All-girls boarding and day school in Troy, NY offering specialized learning difference programs and ADHD support for grades 9-12.
Emma Willard School is an all-girls boarding and day school in Troy, NY, offering specialized support for students with learning differences and ADHD through dedicated Learning Difference Programs. The school's small class sizes of 12 students and highly qualified faculty (98% with advanced degrees) create an environment where individualized attention and personalized learning strategies are prioritized to meet each student's unique needs.
The school provides a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with Advanced Studies courses in sciences, humanities, and mathematics, alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities including athletics, arts, and clubs. Students with learning differences benefit from structured academic support, character development programs, and access to both day and boarding options. Financial aid is available, with average grants of $25,100, and specialized support for boarding students averaging $50,599 annually.
Emma Willard welcomes students with diverse learning profiles, with a 35% acceptance rate and rolling admissions. The school's commitment to academic excellence combined with integrated accommodations makes it an ideal choice for families seeking a challenging yet supportive educational environment for their daughter with special needs.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students355
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$77,325
Fin. Aid45% receive aid
Est.1814
DeadlineFeb. 1 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1814 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $77,325 |
| Tuition Notes | Day tuition = $48,180 Financial Aid average boarding award is $50,599; average day award is $28,006 |
| Total Students | 355 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 49 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 98 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Kristen Mariotti |
| Admissions Associate | Katie Myer |
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 35 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 45 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $25,100 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| Percent of Students of Color | 38 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
Advanced Studies Art HistoryAdvanced Studies BiologyAdvanced Studies Calculus ABAdvanced Studies Calculus C with an Introduction to Multivariable CalculusAdvanced Studies ChemistryAdvanced Studies Chinese IVAdvanced Studies Comparative Government and PoliticsAdvanced Studies Computer Science ExplorationsAdvanced Studies Computer Science with JavaAdvanced Studies EntomologyAdvanced Studies French V: French Identity(ies)Advanced Studies Latin IV: Literature and EmpireAdvanced Studies Physics IAdvanced Studies Postcolonial Perspectives: Literature & TheoryAdvanced Studies Spanish V: Migration and IdentityAdvanced Studies StatisticsAdvanced Studies The Politics of EmotionAdvanced Studies United States HistoryShow More (2)Hide
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Alpine Skiing · Badminton · Basketball · Crew · Cross Country · Dance · Diving · Field Hockey · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Winter Track · Show More (1) · Hide |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Amnesty International · Debate Team · FOCUS (Christian Group) · International Club · Junior Singing Group (JSG) · Literary Magazine (The Triangle) · Math League · Mock Trial · Model UN · Pride Alliance · Robotics · School Newspaper (The Clock) · Science Olympiad · Student Council · Twelve Tones (Senior Singing Group) · Yearbook (The Gargoyle) · Arts and Music Programs: · Chamber Orchestra · Choir · Emma Artists · Inner Choir · Orchestra · Semiquavers |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) · New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.emmawillard.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1321 |
| Average ACT Score | 29 |
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