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Keio Academy of New York

United States, New York

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Japanese
Fees $47,700 - 62,450
Ages 14 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 298
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1990
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum
Taught languages Japanese, English, Spanish, Mandarin
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages High School
Introduction

Keio Academy of New York is a co-educational boarding and day secondary school located on a 27-acre campus in Purchase, New York (3 College Road). The curriculum integrates American and Japanese systems and is delivered mainly in English; Japanese study is compulsory for all students and supplementary ESL and JSL courses are offered. The school serves Grades 9–12 (ages on file: 14–18) and requires multi-year study in core subjects (English, Japanese, mathematics, social studies and science). Campus facilities include a main classroom building with a library holding Japanese and English collections, a dining hall (Matsushita Hall), multiple boarding houses organised into six “Houses” (K, E, I, O, N and Y), athletic facilities including a gym and turf field, a Health Center, a Japanese culture room, and the Speakers' Hall (opened 2017) with auditorium and music/dance rooms. The programme emphasises tricultural education—American, Japanese and Keio traditions—with a focus on debate, public speaking, citizenship and house-based pastoral and leadership programmes.

3 College Rd, Purchase, NY 10577, United States

The Essentials

Keio Academy of New York has 298 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Japanese.

Location
Keio Academy of New York is located at 3 College Road, Purchase, NY 10577, USA. It is in Purchase, Westchester County, about one hour from John F. Kennedy International Airport by car. The closest Metro-North stations are Rye (New Haven Line) and White Plains (Harlem Line), with taxi service from these stations to the campus. Local taxi services include Splendid Taxi, Intrepid Taxi Corp, White Plains Taxi, Central Taxi, and Harrison Taxi.

Stages
Grades 9–12

Type
private, co-educational, independent secondary school

Pupil Nationality Mix
30 countries represented.

Country affiliation
Japan (affiliated with Keio University)

School day structure
Boarding and commuting arrangements with a Monday–Friday timetable. Boarders live on campus; commuters travel by school bus or private vehicle. The daily schedule comprises 12 class periods from roughly 8:30 a.m. to about 5:50 p.m., with after-school activities and two hours of study time for boarders.

Bus service
New York State District Bus Service is available for commuting students within a 15-mile radius; buses stop at three or four districts and operate on the districts' schedules. Commuters may also travel by private vehicle; driving by students is prohibited. District bus schedules may not align with the Keio timetable.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school uses a six-house boarding system. Every student is a member of a House (comuters are included in the House structure). Six Houses are named K, E, I, O, N, and Y, each housing about fifty students. Girls are housed separately from boys. Each House is managed by a Head of House and a Boarding Assistant, who are the contact persons for parents; they are assisted by a House Captain selected from 12th grade students. The House Captain Leadership Program (HCLP) has 26 students who hold House, Vice and Sub Captain roles and assist with daily life and events. Boarding students live in dormitories and have opportunities related to living and learning in New York City.

Uniform Requirement
On designated days, students wear the Full School Uniform: blazer, slacks, necktie, white button-down shirt/blouse, school socks, and black leather shoes (skirts or culottes may be worn). Designated days include Entrance Ceremony, Graduation, Theater Day, General Assemblies, Fukuzawa Speech Day, and similar events. On other days, students wear a white button-down shirt/blouse, school slacks, socks (black/navy, logos not allowed), and black leather shoes (skirts or culottes may be worn). Optional items include a school sweater, pale pink/blue dress shirt, black or navy tights, and black or brown belts. Uniforms must be neat and clean; moderate accessories are allowed; NHS members may wear the Society's Pin; hoodies are not permitted; weather layering is allowed with jackets/fleeces but no hoodies; dress code for Academic Extension is at the teacher's discretion.

Food Options
The Dining Hall is managed by the CulinArt Group, which provides rotating menus and a variety of cuisines. The program features the Chef's Table, Noodle Bowls, Bibimbap, Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Cocina Fresca Mexican concepts; a Salad Bar and Kettle Soup are offered. CulinArt emphasizes health with an Eat Well program and from-scratch recipes; menus indicate vegetarian, vegan, and locally-sourced options, with allergen training for staff (FARECheck).

House System
The school operates a six-house system (K, E, I, O, N, Y) in which every student belongs to a House, with each House containing about fifty students. The House structure is supported by Heads of House and a Boarding Assistant; a House Captain from the 12th grade leads the House, assisted by students through the House Captain Leadership Program (26 students) who help with daily life and events.

