Highlights
- 7:1 student-teacher ratio for focused learning
- Bilingualism boost with French immersion
- Global perspective via 40+ nationalities
Overview
Stanstead College is an independent boarding and day school for girls and boys in Grades 7-12, with a student population of roughly 280. Surrounded by the rolling hills of Quebec’s Eastern Townships and nearby Vermont, Stanstead’s unique situation opens doors to top universities and colleges in the United States, Canada and around the world. Caring teachers, small classes, rigorous academics and an advisor system allow students to become self-disciplined young women and men prepared for life after high school.The motto of Stanstead College is Sanitas Sapientia Religio — health, wisdom, integrity. This motto reflects the three pillars of a Stanstead College education: academic excellence, participation in athletics and developing leadership through all aspects of student life.
- from 12
- to 19 years old
Co-Education
from 27,500 to 87,000 CAD
Founded in 1872
22 different nationalities
309 students
Academics
Based on Quebec Ministry of Education guidelines, the Stanstead College curriculum is broadly divided into junior (Grade 7, 8) and senior levels (Grade 9, 10, 11), with the core subjects of Mathematics, English and French emphasized at each level. Grade 11 is highlighted by advanced level courses in Mathematics, French, Chemistry and Physics. Students may opt for French as a second language or Français as a first language (langue maternelle).Students graduate from high school upon the successful completion of their Grade 11 (Secondary V) year. Students may choose to attend Quebec CEGEP (two-year college subsidized by the Quebec government) or enroll in Grade 12, which provides students with an intensive university preparatory program, including extensive Advanced Placement options.
Student:teacher ratio is 7:1, with an average class size of 11 in the junior school, 15 in the senior school.
Stanstead College was the first (and still one of only a few) Canadian school accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, providing our students with access to top schools throughout North America.
Curriculum
Examinations
Language of instruction
Foreign languages taught
Accreditations
CAIS, NEASC
Tuition Fees for 2026
Learn more about Stanstead College tuition fees for 2026, including general fee details, boarding fees, and available scholarships.
Annual tuition fees
Annual tuition fees at Stanstead College range from CAD 27,500 to CAD 87,000, depending on the student's grade level and program.
Boarding school tuition
Canadian/USA Boarding* $69,500 CAD (tuition & residence) / International Boarding $87,000 CAD (tuition & residence)
*Applicable for Canadian and American citizens domiciled in Canada or the United States
Scholarships
Scholarship information is not currently available. Please contact the school directly through this page to learn more.
Extra curricular
Student life is everything that happens outside the classroom and off the playing field. It’s boarding with a roommate from another country. It’s gaining leadership skills as a prefect. It’s singing at Café Cappuccino or acting in a play. It’s taking part in weekend activities. It’s the support of our wellness team. It’s Winter Carnival, class trips, club afternoons and simply having an amazing time hanging out with friends. In other words, student life is never dull.
Highlights include:
– Faculty advisors
– Fully equipped dining hall with family-style meals
– Weekly clubs and weekend activities
– Prefect system and other leadership opportunities
– Student centre
– Wellness Centre with two live-in nurses and school counsellor, visiting doctor
– Carnivals, special events, music and drama
Athletics are an integral part of the school program in all three terms, resulting in well-coached, fit and competitive student-athletes. But being a Spartan is not solely about winning. It’s about learning teamwork, respect and discipline while representing your school with pride and spirit. Go Spartans!
With a record of success spanning decades, Stanstead College’s hockey program is recognized as one of North America’s finest. Student-athletes train and develop in state-of-the-art facilities, and the schedule of competition for both the girls and boys provides maximum exposure to scouts and recruiters at the university, junior and professional levels. The training is player-focused with emphasis on developing the whole student-athlete and promotion to higher ranks.
Things to know
Enrollment phase
Rolling
Minimum Enrollment Duration
This school requires a minimum enrollment of 12 months, ensuring students have adequate time to benefit from the curriculum and educational experience.
Student Community
Stanstead College welcomes a vibrant community of 309 students representing 22 different nationalities.
Health & safety
Our new Wellness Centre includes 24-hour service from live-in nurses plus a professional counsellor during the day to respond to the emotional needs of the students. The team is complemented by a dedicated athletic therapist and a doctor on campus regularly. The school employs nighttime security. All residences are supervised by live-in house directors and teachers on duty.
Uniform
Students are required to wear school uniforms.
Student-teacher ratio
8:1
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Tuition fees for Stanstead College range from 27500 to 87000 CAD per year depending on the student’s grade and chosen program.
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- Address: 450 Rue Dufferin, Stanstead, QC J0B 3E2, Canada










