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Shady Side Academy Photo - Rowe Hall is the Senior School's main academic building residing at the heart of its 130 acre campus which feels like a small college. The campus also includes 2 dormitories, dedicated buildings for the visual and performing arts, an extensive athletic complex and ice rink, and in 2018 the McIlroy Center for Science and Innovation.
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Best Golf Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 160 boarding schools offering golf as an interscholastic sport, serving 76,961 students.
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Top Golf Boarding Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Admiral Farragut Academy
Admiral Farragut Academy Photo - Steeped in history, with alumni in the White House, on the surface of the moon, professional athletes, and in key leadership positions around the world, Admiral Farragut Academy is an international university preparatory school offering elite academics and outstanding global leadership development. AFA's global headquarters and international boarding school is located on the waterfront in tropical St. Petersburg, Florida.
(9)
501 Park Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33710
(727) 384-5504
Gr: 8-12 | K-12 (day) | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 17 students Acceptance rate: 68% Tuition listed
Army and Navy Academy
Army and Navy Academy Photo
(4)
2605 Carlsbad Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 762-2338
Gr: 7-12 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 73% Tuition listed
Ashbury College
Ashbury College Photo - Founded in 1891, Ashbury College is a proud international school in the heart of Canada's capital.
(4)
362 Mariposa Avenue
Ottawa, Canada K1M 0T3
(613) 749-9630
Gr: 9-12 | 4-12 (day) | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 17 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed
The Athenian School
The Athenian School Photo
(1)
2100 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd.
Danville, CA 94506
(925) 362-7223
Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day) | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Avon Old Farms School
Avon Old Farms School Photo - Nestled among Cotswold-inspired architecture on 860 acres in the Farmington Valley, Avon Old Farms stands as the leader in preparing boys to become men.
(6)
500 Old Farms Road
Avon, CT 06001
(800) 464-2866
Gr: 9-12, PG | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 45% Tuition listed
Baylor School
Baylor School Photo - Baylor School is situated on 690 acres along the Tennessee River.
(4)
171 Baylor School Road
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 267-5902
Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day) | 1,050 student Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Acceptance rate: 40% Tuition listed
The Bement School
The Bement School Photo
94 Old Main Street, PO Box 8
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-4209
Gr: 3-9 | K-9 (day) | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 45% Tuition listed
Berkshire School
Berkshire School Photo - Founded in 1907, Berkshire School is a coed college preparatory boarding and day school for 400 ninth-12th graders and post-graduates, offering a forward-thinking curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities on a 400-acre campus in Sheffield, Mass.
(17)
245 North Undermountain Road
Sheffield, MA 01257
(413) 229-1003
Gr: 9-12, PG | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 20% Tuition listed
Bishop's College School
Bishop's College School Photo - Our mission is simple: to create a caring community of learning and development where cultures connect and individuals matter. Our commitment to excellence in academics, wellness, athletics, creativity, and service contribute to a lifetime of engagement and global competence
80 chemin Moulton Hill
Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada J1M 1Z8
(819) 566-0238
Gr: 7-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Blair Academy
Blair Academy Photo
(9)
2 Park St
Blairstown, NJ 07825
(908) 362-2009
Gr: 9-12, PG | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 15% Tuition listed
Blue Ridge School
Blue Ridge School Photo - Our lake offers students a chance to relax, fish, canoe - in the center of campus.
(Episcopal)
(7)
273 Mayo Drive
St. George, VA 22935
(434) 985-2811
Gr: 9-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 9 students Acceptance rate: 49% Tuition listed
Bodwell High School
Bodwell High School Photo - Bodwell High School is located in North Vancouver, overlooking the Vancouver skyline. The modern campus boasts space for 600+ boarders and has extensive facilities throughout.
955 Harbourside Drive
North Vancouver, BC, Canada V7P 3S4
(604) 998-1000
Gr: 8-12 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Avg. class size: 20 students Acceptance rate: 95% Tuition listed
The Bolles School
7400 San Jose Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32217
(904) 256-5030
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day) | 1,756 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 34% Tuition listed
Branksome Hall
Branksome Hall Photo
10 Elm Avenue
Toronto, Canada m4w 1n4
(416) 920-9741
Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Avg. class size: 18 students Acceptance rate: 33% Tuition listed
Brentwood College School
Brentwood College School Photo - Crooks Hall, our oceanfront dining room and student services centre, is designed to be a warm, welcoming, west coast style facility, which is student friendly and environmentally responsible.For students, it is a one-stop social experience and the heart of campus where everyone can eat, relax, socialize, buy school supplies, pick up laundry, and host meetings.
(1)
2735 Mt. Baker Road
Mill Bay, BC V8H 1K8, Canada 1
(250) 743-5521
Gr: 9-12, PG | 8-12, PG (day) | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 16 students Acceptance rate: 30% Tuition listed
Brewster Academy
Brewster Academy Photo - Welcome to Wolfeboro! Brewster's lakeside location provides students with a variety of resources on and off campus. Our outdoor facilities include six athletic fields, nine tennis courts, and a boathouse which provides storage and work areas for rowing shells and "420" racing sailboats.
