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Subiaco Academy

Tel: (479) 934-1000 Ext. 1034
405 North Subiaco Avenue
Subiaco, AR 72865
Subiaco Academy is a Benedictine, Catholic college preparatory boarding and day school for young men in grades 7-12.
Subiaco is located in the Arkansas River valley just 45 miles east of Fort Smith.
We offer 100% college placement and an average class size of 15 and a 10/1 Teacher /Student ratio.
We also offer 13 AP courses.   Subiaco offers 9 major athletic teams that compete with the public schools and phenomenal visual arts, drama, and instrumental music programs.
Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping.  Our students hale from 15 states and 9 countries.
Your son will have the opportunity to develop character, faith, and brotherhood as he attends Subiaco Academy.  Come join us at Subiaco Academy!.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students): $33,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $9,200
  • Acceptance rate: 67%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Subiaco Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Test Scores

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
Subiaco Academy
ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
7-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Supports (LD)
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1887
1907
Campus Size
1600 acres
125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
150 students
314 students
% Students of Color
42%
27%
% International Students
8%
20%
% Students ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø
55%
70%
Average SAT Score
1420
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki slacks and polo shirt
Casual
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
21
18
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size
$9 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
$33,000
$66,200
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$9,200
$35,600
Tuition international students
$33,000
$57,500
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø)
$27,800
$49,400
% Students on Financial Aid
42%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$14,500
(Aid awarded based on family need.)
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts
No
Acceptance Rate
67%
60%
Director of Admissions
Kinzer Matjazic

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
21
18
Courses
Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Comparative Government and Politics, Composition I, Composition II, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, European History, Macro and Micro Economics, Physics, Statistics, U.S. History

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
10
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Art Club, CASA Club (Cultural Awareness of Subiaco Academy), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl, Science Club, Senior Leaders, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Jazz Band

Recreational Athletic Programs:
ESports Team

College Matriculation

Year: 2007 - 2014
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
University of Arkansas-Fayetteville
37
Arkansas Tech Univeristy-Russellville
22
University of Central Arkansas-Conway
14
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
12
Lyon College (AR)
11
Penn State University
8
University of Dallas
6
Benedictine College, Univ of Illinois-Urbana Champaign, Hendrix College (AR), Univ of the Ozarks (AR
5
Military Academies, Louisiana Tech University, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, Texas Tech Unive
4
Purdue, Notre Dame, St. Johns University, University of Indiana-Bloomington, Univ of North Texas
3

School Notes

  • Subiaco Academy, a Catholic boarding/day school, is dedicated to providing young men with the opportunity for a college preparatory education in a stable and structured environment nourished by Christian values. The Subiaco experience also provides the opportunity to create a sense of community, which is a reflection of Catholic Benedictine traditions of service to God, respect for self and others, mutual support and the value of work.
  • U.S. boarding tuition is $28,000. The rate is $36,080 for international boarding students.
  • Safe, natural outdoor environment
  • Multiple opportunities for each student
  • Academics
  • Arts
  • Music
  • Athletics
  • Spiritual education for the Catholic and non-Catholic alike.
  • Subiaco Academy accreditations: ANSAA (Arkansas Nonpublic Schools Accrediting Association
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Henry Wheeler - Harvard, Harvard Professor, Author
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Subiaco Academy cost?
Subiaco Academy's tuition is approximately $33,000 for boarding students and $9,200 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Subiaco Academy?
The acceptance rate of Subiaco Academy is 67%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
Who are famous alumni from Subiaco Academy?
Subiaco Academy famous alumni include: Henry Wheeler.
What sports does Subiaco Academy offer?
Subiaco Academy offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Esports, Football, Golf, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Winter Track and Wrestling.
What is Subiaco Academy's ranking?
Subiaco Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for Subiaco Academy?
The application deadline for Subiaco Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Alumni Reviews Review School

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Description

Class of 1990
5.00
University of Central Arkansas
There is no place in the world quite like Subiaco Academy and there is no experience in the world like the Subiaco Academy experience. It has changed and evolved substantially since I started there. . .

Class of 1980
5.00
Dallas College
2022-2023 will be my 3rd year at Subiaco Academy. I am a senior. Subiaco is an awesome school where students develop character, faith, and Brotherhood. It is a. . .

Class of 1980
5.00
West Point, US Military Academy
When I attended West Point, I found that I was extremely well prepared for the rigorous academics and athletics found there. Graduating high in my class, I credit Subiaco's academic and athletic programs for preparing. . .
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  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students): $33,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $9,200
  • Acceptance rate: 67%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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