Governance and Ownership
Keio Academy of New York is governed independently from Keio Gijuku. The Board of Trustees is the ultimate decision-making body and comprises nine members, including alumni, local community members, and corporate leaders, with some occupancy tied to Keio Gijuku. The Board meets three times annually to oversee management. The Chairperson is the Vice President of Keio University, and Trustees include the President and Vice President of Keio University and other senior leaders.
Fees

Annual tuition at Keio Academy of New York ranges from USD 47,700 to USD 62,450 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Entrance Examination Fee: USD 500 (non-refundable).

One-time / enrollment fees

- Admissions (registration) Fee: USD 4,100.
- Deposit on Materials (includes student insurance): USD 3,000.
- Facilities Fee: USD 2,800.

Annual tuition and per-term detail by student status / year group

- Tuition (all year groups listed on the fee schedule): USD 33,400 per year. No per-term installment amounts are published on the publicly available fee page; the listed tuition is presented as an annual amount.

Boarding and commuter-specific charges

- Room and Board (boarding students): USD 18,500 per year.
- Commuter Fee (for day students who pay the commuter charge): USD 3,900 per year.
- Boarding (House) activities fee (typical amount indicated): USD 150 (covers social events, birthday parties, etc.).

Other routine and variable costs

- School uniform costs: payable in addition to the fees above.
- Travel costs for vacations (boarding students must vacate residence halls during winter and summer vacations; travel costs and any house-ware shipping or storage are additional).
- Club/activity fees, participation fees for official school events (for example TOEFL, theatre trips), and participation fees for unofficial school events: charged in addition to tuition.
- House-ware storage or shipping costs for summer vacation: charged as applicable.

Entrance / admissions payment details

- The Entrance Examination Fee is payable by credit card via the Admissions Portal; accepted card types include VISA and MasterCard. This fee is non-refundable.

Refund information

- Admissions fee, tuition and fees are described as non-refundable in the school's admissions materials. The materials also state that tuition and fees (excluding the admissions fee) may be refunded under certain conditions after completion of entrance procedures.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The fee schedule lists the amounts above (admissions fee, tuition, room and board, deposit on materials, facilities fee, and entrance examination fee). Specific published instalment breakdowns (for example, term-by-term instalments or exact due dates) and the purchase timing for deposits are not shown on the public fee page. Parents should note that the Entrance Examination Fee must be paid to complete an application.

Fee payment options

- Entrance Examination Fee: credit card payment (VISA, MasterCard) via the Admissions Portal.
- No detailed, publicly posted list of accepted payment methods for tuition, boarding and other annual charges (for example, bank transfer, check, ACH or other card payments) is provided on the public fee page or in the admissions packet that lists fees; the Entrance Examination Fee is the clearly documented item showing an accepted payment method.

Notes about additional, typically applicable charges

- The listed standard fees do not include uniforms, optional trips, some exam fees, extracurricular-specific charges, or travel and storage/shipping costs tied to boarding students' vacation periods; those are additional and billed as applicable. Boarding students should anticipate the separate house-activity charge noted above.
Academics

Keio Academy of New York teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum for students aged 14 to 18.

Curriculum
The curriculum includes Japanese and English course tracks. Graduation requirements for Grades 10–12 include English 3 years, Japanese 3 years, Mathematics 3 years, Social Studies 3 years, Science 3 years, Physical Education 3 years, Art or Music 1 year, Health Science 1 year, and Home Economics 1 year. Grades 10–12 have a maximum of 100 students per grade, divided into ten homeroom classes; Grade 9 has about 30 students in one homeroom class. The academic year runs from September to June and is divided into four quarters. Supplementary language courses include ESL and JSL to improve English or Japanese language ability.

Student Teacher Ratio
7:1

Higher Education Progression
College Matriculation as of September 2025 shows graduates have matriculated at: George Town University(USA) Class of 2025; Colombia University (USA) Class of 2021; 東京大学 (JAPAN) Class of 2019; 福岡大学(医) (JAPAN) Class of 2019; Parsons School of Design (USA) Class of 2018; University of San Francisco (USA) Class of 2015; Art Institute of Chicago (USA); Brown University (USA); College of Mexico (Mexico); New England Conservatory of Music (USA); New York University (USA); Pratt Institue (USA); Soka University of America (USA); Stanford University (USA); State University of New York (USA); The University of St. Andrews (UK); Vocational School (USA); Wellesley College (USA); 国際医療福祉大学(医) (JAPAN); 酪農学園大学(獣医) (JAPAN). Keio University Advising and Guidance and U.S. College/University Advising and Guidance provide dedicated support for Keio University and U.S. colleges respectively.