(10)
80 Academy Drive
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
(603) 569-7200
Gr: 9-12, PG | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed
Bridgton Academy
Bridgton Academy Photo - Our Humanities Center is one of two academic buildings on campus, and the hub for our academic administration, Focused Academic Coaching, Academic Support, and the Marcella/Sands Lecture Hall.
11 Academy Lane
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
Gr: 12-12, PG | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 70% Tuition listed
Bronte College
Bronte College Photo - Bronte College Students
(2)
88 Bronte College Court
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5B1M9
(905) 270-7788
Gr: 9-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Avg. class size: 18 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed
The Brook Hill School
The Brook Hill School Photo - The Brook Hill School. Christ-Centered. College Prep.
(Christian)
(3)
1051 N Houston
Bullard, TX 75757
(903) 894-5000
Gr: 8-12 | PK-12 (day) | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Acceptance rate: 71% Tuition listed
Brooks School
Brooks School Photo - Come visit our beautiful 251 acre campus located on the shores of Lake Cochichewick.
(Episcopal)
(10)
1160 Great Pond Road
North Andover, MA 01845
(978) 725-6272
Gr: 9-12 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 25% Tuition listed
Buffalo Seminary
Buffalo Seminary Photo - Our oldest tradition may be forward thinking but we are anchored in many other traditions too. Roses and white dresses for commencement. Our Social & Academic Honor Code. Morning Meeting to start the day. ..
205 Bidwell Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 885-6780
Gr: 9-12, PG | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed
Camden Military Academy
Camden Military Academy Photo - A proud family!
(18)
520 Hwy. 1 North
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 432-6001
Gr: 7-12, PG | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed
Canterbury School
Canterbury School Photo - At Canterbury, you will develop the skills most essential to meeting future challenges and succeeding in college. These start with critical thinking, excellence in writing, and a solid foundation in digital literacy.
(Catholic)
(1)
101 Aspetuck Avenue
New Milford, CT 06776
(860) 210-3832
Gr: 9-12, PG | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Chaminade College Preparatory School
Chaminade College Preparatory School Photo - Chaminade is located 20 minutes outside of Downtown St. Louis in the lovely, safe, green neighborhood of Creve Coeur. Our 55 acre campus is fun and lively throughout the school year and a wonderful place not only to study and play but also to become part of the family.
(Catholic)
425 South Lindbergh Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63131
(314) 692-6645
Gr: 6-12 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition listed
Chatham Hall
Chatham Hall Photo - Chatham Hall's campus was built to promote community and collaboration.
(Episcopal)
(5)
800 Chatham Hall Circle
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-5516
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
Cheshire Academy
Cheshire Academy Photo - Our 104 acre (0.42 sq km) campus is in the center of the quiet, beautiful Town of Cheshire, CT. Though just a two hour drive to both Boston and New York, Cheshire is a quiet small town where students are in walking distance of a few area shops and cafes.
(5)
10 Main Street
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 439-7250
Gr: 9-12, PG | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 45% Tuition listed
Choate Rosemary Hall
Choate Rosemary Hall Photo
(30)
333 Christian Street
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 697-2239
Gr: 9-12, PG | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 16% Tuition listed
Christ School
Christ School Photo
(Episcopal)
(1)
500 Christ School Road
Asheville, NC 28704
(828) 684-6232
Gr: 8-12 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 67% Tuition listed
Christchurch School
Christchurch School Photo - "Set your course at the river. " Established in the Episcopal tradition, Christchurch is inclusive, welcoming students and families of all faiths and backgrounds.
(Episcopal)
49 Seahorse Lane
Christchurch, VA 23031
(804) 542-6843
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 73% Tuition listed
Collège du Léman Sàrl
Collège du Léman Sàrl Photo
(1)
Route de Sauverny 74
Geneva, Switzerland 1290
41227755656
Gr: 4-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 1,900 student Tuition listed
Cranbrook Schools
Cranbrook Schools Photo
(10)
PO Box 801 39221 Woodward Ave.
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303
(248) 645-3610
Gr: 9-12 | PK-12 (day) | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 16 students Acceptance rate: 38% Tuition listed
Culver Academies
Culver Academies Photo - An aerial view of Memorial Chapel and Lake Maxinkuckee. Situated on 1,800 acres of green hills and pristine woodlands, Culver's storied campus is home to three distinct leadership-development experiences: Culver Military Academy, Culver Girls Academy, and Culver Summer Schools and Camps.
(21)
1300 Academy Road
Culver, IN 46511
(574) 842-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Acceptance rate: 49% Tuition listed
Cushing Academy
Cushing Academy Photo - Main Building
(2)
39 School Street
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-7300
Gr: 9-12, PG | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Darlington School
Darlington School Photo - Darlington's expansive curriculum includes unique offerings such as Robotics, which is supported by a MakerSpace.
(11)
1014 Cave Spring Road, SW
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-0436
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day) | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 46% Tuition listed
Deerfield Academy
Deerfield Academy Photo
(14)
7 Boyden Lane
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-1400
Gr: 9-12, PG | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 13% Tuition listed
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