Tianjin Farragut School

Mission & Vision To cultivate globally competitive leaders with Chinese cultural roots, fostering integrity, resilience, and innovation through holistic education that integrates academic excellence, leadership development, and social responsibility.

Core Values Integrity, self-discipline, perseverance, wellness, and innovation.

Educational Philosophy Emphasizing character-building, critical thinking, and cross-cultural competence, the school integrates military-inspired discipline with a student-centered approach. Programs prioritize curiosity-driven learning, community service, and leadership training to prepare students for global challenges.

History & Achievements Established in 2013 as China’s flagship campus, it inherits a legacy rooted in naval education traditions. Recognized for 100% university admission rates, graduates have secured placements at Ivy League institutions and top global universities. Awarded "Top 50 Private International Schools in China" (2023) and accredited by Cognia.

1. Highly Competitive College Admissions: 100% of graduates are admitted to U.S. universities ranked in the top 90 nationally, with 50% entering top 50 institutions .
2. Diverse Curriculum: Offers A-Level, IB, AP, IGCSE, and SAT programs, emphasizing academic rigor and global recognition .
3. Small Class Sizes: Average class size of ~20 students, enabling personalized attention and tailored instruction .
4. Bilingual/English Immersion: Courses delivered in bilingual or fully English-medium, enhancing language proficiency and international readiness .
5. Strong Faculty: 50% core courses taught by foreign teachers, with faculty including overseas graduates and professionals dedicated to fostering critical thinking .
6. Extracurricular Opportunities: 9+ clubs (e.g., Model UN, Robotics) and annual U.S. summer camps for cultural and academic enrichment .
7. Global Recognition: Accredited by U.S. institutions and partnered with leading universities for seamless transitions .

1. 2025 Admissions Highlights • Total Offers: 111 (as of Feb 5, 2025) • Top Universities: • UK/UK Commonwealth: Oxford University (QS #3), UCL (QS #9), University of Melbourne (QS #13), Sydney University (QS #18), 3+ offers to University of Manchester • US: Northwestern University (U.S. News #6), Rice University (#18), UC Berkeley (#22), University of Florida (#30), 10+ offers to University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (#33) • Canada: University of Toronto (Medical Doctoral #2) • Art: University of the Arts London (QS #2), ArtCenter College of Design (QS #12)

2. AP Exam Performance (2024) • 5/5 Score Achievements: 118 students earned perfect scores, with 100% in Physics Mechanics • Subject Excellence: • Calculus BC: 100% 4+/5+ • Statistics: 89% 4+/5+ • Chemistry/Biology: 74-89% 4+/5+ • Average Score: 4.6 (significantly above global average)

3. Rankings & Recognition • 2025 National Rankings (Jingling Index): • #42 in U.S. Undergraduate Direction (Tianjin #1) • #46 in UK Undergraduate Direction • 2023 National Rankings: • Top 1 in Tianjin for U.S. undergraduate admissions

4. Elite Programs • "Oxbridge Plan": Dedicated A-Level cohort for UK top universities (e.g., Oxford, Cambridge) • UCSB Connect Program: Priority admission to UC system (Top 40 U.S. universities)

5. Historical Consistency • 100% graduates admitted to QS/US News Top 100 universities (2013-2025) • Notable alumni: Yale, UPenn, Cornell, Duke, and MacArthur "genius grant" recipients