At A Glance 2012-2013

at a glance Founded

1894

Culver Military Academy

1902

Summer Schools & Camps

1971

Culver Girls Academy

Located on the shores of Lake Maxinkuckee in

Culver, Indiana,

CHICAGO

Culver provides the best whole person education in the country and is the only school to offer an intentional and differentiated leadership program for its young women and young men. When thoughtful educators discuss the qualities necessary for success in today’s world, they end up describing Culver.

I am grateful for the support of our Legion Board of Directors in making this publication possible. Culver has been around for more than a century, and its alumni speak volumes for the success of its programs.

John Buxton, Head of Schools

CULVER INDIANAPOLIS

2 hours north of Indianapolis; 2 hours east of Chicago.

2012-2013:

UNIQUE DIVERSE TALENTED

806 57% 43%

Total enrollment is

of which

are male

and

93% 19% Legacy students:

18.9%

14.6%

17.9%

16.3%

2010-2011

states + District of Columbia

Alabama Alaska Arizona California Colorado District of Columbia Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Nebraska Nevada New Jersey New York North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin

are female

live on campus as boarding students and are legacies.

2009-2010

36

2011-2012

2012-2013

28

countries

Australia Brazil Canada China Colombia Croatia Denmark Ecuador France Germany Guatemala Hong Kong Italy Japan Korea Kuwait Liberia Mexico Nigeria Russia Saudi Arabia Spain Switzerland Taiwan Tanzania United Kingdom Vietnam Yugoslavia

20%

of the student body is

international

SUCCESSFUL PREPARED LEADERS

Tuition is

CLASS OF 2012

$41,000

99%

matriculation

to colleges & universities including:

compared with an average of $47,285 among peer group schools, most of which are located on the East Coast.

Culver’s Midwest location allows for a slightly lower tuition rate. *2013-2014

American University Boston University Brown University Butler University Carnegie Mellon University Coast Guard Academy Colorado College Colorado State University Columbia University Concordia University Cornell University Dartmouth College Davidson College DePauw University Duke University Earlham College Emory University Florida Southern University Furman University Georgetown University Harvard University Indiana University John Carroll University Lake Forest College Lawrence University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Miami University Michigan State University New York University Northeastern University Northwestern University Northern Illinois University Ohio University Pennsylvania State University Princeton University

Purdue University Rochester Institute of Technology Rhodes College Sewanee University Southern Methodist University Stanford University Syracuse University Texas Christian University The George Washington University The University of North Carolina The University of Texas Trinity University United States Air Force Academy United States Military Academy United States Naval Academy University of California at Los Angeles University of Chicago University of Colorado University of Connecticut University of Dayton University of Denver University of Miami University of Michigan University of Notre Dame University of Pennsylvania University of Richmond University of San Diego University of Southern California University of Virginia Vanderbilt University Villanova University Virginia Military Institute Washington and Lee University Washington University Yale University

financial aid awarded

for the 2012-2013 school year totaled

$9.2 milli0n $25,066 with the average award being

46%

of students benefit from some type of merit award or financial aid

CHALLENGING INNOVATIVE ELITE

Of our

9:1 21

studentteacher ratio

average class size

advanced placement classes Art History Biology Calculus BC Chemistry Computer Science Economics English Language English Literature Environmental Science European History French Language German Language Government Latin Music Theory Physics B Physics C Spanish Language Statistics U.S. History World History

In 2012, Culver students took AP exams, with an average score of

569 302

3.99

college graduates have been part of the intern program since 1984.

5

3.99

4 3 2 1

full and part-time faculty members, hold a master’s degree, hold a Ph.D.,

85% 9 49 128 and

13

97

faculty have been at Culver for 10 or more years.

faculty

have benefitted from professional development funding since 2005.

The Culver academic experience includes unique opportunities for students to travel abroad, participate in academic clubs and competitions, and explore their sense of innovation. · Global Studies Institute · Ron Rubin School for the Entrepreneur · Quizbowl Team · Health & Wellness · ESOL Program

CULVER MILITARY ACADEMY

218

leadership positions

CMA uses the military model to educate and train its cadets in practical leadership. While maintaining its focus on academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence, CMA integrates hands-on leadership with every campus endeavor.

Abundant opportunities for advancement within the Culver leadership structure occur throughout the year, including parade and retreat seasons, winter drill, four annual ceremonies, and CAR (Corps Annual Review) each March.

A specialized New Cadet Program provides a comprehensive introduction and training for success at Culver for all new cadets.

ARTILLERY BAND INFANTRY TROOP

CULVER GIRLS ACADEMY

172

prefect positions The CGA prefect system educates, inspires and prepares young women to lead within the Culver community and in the future, the world.

Freshman Year

STRENGTH OF FRIENDSHIP

Sophomore Year

KNOWLEDGE AND TRADITION Junior Year

STRENGTH AND JUSTICE Senior Year

SERVICE AND SUCCESS The Culver Girls Academy program provides our young women with a culture of leadership, comaraderie, ethics, and community-oriented action.

With three rotations per year, CGA’s prefectorial system gives girls valuable opportunities to serve in leadership roles for their dormitory and their school community at large.

