Think You Know Browning—Think Again!
Common misconceptions about our school debunked.
October 2024
When a school is founded in 1888, it can acquire a reputation that doesn't quite match up with the reality of 2024. We want to bust some common myths you may have heard about Browning and encourage you to come check us out yourself.
At Browning we are small but mighty! To supplement our academic programming, we offer a wide variety of athletic and extracurricular activities. Our size also means that students receive more individualized attention and have the opportunity to explore their passions in a deeper way, such as founding their own clubs. Our students are also able to take on leadership opportunities at all ages.
In fact, Browning students come from 78 zip codes, and we provide bus service to many parts of the city. Our current Kindergarten class represents 20 early childhood programs, and the Middle and Upper School students who joined us in September 2024 hailed from 47 different schools!
Not true! At Browning 50% of our students identify as students of color. We are deeply committed to ensuring that all of our students and their families experience a sense of belonging at our school. Browning’s learning community is one where people come together to add their talents, perspectives, and ideas to create a school that is greater than the sum of its parts.
The college guidance process is all about finding the right match for a student, and our students attend a variety of small and large colleges throughout the country and internationally. Fully two-thirds of the Class of 2024 was accepted through early decision.
You might be in for a pleasant surprise. Our tuition assistance program helps bridge the gap between what families can afford and the full cost of a Browning education. We strive to maintain a socioeconomically diverse population, and about 20% of our students receive financial aid.
Browning boys bond with girls during an Interschool retreat.
Although we proudly are a boys’ school by choice, Browning is a member of Interschool and our students have many opportunities to connect with girls, through various activities, events, and collaborations with neighboring schools.
While it is true that some students may seek an all-gender school experience when they reach high school, many of our students feel that an all-boys school creates the opportunity to learn with like-minded peers and faculty members who are experts in valuing the unique strengths of boys.
