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Boarding
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Living at Principia
Boarding at Principia provides 24/7 opportunities to discover, challenge, and develop yourself. That’s why nearly 150 students from all over the United States—and the world—choose to learn and live on campus each year. More than 50 percent of Upper School students are boarders, as well as 25 percent of seventh and eighth graders.
All four of our dorms—one apiece for boys and girls in Middle and Upper School—are safe, secure, and welcoming homes where houseparents cherish, value, and support every student. In these dorm families, boarders live, learn, and grow together, forming lifetime friendships and learning lifelong lessons.
Parent Perspectives
Expanding Our Sense of Family
Tony Veidelis shares how he and his wife learned to let go and gain an expanded understanding of family.
A Family of Brothers
Kelly and Tim McCutcheon share how the boarding experience has blessed their son with opportunities to grow and cherish brotherhood.
A Day in the Life
Life in the dorms is filled with fun and activity—and quiet times, too. School, sports, social activities, spiritual time, and dorm outings make for busy, happy days. Get a glimpse of what life as a boarder looks like.
Next Steps
Get in Touch
We’d love to get to know you, share what makes Principia and our boarding program so special, and answer your questions.
Learn How Affordable
We Are
Don’t let finances stop you from considering Principia. Generous financial aid makes us more affordable than you might think.
Apply for Fall 2017
It's not too late to apply and be here for the start of school. Financial aid is still available, too.