Gifted and Talented
The Fukuzawa Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizes students who exhibit scholarship, leadership, service and character. A nomination process selects applicants who meet NHS criteria; applicants must maintain an exemplary GPA, submit an application, reflect on accomplishments, and obtain recommendations. Upon admission, members participate in a formal ceremony.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Office of Counseling plays a vital role in students' wellness and academic success. Its primary goal is to promote emotional and social well-being for students and assist them with life at Keio and academic progress. The office is staffed with licensed mental health professionals who are English-Japanese bilingual, and counseling can be conducted in English or in Japanese. Counseling is available 24/7 for mental health, with on-call support after hours for emergencies or special assistance. The Counseling Office maintains an open-door policy, and peer counseling and peer tutoring are available under counselor supervision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Most classes are taught in English; Japanese is compulsory for all students. Immersion is the key principle: all classes except for Japanese are taught in English, and all written work (except for Japanese) is submitted in English. The mission is to prepare students as bilingual lifelong learners, equipped with fluent written and speaking skills in both English and Japanese and to pursue higher education at Keio University and beyond.

Mental Wellbeing
Counseling services are available 24/7. Students may contact the counseling office with questions or concerns about mental health or academic performance, and parents may be updated on a student's well-being. The Counseling Office operates with an open-door policy and makes referrals to outside professionals when needed. Counseling includes support for a range of issues from adjustment to school life to cross-cultural concerns, with bilingual English/Japanese staff.

Safeguarding
Safety and security are managed by Allied Universal, with 24/7 on-site coverage. Security measures include vehicle checks, building access controls, and temporary visitor passes, and staff receive regular training on emergency procedures. The School coordinates with local authorities including the Harrison Police Department and maintains information sharing for security and emergencies. The School undergoes NYSAIS examination/evaluation processes as part of compliance and safeguards for students.
Parent Experience

History
Keio Academy of New York was established in 1990 by Keio Gijuku to meet the needs of Japanese families living overseas. It inherits the traditions of Fukuzawa Yukichi and provides a bilingual and bicultural curriculum to prepare students to become global leaders of the 21st century. Keio Academy is registered by the New York State Board of Regents and first accredited by NYSAIS in 2001, with renewals in 2011 and 2023. Its mission promotes tri-cultural education by combining the best of Japanese, American and Keio cultures to produce graduates with moral-independence and self-reliance. Milestones include a preliminary office in 1987; first class admitted in 1990; MEXT authorization in 1991; and NYSAIS accreditation renewals in 2011 and 2023.

Community
Keio Academy runs as a full seven-day-a-week boarding school, with a small number of day students (commuters). Instrumental music lessons are arranged throughout the week, underpinning a program of concerts; the Saturday Morning Program for Juniors includes classes in art, singing and music appreciation, while Seniors participate in debating and public speaking; inter-house competitions run most days of the week, with varsity sports including volleyball, basketball, futsal/soccer, kickball, tennis, kendo, karate, dance, kickboxing, weight training, yoga, walking/running, badminton and lacrosse. Outings to New York City galleries and theaters are a frequent feature on Sunday afternoons; a wide variety of clubs and societies, including Japanese culture, chess and a student newspaper, run on Wednesday afternoons.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus comprises a Main Entrance / Classroom Building that houses classrooms, the library and administrative offices. The Library offers a collection of Japanese and English books, periodicals, DVDs and CDs, with computers for student use. The Dining Hall (Matsushita Hall) serves meals seven days a week in a House-based setup. Boarding Houses (K, E, I, O, N and Y) accommodate resident students with Heads of House and a Dean of Boarding. The Speakers' Hall, opened in 2017, includes the President's Office, an auditorium, and spaces for music and dance; athletic facilities include a gym and a turf field on campus, with some facilities at neighboring Manhattanville College available to students; the Health Center provides bilingual nursing.

Sports Facilities
The athletic facilities include a gym and a turf field on campus. Indoor and outdoor facilities support physical education and athletic activities, and some facilities at neighboring Manhattanville College are available to students.

Academic Facilities
Main Entrance / Classroom Building houses classrooms, the library and administrative offices. The Library offers a collection of Japanese and English books, periodicals, DVDs and CDs, and computers for student use. Counseling Room supports students' emotional and academic progress, and the Japanese Culture Room on the first floor provides space for Tea Ceremony Club and flower arrangement practice.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Japanese Culture Room provides space for Tea Ceremony Club weekly practice and flower arrangement. The Speakers' Hall houses the band and orchestra room, a chorus room, a dance room and individual practice rooms.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
There are over forty clubs meeting throughout the week, including Math, Science, Art and Chess. The Senior Saturday Morning Program for Seniors includes debating and public speaking. The Fukuzawa Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizes students for scholarship, leadership, service and character.

Arts & Creative
Instrumental music lessons are arranged throughout the week, underpinning a program of concerts. The Junior Saturday Morning Program includes art, singing and music appreciation. Clubs include Rock Band, Dance and Art.

