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Besant Hill School of Happy Valley

Ojai, California, USA

USA High School North America 50000 USD (~R 925,000) / year

About Besant Hill School of Happy Valley

Besant Hill School of Happy Valley is a small, college-prep boarding and day school in Ojai, California. Founded in 1946 on a 520‑acre campus, it emphasizes individuality, creative expression, environmental stewardship, and global citizenship. Students in grades 9–12 and a postgraduate year learn in small classes with AP coursework, arts, athletics, and experiential learning. The diverse community includes international students and a supportive residential life program.

Cost of Living

USD 3,100–3,500 per month (personal expenses beyond tuition/boarding)

Key Facts

Founded 1946; Grades 9–12 & PG; Campus 520 acres (Upper Ojai); Student–teacher ~4:1; Address: 8585 Ojai Santa Paula Rd, Ojai, CA 93023; Admissions: admissions@besanthill.org; +1 805‑646‑4343.

College-preparatory day program aligned to UC A–G with AP-level options, arts, athletics, and experiential learning.

Course Details
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Campus: Main Campus
  • Intakes: ["August/September"]
Fees & Financials
Tuition Fee: 32300.00 USD (~R 597,550)

College-preparatory curriculum aligned to UC A–G with AP-level options, arts, athletics, and experiential learning. Boarding program for international students; additional required fees ~USD 4,000/year.

Course Details
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Campus: Main Campus
  • Intakes: ["August/September", "January"]
Fees & Financials
Tuition Fee: 73550.00 USD (~R 1,360,675)

One-year college-preparatory program after Grade 12 with individualized advising, AP/advanced courses, and opportunities in arts and athletics. Boarding program for international students; additional required fees ~USD 4,000/year.

Course Details
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Campus: Main Campus
  • Intakes: ["August/September", "January"]
Fees & Financials
Tuition Fee: 73550.00 USD (~R 1,360,675)

Targeted English support to build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills; students transition into mainstream English classes. Included with tuition; placement based on assessment.

Course Details
  • Duration: Varies (1–4 years alongside main program)
  • Campus: Main Campus
  • Intakes: ["August/September", "January"]
Fees & Financials
Tuition Fee: Varies
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Admission Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required for enrollment does not apply here since it is a high school. Instead: Completion of previous grade level, English proficiency recommended, interview with admissions, portfolio of creative work if applying to art electives

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