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EF International Academy24741<br />

Head of School<br />

Brian Mahoney<br />

Diploma coordinator<br />

Claudia Trew<br />

Status Private<br />

Boarding/day Mixed<br />

Gender Coeducational<br />

Language of instruction<br />

English<br />

Authorised programmes<br />

Diploma<br />

Age Range 13 - 18<br />

Number of pupils enrolled 400<br />

EF International Academy is part of EF Education First, the<br />

world leader in international education. With over 45 years of<br />

experience, EF has helped more than four million students<br />

realize their dream of studying abroad.<br />

The School<br />

Set on a gorgeous 25-acre wooded campus near the banks of<br />

the Hudson River, the school offers the best of both worlds;<br />

proximity to New York City (only 40 minutes by train to<br />

Manhattan) and a safe, peaceful place to live and study. The<br />

campus itself is fully-equipped with indoor swimming pool,<br />

three theaters, a fitness centre, extensive sports grounds, art<br />

studios, wireless internet, library, dining area and lounge. The<br />

school has a truly international atmosphere, with students<br />

from over 40 different countries living and studying alongside<br />

each other.<br />

Academics<br />

Education at EF is highly personal and a range of<br />

internationally renowned programs are offered to meet the<br />

individual needs of each student; including <strong>IB</strong>, North<br />

American High School grades 9-10, as well as the High School<br />

Preparation program. Intensive English language courses are<br />

also available.<br />

University Placements<br />

The EF International Academy class of 2011 is on course for<br />

another year of success. Not only have the majority of our<br />

352<br />

Fees<br />

<strong>IB</strong> $38,400<br />

Grades 9 &10 $35,700<br />

Address<br />

100 Marymount Avenue<br />

Tarrytown<br />

ny 10591-3796 | usa<br />

tel +1 914 597 7241<br />

fax +1 914 332 5878<br />

Email<br />

admissionsia@ef.com<br />

Website<br />

www.ef.com/academy<br />

students been accepted into top ranked universities such as<br />

UCLA, they have also been admitted to premier business<br />

schools such as the University of Virginia (5), engineering<br />

schools such as Renneselear Polytechnic (11) and arts schools<br />

such as Pratt Institute (8).<br />

Pastoral Care<br />

Personal tutors provide one-to-one individualized support<br />

and guidance. Each student is assigned a personal tutor<br />

whose role is to monitor the student’s academic progress,<br />

university applications and general welfare. Students are<br />

encouraged to nurture their talents and develop new skills and<br />

confidence.<br />

Scholarships<br />

Scholarships will be awarded to highly talented and<br />

ambitious students who can make a positive contribution to<br />

the school community. Two students are awarded Founder’s<br />

scholarships, which will cover 50% of the total fees. Many<br />

other general scholarships are also available for students who<br />

demonstrate overall excellence.<br />

Residential Life<br />

Students live in comfortable, on-campus dormitory<br />

accommodation. House parents and teachers provide support<br />

and mentorship around the clock, and ensure a safe home<br />

away from home for all students.

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