Admission

Why Kimball Union

Be You. Become Who You Want to Be.

Investing in a private boarding 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.

Your time here begins in a safe environment where you can be yourself. By feeling an immediate sense of belonging, you’ll find time to explore who you want to become as a learner and as a human being, and we’ll support you every step along the way. It all happens in New Hampshire's scenic Upper Valley, an area that pairs the natural New England environment with a robust cultural center. Some describe our home on the Hilltop as magical. You might find a bit of magic here yourself.

If you’re entering grades 9 through 12 or a post-graduate year and considering an independent school as a boarding or day student, schedule a visit or attend an event to learn more. We can’t wait to meet you.

KUA By the Numbers

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Students in Average Class
130

Unique Course Offerings
1300

Acre Campus
1813

Year Founded
19

AP Courses
21

Interscholastic Sports
23

States Represented
24

Countries Represented
340

Number of Students
76

Percentage Boarding
13

Miles of Mountain Biking and Nordic Ski Trails
6

Sheep on the KUA Farm

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In Their Own Words

Current students share their experiences, favorite activities, and what they love most about the school, as well as offer advice to incoming students.

Misora ’23, Tokyo, Japan

"KUA allows me to pursue my passions and encourages my love for learning. Here, I feel the warm embrace of a supportive community that creates an environment in which I feel confident to take on any endeavors."
Brynn ’25, Westport, CT

"I love the people at KUA, who make up this beautiful community we have here. The people here really make the place, and have made it a second home for me. I have grown close with so many people, friends who I know I will have for the rest of my life, teachers who I will stay in touch with despite having graduated. I love the people here more than anything."
Tinashe ’23, White River Junction, VT

"Do things outside your comfort zone. Those are the things that are going to shape you into who you are."
Elliot ’26, Claremont, NH

"One piece of advice I would share with a new student is to give things time to even out. It's a really big transition to make and is so scary at first. Give yourself time to get the hang of it, and things will turn out just fine."
Cale ’26, Dunbarton, NH

"What I love about KUA is meeting new people. I was surprised about how much the teachers really make time to be with you. My advice is to come in with an open mind and don’t be nervous because people will be there for you."
Annelise ’23, Goshen, NY

"You are backed by a supportive community who will listen to you, no matter your endeavors. Go out and try the things you never thought of doing. Now is the time to explore."
Tyler ’23, Plainfield, NH

"I was surprised by the amount of people from different backgrounds and how I now seem to have friends in nearly every country."