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Boarding school

Boarding school in America

Want to take your sport to the next level at a young age, while also being challenged academically? Slamstox partners with leading boarding schools in America, where you can live, study and play sports on one campus. This offers a unique opportunity for student-athletes between the ages of 14 and 19 to combine their passion for sports with study in an international environment, preparing for a future scholarship at an American university.

What is a Boarding School?

A boarding school is a high school with a campus where students live independently. In addition to strong academic programs, boarding schools provide the ideal environment for athletic development. Students live, study and play sports in the same place, which provides a great combination in an international setting.

boarding schools: sneak peek

Bridgton, Maine

Bridgton Academy

150 students

Post Grad Year

Known for the ultimate post-grad year, designed to get the most out of your sport in 1 year and earn a scholarship to a university.

Deerfield, Massachusetts

Deerfield academy

650 students

Grades 9-12

One of the best high schools in America where students come together to make the most of their academic careers.

Tilton, New Hampshire

Tilton School

200 students

Grades 9-12 and Post Grad

Perfect combination of sports, studies and social development on a vibrant and international campus. Also very suitable for a gap year.

Easthampton, Massachusetts

williston northampton school

550 students

Grades 7-12 and Post Grad

Highly personalized coaching on a beautiful campus combined with top coaching in 20 different sports.

The benefits of Boarding School

Boarding school offers several important advantages;

The beautiful campuses and excellent sports facilities are often among the best in America.

Athletically, academically and personally, you will be supported by experienced coaches and mentors.

Develop yourself socially and culturally in a diverse, international environment.

Outside of study and sports, trips and other activities are organized regularly.

Anyone can enter, regardless of their sports level, thanks to the presence of multiple teams per school.

Why choose a Boarding School?

Many student-athletes choose boarding school to get a head start on their athletic and academic careers. You can get used to American life, train at a high level and significantly increase your chances for a college scholarship.

High School

Finish high school at a boarding school in America.

Gap Year

Take a gap year for a year of experience in sports and studies.

Post Grad Year

After you graduate, you focus a year on improving your athletic performance and academic grades without affecting your eligibility for college.

Top facilities

The beautiful campuses and excellent sports facilities are often among the best in America.

personal guidance

Athletically, academically and personally, you will be supported by experienced coaches and mentors.

international community

Develop yourself socially and culturally in a diverse, international environment.

fun activities

Outside of study and sports, trips and other activities are organized regularly.

AGE 14 to 19

As early as age 14, you can begin your adventure at a boarding school.

Sport Level

Anyone can enter, regardless of their sports level, thanks to the presence of multiple teams per school.

What are your options after boarding school?

Boarding school can be seen as an investment in your future scholarship. Many students go on to American universities after boarding school, with improved athletic performance and academic results. Coaches of college teams regularly visit to scout athletes, and boarding schools often host showcases for their students.

Boarding schools are of particular interest to:

  • Student-athletes who want to progress faster in their sport.
  • Athletes who want to experience campus life at a younger age.
  • Those who want to increase their chances for a major college scholarship through additional athletic training and academic preparation.
  • Suitable for students from any school level.
  • Placement based on grades and an English test (Slamstox assists with this).
  • Boarding schools offer IB (International Baccalaureate) and AP (Advanced Placement) programs, which give access to universities worldwide and can earn college credits in advance of your college.

Boarding schools offer different types of scholarships and discounts:

  • Sports Scholarship: Based on your athletic level.
  • Academic Scholarship: Based on your academic performance.
  • Financial Aid: A scholarship based on a financial analysis of your parents’ income and assets.

Financial Aid explained:
Boarding schools do a thorough financial analysis to determine a custom price based on the family’s ability to pay. This can provide substantial discounts on the cost of tuition.

How does Slamstox help me?

As with the college process, Slamstox guides you through the entire boarding school process. We help you find the school that fits your athletic and academic goals, liaise with coaches, and make sure everything runs smoothly.

It is also possible to visit the boarding schools before making a final choice.

Interested? Get in touch with Slamstox!

Are you curious about boarding school options in America? Slamstox is ready to guide you through the entire process. Contact us for a free meeting to discuss your future plans!