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North Cross School is a co-educational college preparatory school from Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 located in Roanoke, Virginia, a city nestled in a valley among the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The North Cross experience combines the following elements to prepare students for success in the classroom and beyond: • Excellent instruction in small classes (8:1 student-to-teacher ratio and an average class size of 13 students in the Upper School; • Co-Curricular programs including championship athletic teams, student interest groups and competitive clubs; • The Horace G. Fralin Program for Global Studies, which offers its students travel opportunities and a global perspective in learning; • STEM Distinction with specific requirements and a senior capstone project; • Fine Arts Distinction with specific requirements and a senior capstone project; • Frequent public speaking requirements from class participation, oral presentations to our long-standing senior speech tradition (a 20-minute research presentation to the student body); • And, requirements in the arts, world languages, community service and physical education. 
* Top-50 determined by the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. Bold indicates colleges to which North Cross graduates matriculated.
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Eleven state championships in ten years!
ADVANCED PLACEMENT CLASSES
Enrollment in AP courses is limited to three per year and subject to departmental recommendation. Thirty-seven North Cross students were named National AP Scholars in 2019.
The Roanoke Valley enjoys a four-season, mild climate, situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, located 250 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., and 196 miles north of Charlotte, North Carolina. Students enjoy nearby airport and rail access to popular U.S. cities and destinations.
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PROGRAMS OFFERED
In addition to the North Cross four-year, high school diploma, international students can choose to attend the summer program at North Cross for an immersive two- or three-week academic camp that combines college-style classes with area college tours, visits to local attractions and outdoor activities.
Students at international locations may also choose to do an exchange year at North Cross to prepare for the rigors of an American college environment. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
• A command of the English language—both oral and written
• Testing and interview (Interviews can be completed online.) • Completed online application • TOEFL examination scores • Transcripts for the two most recent years of school • Two teacher recommendation letters (English & Math) • Once a student is engaged in the admission process, they may apply for Tailored Tuition. |
TUITION & FEES
The tuition for North Cross is $17,540 for eighth grade, and $19,340 for ninth through twelfth grade. Boarding students pay an additional $21,000 that includes room and board. Families should also plan for fees that cover on-campus costs, such as breakfasts and lunches, transportation, books, and testing (approx. $3,000 per year).
Financial aid is available for international applicants. Aid is offered through our Tailored Tuition program. The program discounts tuition based on the family’s financial portfolio and ability to pay. This year, over 25% of our families qualified for a Tailored Tuition. An applicant must be in an active application to the school before applying for Tailored Tuition. BOARDING
The newly renovated Boxley Building is home to North Cross’s monitored and secured dormitory. Students live on single-sex floors in suites accommodating three people each with a common work/social area, a separate bedroom, and an en-suite bathroom. Students can relax in the dining room while the chef prepares dinner or a weekend brunch, or in the main floor lobby area complete with gaming systems, ping-pong table, and comfortable sofas.
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THE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
North Cross is currently in the final phases of a $15 million capital campaign that has transformed the campus. The new campus now features
• a completely renovated and expanded Upper School and theater and art gallery; • a new library and student center; • and, pedestrian minded outdoor areas that connect all areas of the campus. The Upper School construction is slated to be completed in time for the North Cross's September 8 opening in Fall 2020. The school is excited to offer the same level of facilities as its academic programs. 
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AGENT RELATIONS
Agents who secure students for admission at North Cross are qualified to receive a commission. Inquire for rates.
North Cross School 4254 Colonial Avenue Roanoke, Virginia, USA 24015
+1 540-989-6641 www.northcross.org |