The Andover campus of Phillips Academy, spanning 706 acres in Andover, Massachusetts, is the singular location for this prestigious coeducational boarding and day school serving grades 9-12 and postgraduate students. It emphasizes a non-competitive, passion-based liberal arts education through a unique trimester system offering over 300 courses. The curriculum promotes intellectual curiosity, character, and global engagement, supported by world-class facilities like the Gelb Science Center, Bulfinch Hall for English, and Pearson Hall for Classics. Faculty-guided independent studies and interdisciplinary approaches define the academic experience here.
- English: Courses range from foundational writing and grammar to advanced seminars in American literature, Shakespeare, poetry, and creative nonfiction, housed in historic Bulfinch Hall.
- Mathematics: Progressive sequence from algebra to multivariable calculus, statistics, and number theory, with opportunities for math competitions and research projects in Morse Hall.
- Science: Comprehensive offerings in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, and neuroscience, featuring cutting-edge labs and independent experiments in the Gelb Science Center.
- History & Social Science: U.S. and global history, economics, psychology, anthropology, and philosophy of history to develop critical thinking on societal issues.
- World Languages: Ten languages including Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, Latin, Ancient Greek, with immersion and advanced literature courses.
- Visual Arts: Painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and digital media in dedicated studios.
- Performing Arts: Theater productions, music theory, ensembles, orchestra, jazz, dance, and opera in George Washington Hall.
- Computer Science: Introductory programming to AI, data science, cybersecurity, and robotics.
- Philosophy & Religious Studies: Ethics, world religions, existentialism, and moral philosophy seminars.
- Physical Education & Wellness: Athletics, health education, outdoor leadership, and mindfulness programs integrated across the cluster system.
This campus-specific curriculum avoids AP exams for greater flexibility, using a 6.0 pass-fail GPA scale to encourage risk-taking and depth.