Cultural & Language
There are clubs representing Japanese culture, including Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy. Our language program is bilingual; all classes except for Japanese are taught in English, with immersion to develop bilingual learning.

Social & Hobbies
There are over forty clubs meeting throughout the week, including Art, Calligraphy, Chess, Creative Workshops, Dance, Kendo, Math, Science, Tea Ceremony and Rock Band. A wide variety of clubs and societies, including Japanese culture, chess and the student newspaper, run on Wednesday afternoons. Outings to galleries and theaters are a frequent feature on Sunday afternoons.

Community & Service
The Academy promotes service learning and encourages volunteer activities for the communities. Food drives and Toy Drives have become annual traditions, with donations distributed to people in need. The cancer walk is another charity event students participate in each year, and students engage in local events and support community groups.

Leadership & Professional
The Fukuzawa Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizes students for scholarship, leadership, service and character. NHS membership is by nomination and application and includes a formal ceremony. The Senior Saturday Morning Program includes public speaking and debating competitions.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A full range of varsity sports and house sports is provided, with fixtures against other schools. Sports offered include volleyball, basketball, cross country, tennis and lacrosse, among others. Outings to galleries and theaters are frequent on Sunday afternoons, and wellness activities include yoga, weight-room sessions and walking/running.
Languages

Language Provision
The school brings together English and Japanese as two language traditions. The mission is to prepare bilingual lifelong learners who can pursue undergraduate study at Keio University and in the wider world, equipped with competent written and speaking skills in both languages and with a cultural awareness.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English and Japanese. All classes except for Japanese are taught in English, and all written work except that for Japanese classes is submitted in English. The school aims to develop bilingual lifelong learners, with English and Japanese as the two language traditions.

Immersion Programs
Immersion is the key principle. The daily structure centers on English instruction for most classes, with Japanese language disciplines taught separately. Extra help is provided for students who have Japanese backgrounds but may be more familiar with English.
Reputation

Awards
Ashikari Memorial Scholarship (merit-based for incoming students); Sakata Scholarship; Sports Scholarship.

Accreditations
Keio Academy of New York is registered by the New York State Board of Regents and has NYSAIS accreditation (first in 2001; renewed in 2011 and 2023).
Admissions

Admissions
1. Keio Academy of New York offers three admission periods each year, and applicants may apply up to three times. Information sessions are held in the United States and Japan, as well as in other major cities. Notifications of entrance-exam results are posted online through the Admissions Portal and are not mailed. The Ashikari Memorial Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship for incoming students.

2. Application Procedures and Flow guide you to download Admissions Information, create a user account on the Admissions Portal, download official forms, prepare essays, and submit the required documents and payment when the application period opens. Forms must be the official ones downloaded from the Portal; documents can be mailed by a school official or referer, or submitted online by the school official through the Portal. The Admissions Portal contains the required forms and submission processes.

3. Written examinations cover English, Mathematics, and Japanese. The English test lasts 60 minutes, uses English-only prompts, and does not include listening or speaking. The Mathematics test is up to geometry/algebra I level, presented in English and Japanese, and lasts 60 minutes. The Japanese test lasts 45 minutes and focuses on Kanji, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing.

4. Keio Academy of New York maintains a non-discriminatory admissions policy toward students; it admits students regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, and it adheres to standards set by its associations. The school is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the New York State Association of Independent Schools. Contact information and location are provided for inquiries.

Scholarships
Bursary Program (Financial Aid): Keio Academy of New York offers a Bursary Program to qualifying applicants in need of financial support. Each academic year, several students who are scheduled to enroll may have a portion of their first-year tuition fees waived; grant amounts and eligibility are determined by a Committee based on submitted documents, budget, and other factors. Continuation of the grant for the second year and new grants for later years are determined by the Committee based on a comprehensive review of bursary documents, academic and extracurricular performance, and budget.

Sakata Scholarship: The Sakata Scholarship is a merit-based award funded by Mr. Hirotugu Sakata and is awarded to 12th-grade students with outstanding academic records.

Ashikari Memorial Scholarship: The Ashikari Memorial Scholarship is a merit-based grant for incoming students. It will be bestowed upon one aspiring new student each year; no separate application is needed as new students are automatically candidates.

Sports Scholarship ( Bunbu Souzen ): The Sports Scholarship fosters balance between academics and athletics and is an application-based grant. It may be applied for by 10th and 11th grade students who balance academics and athletics and require financial assistance. The application process begins around April with a mid-June deadline, and two to four recipients are selected each year based on factors including the applicant's essay, academic improvement (including English), and personal growth through sports.
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