Be You. Become Who You Want to Be.
Investing in a private school education is one of the most important decisions you can make. So is determining the place you want to call home. At Kimball Union Academy, you’ll find a transformational education that puts you at the heart of the experience.
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KUA Design
On the foundation of positive relationships, KUA leverages the science of how the brain works and learns to create intentionally designed experiences and challenges so that all students feel motivated, engaged, and supported.
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Admission
Get started on your journey to KUA by inquiring with the Office of Admission or registering for an admission event. We’re here to help guide you every step of the way.
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Athletics
We offer a competitive and engaging athletic and recreational program for student athletes looking to progress in their sport. Our coaches provide incredible instruction for developing student-athletes, at every skill level.Play for KUA
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Scrib Fauver P'10 '12
“Learning is a social endeavor, not a one-size-fits-all delivery system. My learning journey and my students’ learning journeys are not separate. We’re all in this together.”World Languages Department Chair
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Vanessa ’20
“KUA showed me the path to braveness. With the help of faculty members and students, they made me become someone I'm proud of. l have never seen people with so much love like the ones at KUA.”Zimbabwe
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Cory McClure P'24 '25
“I want players to care about grades, not just basketball. They need to be good community members who are leaning in.”Boys Varsity Basketball Coach
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Peili '21
“The arts program helped strengthen my skills and helped me find a way to express myself and my interests in an individual but still guided process.”Lyme, NH
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Jesse Mathers, PhD
“We are blessed with amazing resources on campus and in the local area. At KUA, explorations are part of every student’s experience, either in the lab or outside at the pond.”Academic Dean
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Lukasz '21
"I've found theater to be one of the most diverse and close communities on campus."Meriden, NH
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Seb '22
“I love it here. I’ve never loved the city so much as when I’ve lived here, because now I have the best of both worlds. For people who haven’t visited the Upper Valley, it’s special. I want to soak this place up.”New York City
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Tong Meltzer
“The nature of our work in boarding school is that we have built-in skills of knowing how to talk to kids in a relatable way. Many adults are really invested in students’ lives beyond just the classroom interactions.”Director of Wellness and Counseling Services
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“I’ve gotten more comfortable with using my voice and talking to people and that’s part of KUA’s continuous push forward.”Annelise '23
Happening Around Campus
List of 3 news stories.
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Dr. Sharon Saline Presents: Essential Tools for Treating ADHD, Mental Health & More
In a Family Weekend workshop on Friday, October 13, Dr. Saline will offer rare insights into how kids honestly think and feel about having ADHD, and how you can better meet the challenges of living and/or working with them.Read More -
Why an Admission Open House Should Be on Your Agenda
For anyone considering boarding school, the application process is an opportunity for an unforgettable and rewarding experience for both students and adults. Visiting schools, as either a boarding or day student, can offer a sense of purpose for students and helps motivate them to achieve their goals while looking to the future.Read More -
Welcome Home: New Faces at KUA
As the start of the academic year approaches, Kimball Union Academy is thrilled to welcome a host of new faculty to The Hilltop, all of whom will serve as teachers, advisors, coaches, and mentors to a robust community of learners.Read More
List of 5 events.
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Alumni DEI and Affinity Group Zoom Call
7:00pm
Zoom CallAs part of KUA’s ongoing commitment to fulfilling its mission to create a deep sense of belonging for every community member, we invite our alumni to hear from Matthew Williams, the Academy’s first Dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Matthew will share insights into his role as well as the work that KUA is doing around DEI on campus with our alumni. We will offer time for Q&A with Matthew as well as introduce our new alumni affinity group program for BIPOC, APIDA, LGBTQ+ community members.
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KUA Day at Dartmouth Football
KUA is a proud sponsor of our neighbor, Dartmouth Athletics, and we invite you and your family to join the KUA community for the Dartmouth-Yale Football game.Read More -
Family Weekend
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Family Weekend 2023! Find out more on our Family Weekend page.Contact: Office of Advancement -
Family Weekend
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Family Weekend 2023! Find out more on our Family Weekend page.Contact: Office of Advancement -
Coffee House
7 pm Hayes
