Welcome To
Kimball Union Academy

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.
  • KUA Design 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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  • Opening of School Opening of School
    New and returning students and families, find all the information you need to prepare for the upcoming academic year.
     
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  • Athletics 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.
     
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Happening Around Campus

List of 4 news stories.

  • Bleyton Hopps-Thompson ’25 is one of four current and former KUA lacrosse players who will compete in next month's Men's U20 World Championships.

    Athletes to Play in World Lacrosse Men's U20 Championship

    When the 2025 World Lacrosse Men’s U20 Championship kick off Aug. 15 in Seogwipo, South Korea, two members of Kimball Union Academy’s varsity boys’ lacrosse team — and two recent graduates — will be representing both their high school and respective nations.
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  • Sebastian Keen '25 credits the COVID-19 pandemic for redefining his love for the drums.

    Graduate Finds His Rhythm During COVID

    The COVID-19 pandemic introduced a lot of people to new hobbies, but for Sebastian Keen ’25 it turned a mere hobby in percussion into a career path.
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  • 2025 KUA Awards Recognize Student Achievements

    This year, students were recognized for their outstanding contributions to Kimball Union Academy during the 2025 Awards Ceremony and Commencement Exercises.
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  • Members of the Class of 2025 celebrate during KUA's 209th Commencement ceremony.

    KUA Celebrates Graduating Class of 2025

    Kimball Union Academy held its 209th Commencement on Saturday, May 24, awarding degrees to the 106 graduating seniors of the Class of 2025.
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List of 5 events.

  • Jul
    22

    KUA Summer Book Club Zoom 1

    KUA's Summer Book club will meet via Zoom to discuss The Disengaged Teen by Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop. 
    Contact: Kim Davies
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  • Aug
    7

    KUA Summer Reception - Kennebunk

    Join Head of School Tyler Lewis and members of the KUA community for a special evening hosted by Caroline and Hans Olsen ’81 in Kennebunk, Maine!
    Contact: Megan Dodge
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  • Aug
    7

    KUA Summer Book Club Zoom 2

    KUA's Summer Book club will meet via Zoom to discuss The Disengaged Teen by Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop.
    Contact: Kim Davies
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  • Aug
    24

    Varsity Fall Pre-Season

    Pre-season for returning student-athletes in Girls Varsity Soccer, Boys Varsity Soccer, and Field Hockey
  • Aug
    28

    Student Leaders Arrive

KUA by the Numbers

  • 10

    Students in an average class keeps courses small and engaging.

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    Miles to Lebanon Airport with flights to Boston and NYC.

  • 12

    Miles to Dartmouth College where students regularly visit for academic, cultural, and athletic experiences.

  • 40,000

    Square-foot indoor, heated turf field means year-round fun and games.

  • 6:1

    Student-faculty ratio gives everyone a chance to form meaningful relationships.

  • 78%

    Of full-time teaching faculty hold an advanced degree but all are lifelong learners.

  • 130

    Unique course offerings encourage students to try something new.

  • 1300

    Acre campus gives us room to explore and space to breathe.

  • 1813

    Year founded, making it one of the nation's oldest boarding schools.

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    AP courses challenge students in multiple subjects.

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    Interscholastic sports offer students a chance to play at every skill level.

  • 24

    U.S. states represented offers new friends from far and near.

  • 25

    Countries represented among our awesome, global student body.

  • 340

    Unique and kind students live and learn at KUA.

  • 76

    Percent of students board and our day students are "boarders who sleep at home."

  • 13

    Miles of mountain biking and Nordic ski trails for year-round adventure.

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    Sheep on the KUA farm who lend their wool to snuggly mittens.
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Meriden NH, 03770
phone: (603) 469-2000
info@kua.org