The Frederick Gunn School

Washington, Connecticut · Day and boarding · Co-ed · Grades 9–12, PG

The Frederick Gunn School is a coeducational boarding and day school in Washington, Connecticut, about 90 miles from New York City, serving grades 9–12 and a postgraduate year. Frederick Gunn, an abolitionist, founded it in 1850 and admitted boys and girls from the start; its first international students arrived from China in 1872. The school lists more than 340 students, 77% of them boarders, from 25 states and 22 countries; about 20% are international. It offers more than 150 courses, including over 40 AP and honors classes, with an average class size of 12. For 2026–27, boarding tuition is $83,000 and day tuition $58,800. Binding Early Decision closes December 1, 2026; Regular Decision closes January 15, 2027. Applicants whose first language is not English need at least TOEFL 100, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 130.

• Founded in 1850 by abolitionist Frederick Gunn; coeducational from the start
• About 340 students, 77% boarding, from 25 states and 22 countries
• 150+ courses including 40+ AP and honors classes; average class size 12
• Binding Early Decision (December 1) and Regular Decision (January 15) rounds
• Published minimum English scores: TOEFL 100, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 130