42 Boston University 1
#47 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1
#59 Syracuse University 1
#59 University of Washington 2
#63 George Washington University 1
#63 University of Connecticut 1
#63 Worcester Polytechnic Institute 1
LAC #17 Colby College 1
#93 University of Denver 1
#99 University of Utah 2
LAC #22 Vassar College 1
#117 Rochester Institute of Technology 1
#117 University of Vermont 3
LAC #26 Colorado College 1
#136 University of New Hampshire 3
#137 University of Alabama 1
#219 University of Maine 2
LAC #45 Union College 1
LAC #50 Connecticut College 1
LAC #50 Dickinson College 1
#263 Montana State University 1
Alfred University 1
Bentley University 1
California State University: San Marcos 1
Champlain College 1
College of Charleston 1
Louisiana State University at Eunice 1
Massachusetts Maritime Academy 1
MCPHS University 1
Paul Smith's College 1
Plymouth State University 1
Savannah College of Art and Design 1
Southern Maine Community College 1
Stetson University 1
University of Redlands 1
Westminster College 2
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AP Courses

(Total 8)
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
Statistics
United States History
Physics 1
United States Government and Politics
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
Statistics
United States History
Physics 1
United States Government and Politics
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Sports

(Total 16)
Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrain
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Mountain Biking
Skateboarding
Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrain
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Mountain Biking
Skateboarding
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Strength and Conditioning
Telemark Skiing
Tennis
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Arts

(Total 2)
Band
Chorus
Band
Chorus

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(Total 1)
Polar Bear Club
Polar Bear Club

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Basic Info

Year Founded: 1836
Campus Size: 456 acres
Boarding Rate: 65%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 02/01
Pre Interview: Updating
School Code:
TOEFL: 8090
SSAT: 3460

TOEFL

SSAT

Brief Reviews

(Total 21)
4.4/ 5

Detailed Reviews

(Total 6)
4.5 / 5 Overall
4.1 / 5 Academics
4.3 / 5 Campus
3.8 / 5 Student Life
4.5 / 5 Athletic&Art
4.2 / 5 Transportation

Q&A

(Total 65)

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Frequently Ask Questions about Gould Academy

01.
Tell me a bit about Gould Academy.
Gould Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in Boston, Maine, US. It was founded 1836, and currently has about 230 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.gouldacademy.org.
02.
Does Gould Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Gould Academy is offering 8 AP courses.

In recent years, 72 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Gould Academy also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
03.
Where do Gould Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.5% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 4.69% 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.
04.
What is the application requirement for Gould Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Gould Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, standard test (like TOEFL and SSAT), and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
05.
What is the latest tuition for Gould Academy’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Gould Academy in 2024 is $71,000 , 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 admissions@gouldacademy.org .
06.
Where is Gould Academy located?
Gould Academy is located in the State of Maine of USA. The closest major city is Boston, which is about 142 miles away from school. Most families can choose Logan International Airport to travel in and out of school.
07.
How popular is Gould Academy on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Gould Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 92 for all US schools.

Also Gould Academy has been favorited by 293 users.
08.
How to start with an application with Gould Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Gould Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Gould Academy’s official site: https://www.gouldacademy.org or call them at 207-824-7777.
09.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Gould Academy?
Yes, here are few: Bridgton Academy, Hebron Academy and Fryeburg Academy.

The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
10.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Gould Academy?
The overall rating for Gould Academy is B+.

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