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Founded 1910

Cate School

The Cate School, established in 1910 by Curtis Wolsey Cate, is a four-year, coeducational, college-preparatory boarding school in Carpinteria, California, United States

Carpinteria, CA Co-ed 9-12 Boarding/Day

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Location

1960 Cate Mesa Road, Carpinteria, CA

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About Cate School

The Cate School, established in 1910 by Curtis Wolsey Cate, is a four-year, coeducational, college-preparatory boarding school in Carpinteria, California, United States.

116+ years of legacy
Established 1910.
Financial aid available
Financial Aid Recipients: 30%, Merit Scholarships?: no
Campus size
150 acres
Enrollment
270 total · 220 boarders + 50 day

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Programs

Academics

Programs

  • IB Program
  • AP Courses
  • Summer School

AP Courses

  • 19 AP courses

Clubs

  • International Club
  • Gay-Straight Alliance
  • Coffee House
  • Black Student Union (BSU)
  • Mock Trial
  • the Pirate Club (ARRR)
  • the Fencing Club
  • the Martial Arts Club
  • Blue Crew
  • and the Film Society

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Admissions

Application Deadline
January 15
Acceptance Rate
14%
SSAT Required
Yes
Interview Required
No

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Financial Aid

Financial Aid Recipients: 30%, Merit Scholarships?: no

Beyond the Classroom

Student Life