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Leelanau School
Leelanau at a Glance
The Leelanau School is a 9-12 grade coeducational college preparatory boarding and day school focused on attracting average to above average students interested in pursuing one of three areas of specialization:

College Preparatory Program

College Preparatory Program with specialization in Environmental Studies (Life Sciences, Ecology and Physical Sciences)

College Preparatory Program with specialization in Writing

Leelanau is situated in the heart of the 73,000-acre Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on the shores of Lake Michigan and the banks of the Crystal River. This spectacular setting is integrated into all aspects of our curriculum and personal development.

Leelanau prides itself on a 10:1 student teacher ratio where individualized attention is guaranteed. We recognize that students learn in various manners, whether by verbal, written, or hands-on approaches. In addition to our small classes, the majority of our faculty live on campus. If a student needs assistance with homework or a project, tutorials are available five nights per week.

Quick Facts about Leelanau:
The Leelanau School was founded in 1929 and is:

-located on the shores of Lake Michigan in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

-coeducational and nondenominational

-focused on attracting average to above average students with an interest in the sciences and/or writing

-proud of its 10:1 student to teacher ratio

-recognized for having 100% college placement

-charging tuition of $25,015 for boarding students; $18,715 for 5-day boarding students and $13,125 for day students

-pleased to provide financial assistance and Beals scholarships to qualified applicants

-proud of its outstanding faculty

-located on 42 acres with 13 year-round and 9 seasonal buildings

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This page last updated on 7/13/2006.
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