CGA seniors culminate their Culver experience with a Senior Service Practicum, a project that serves their community.

NURTURING WORLDWIDE GIVING

giving back

8,240

service hours

given by the Class of 2012

Special events and philanthropic involvements have included Retreats Concerts 30-hour Famine

Faculty Debates Nursing Home Visits Culver Boys & Girls Club

spiritual life

global pathways spring

7

Culver encourages each student’s search for identity, wisdom, courage and joy through an experiential and intellectual approach.

6 6

spiritual life options Roman Catholic Mass Protestant Worship Jewish Prayer

Muslim Prayer Philosopher’s Cafe Constructive Meditation

From New Orleans to Mexico, from Ireland to Rome, the Global Pathways Spring Program takes students all over the world to experience the sights, sounds, and rhythm of life beyond Culver.

youth programs Youth Groups Praise Bands Bible Studies

Culver nurtures the spiritual life of a diverse community through worship opportunities, innovative course design, pastoral care, and attention to the spiritual formation of the individual.

Religious-based academic courses are also offered through the Wellness and Humanities departments.

Confirmation Classes Quranic Studies Discussion Groups

22

states and countries

Each spring, about 100 Culver students spend their break in service-learning and cultural exchange opportunities all over the world. It’s a short trip with a big impact and one more way to introduce students to life beyond Culver.

Also - currently used elsewhere (Academics spread)

1,300

Since 1988, more than

students

have participated. (through 2012)

COMPETITIVE SPIRITED FUN

In addition to competitive athletics, Culver students participate in

activities & clubs Art Club Band Bible Study

18 17

boys’ sports girls’ sports

70% of students were involved in at least one of 58 interscholastic teams.

In 2011-2012,

2012 accomplishments: Boys Lacrosse #1 in the Midwest Girls Lacrosse State Runner-up Boys Rugby State Runner-up Nationally Ranked Women’s Fencer Boys 5A State Hockey Title National Team Members in Hockey, Lacrosse, & Wrestling

Boy Scouts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

With a wide range of offerings and three seasons, Culver students participate in competitive, high-level sports as well as try new athletic endeavors for the first time.

Culver’s athletic and recreational facilities include playing fields, two ice rinks, a golf course, state-of-the-art crew and equestrian facilities, and a fitness center.

Campus Life CGA Drill Team Chemistry Club Chinese Club Choir Community Service Council Computer Club Culver Pipes & Drums Dancevision Diversity Council Fellowship of Christian Athletes Fleet Volunteer Garden Futbol Intramural Green Life Horsemanship Jazz Band Junior States of America

Leadership Committee for Africa Living History Math Forum Model United Nations Orchestra Paintball Club Pre-Architecture 101 Quizbowl Team Quranic Studies Real Talk Relay For Life Roll Call (Yearbook) Sin Fronteras Skeet/Trap Shooting Speech Team Stamp Club Student Council The Quill Theatre Thespian Society The Vedette (Newspaper) Venture Crew

UNIQUE LIFE-CHANGING UNFORGETTABLE

In the summer of 2012 , Culver Summer Schools & Camps had

1,377 39 41

from

UPPER CAMP WOODCRAFT CAMP

Summer Schools & Camps tie directly into enrollment at the Academies. The percentage of current boarding school students who attended a summer program is:

participants states and

countries, ranging in age from

7-17 31%

Founded in

1902, Culver Summer Schools & Camps is a fun-filled, naturally beautiful 1,800-acre setting where more than 1,350 young people from around the world, develop positive self-esteem through accomplishment and self- discipline. It is a high-challenge/ high-support environment for learning leadership skills that improve personal confidence.

Camps offered: WOODCRAFT CAMP 6 weeks • boys + girls • ages 9-13 • more than 65 electives UPPER CAMP 6 weeks • boys + girls • ages 13-17 • more than 65 electives JUNIOR WOODCRAFT CAMP 5 days • boys + girls • ages 7-9 MINI CAMPS 3 days • boys + girls • ages 7-9 • May and October FAMILY CAMP 1 week • beautiful 1800-acre campus on Lake Maxinkuckee HALLOWEEN CAMP 2 days • boys + girls • ages 7-12 • pumpkin carving, trick-or-treat, hayrides and more

INVOLVED WORLDWIDE GENEROUS S

At the conclusion of the giving year on June 30, 2012, Culver’s endowment was

665

alumni representing

$283 million

in millions

$300

$299.1

$283

$191.7 ’08-’09 Fiscal Year

$281.5

The Culver Fund raised

$200 $100

Reunion 2012 was attended by

’10-’11 Fiscal Year

’11-’12 Fiscal Year

$6.27

million

’09-’10 Fiscal Year

in 2011-2012, with gifts from

3,692

donors.

The $6.27 million in Culver Fund gifts was donated by the following constituencies:

Culver Clubs, the alumni network, is strong and active in

3.. 4% 4

22.3% 60.1% 7.5% 6.7%

Academies Alumni Summer School Alumni Parents RU Light Foundation Miscellaneous

36 13 and

U.S. cities

countries

15

classes.

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This publication was produced in cooperation with The Culver Legion, the alumni association of the Academies.

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