Lee Academy

Lee Academy is a private, co-educational boarding school located in scenic and safe Lee, Maine, USA with 270 total students, 75 are boarders. Lee Academy was established in 1845 and we have a long history of being a day and boarding school for students from around the world. We have classes for 9-12 grades and postgraduate studies (ages 14-19). We currently have students from 12 countries around the world and 10 states in the US. Our boarders stay in one of four newly renovated housing facilities on campus. Our students take classes preparing them for university, along with classes helping with SAT and TOEFL preparation. Our curriculum emphasizes math, writing, problem solving and personal development. We have small classes, 10 AP courses, and the Academic Learning Lab that is designed to meet individual student needs and ensure personal attention. We offer many activities and athletic opportunities for our students.

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Academic and Sport Facilities

Main Academy Building, Dingley Science Building, Alumni Building, 2 gymnasiums, cross country trail, two soccer fields, baseball and softball fields.

Dormitories and School Residences

One large boys dormitory, one small boys dormitory, two small girls homes – all are equipped with wireless internet, TV rooms, and laundry facilities

Student Population

Boys and girls

Grades

9-12 and post graduate

Number of students in the school

240 students (60 international)

Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15

ESL Programs

Yes

Colleges and Universities attended by Lee Academy students

• Arizona State University, Binghamton University, Boston University, Bryant College, Butler University, California State University, Central Connecticut, College of New Rochelle, College of Charleston, College for Creative Studies, Elmira College, Fisher College, Golden West Junior College, Grove City College, Husson College, Indiana University, Institute of American Indian Arts, Johnson & Wales University, LaSalle University, Lasell College, Lehigh University, Maine Maritime Academy, Michigan State University, Mount Ida College, Newbury College, New England College, Northeastern University, Ohio State University, Parsons School of Design, Penn State university, Purdue University, Pratt Institute, Quincy College, Rhode Island School of Design, Richland College, Roger Williams, San Jose State University, Siena College, Sierra College, Southern Methodist University, St. Joseph’s College, Stony Brook University, Syracuse University, Temple University, Thomas College, Unity College, University of Maine, University at Albany, University of Arizona, University of Central Florida, University of Dayton, University of Illinois, University of Massachusetts, University of Las Vegas, University of New Hampshire, United States Naval Academy, University of Southern Maine, University of Toledo, University of Washington, University of Wisconsin, Washington State University, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Starting Dates

Open enrollment, fall semester begins August 26th, but students are asked to arrive August 22-24th for orientation

Tuition Fees

$26,000

Other Services Offered

• Airport greeting service
• Airport transfer service
• Orientation service
• Assistance in acquiring books & materials
• Help with holiday accommodation and travel services
• Academic progress reports

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Extracurricular Activities

Sports are soccer, cross country, golf, indoor track, basketball, cheerleading, skiing, baseball, softball, tennis. Several clubs are also available and include jazz band, chorus, civil rights team, community service club, peer counselors, drama club, student magazine, French club. Yearbook and Student Council.

Excursions include trips to Canada and major US cities regularly, as well as hiking, canoeing, kayaking and other day and overnight trips.

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Contact Info

Closest international and local airport

• Bangor International Airport (45 minutes away)
• Portland International Airport (2.5 hours away)
• Boston Logan International Airport (4 hours away)