University Liggett School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 583 students
Yearly Tuition: $38,000
Acceptance rate: 55%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 20 / rolling
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Upcoming Events and News

Open House - Sun., November 15, 2026 - get more information!

- 07/22/2026
University Liggett School has introduced several new merit-based scholarships for students applying for admission. The scholarships are available to new students and designed to reward students who exemplify the very ...morebest of the Liggett Approach: academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, leadership and a commitment to community and character. hide
- 07/22/2026
Antonio Cipriano, 26, grew up in Grosse Pointe Woods, and attended University Liggett before embarking on his acting and singing career.
- 07/22/2026
It's not every day a high school student gets a call from the governor's office, but that's exactly what happened to Amelie Duhaime about a week before Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's ...moreState of the State address last month.Students were invited to design a cover for the evening's program or submit an essay focused on what they love about Michigan. hide
- 07/22/2026
As future doctors, John Keyorkgy and Vincent Aethaniel Maribao have an interest in health and fitness. Now, they're also entrepreneurs with the release of AuraFizz, a prebiotic electrolyte soda with ...morelow sugar.The class of 2021 University Liggett School graduates came up with the idea as pre-med students at the University of Michigan."We're taking some time before applying to medical schools, so we felt we had the time to build this," Maribao said. hide
- 07/22/2026
There is something special about receiving care from someone who truly understands your community, not just as a healthcare provider, but as a neighbor who grew up on the very ...moresame streets.For Dr. Maria Thanasas of PGS Dentistry, practicing dentistry near Grosse Pointe and the surrounding communities isn't simply where her career began; it's where her story began.Born and raised in Grosse Pointe, Dr. Thanasas is a proud graduate of University Liggett School. hide

School Rankings

University Liggett School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	University Liggett School
Pre-K	45
Kind	27
1	24
2	25
3	24
4	30
5	28
6	35
7	42
8	35
9	62
10	68
11	64
12	74

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Year Founded

1878

Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

583 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

110 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

72%

Average Class Size

15 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform/Business Casual

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

American Government and PoliticsArt History

BiologyCalculus

ChemistryComparative Politics

English LiteratureFrench

Latin literatureMusic Theory

PhysicsSpanish

Studio ArtU.S. History

World History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
Association of Independent Michigan Schools (AIMS-MI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 20 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$38,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $15,000 to $38,000 depending on grade.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Acceptance Rate

55%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Stephanie Sikora

Admissions Associate

Sydney Davis

Application URL

Endowment Size

$30 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

BasketballCross Country

DanceField Hockey

Figure SkatingFootball

Track and FieldVolleyball

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Colors

White, Red

School Mascot

Knights

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Ethics BowlRobotics Team

Arts and Music Programs:

Musical TheaterTheater Arts

School Notes

A University Liggett School education empowers students to break through boundaries.
Own their academic growth.
Flourish through failure.
Understand through experience.
Revel in their differences, talents and strengths.
We approach every student and each day from a place of pure and limitless possibility, with our holistic approach to learning and an environment that supports meaningful risks and rewards.

Why Liggett?
Because asking new questions is more valuable than memorizing old answers. For 145 years, Liggett has pioneered thought-provoking, transformative educational experiences.
A FundamentallyBetter Approach to Education - The Liggett Approach puts students at the center of their learning, cultivating interests and passions. Classrooms are student-centered and teacher guided. Rigor is achieved by depth, rather than breadth.
A Small School with Big Impact - Each student benefits from small classes and world-class faculty. Our students flourish with access to opportunities, resources, and interactions that only a tight knit PK-12 community can provide.
A Tradition of Success - More than 90% of our seniors are offered admission to their top choice university, including many of the finest institutions in the world. The Class of 2025 was awarded $4 million in merit scholarships. Alumni have had a significant impact in business, science, the arts, athletics, research, politics and more.
Our Tradition of Innovation - Encouraging experimentation, problem solving and critical thinking with innovative technology is a hallmark of a Liggett education. This is supported by dedicated innovation spaces.
Our Tradition of Athletic Excellence - From the first use of the forward pass in a football game (1908) to the first girls` hockey team in the State (1986), Liggett`s athletic programs have been truly remarkablethroughout its history. The Knights have achieved 87 State Championships.
Our Tradition of Access and Opportunity - Liggett opens its doors to bright, talented and dedicated students, whose diversity of backgrounds enriches our school, through scholarships and need-based tuition assistance supported by generous giving and a robust endowment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does University Liggett School cost?

University Liggett School's tuition is approximately $38,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of University Liggett School?

The acceptance rate of University Liggett School is 55%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. University Liggett School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.

What sports does University Liggett School offer?

University Liggett School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. University Liggett School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.

What is University Liggett School's ranking?

University Liggett School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for University Liggett School?

The application deadline for University Liggett School is Jan. 20 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 20 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Wayne County, MI is $9,154 for elementary schools and $13,517 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Wayne County, MI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).