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Dorm Life

US Students in Dorm Room

Close-knit community, big city access.

The size of our boarding school program is one in a series of carefully designed elements to provide comfort and community; to foster growth and independence. Ours is a thriving, diverse culture, where students from all over the world come together to become active, engaged members of our community.

You'll dig more deeply into your education, but also into your development as an individual. Boarding school will help you build confidence and independence, and academic opportunities specifically designed for residents will help you reach the highest possible level of academic achievement as you prepare for college and life.

US Boarding Students During Orientation
US Boarding Student in Dorm Room Bed
US Students During Community Dinner
US Boarding Student in Dorm Room Playing Basketball

Boarding School Near Princeton University

Our school is just 1.5 miles from downtown Princeton and Princeton University. You can watch a movie, grab some bubble tea, catch a game at the University, and make it back to campus in time for a rousing karaoke competition in the Wilf Family Global Commons. With the diverse cultural and educational opportunities available in Princeton and no shortage of friends and faculty with which to explore them, you will inevitably discover a new favorite food or activity.

NEARBY OPPORTUNITIES WILL TAKE YOU FAR

Sure, you can live in the dorms at The Hun School and never leave campus. But what fun is that? And, with a convenient location between New York City and Philadelphia, you're just a short drive away from world-class arts, entertainment, and dining options. Our resident faculty have taken students into the city to celebrate cultural events including Chinese New Year, to explore museums, see a Broadway show, and to have fun at various parades, parks, and sporting events.

Gowri P. '29 and Friends

Meet Gowri P. '29

"I felt anxious that I was always only going to be known as the girl from Mauritius. But from my first day on campus I felt welcomed, seen, and like I truly belonged. Hun has given me confidence, friendships that feel like family, and people genuinely care about me. I’m so excited to be able to grow here over the next three years."

Student Activities

Make Princeton your home away from home.

Our 45-acre campus is within walking distance of downtown Princeton and Princeton University. Our boarding school students enjoy all that the town has to offer, from multicultural restaurants and cafes to movies, museums, and shops. Whether you're interested in catching a show at McCarter Theatre or determined to find out whether Halo Pub or the Bent Spoon has the better ice cream, there's always something to keep you busy in Princeton.

Our students enjoy a five-day class schedule, so weekends allow for a thoughtfully planned schedule of off- and on-campus activities for boarding students. Activities are designed to complement classroom learning, as well as provide time for students to relax, explore, and have fun with friends.

While the schedule of activities changes every weekend, most weekends offer students the chance to stock up on supplies from Target or Trader Joes (a fan favorite!), choose a fitness-related activity such as yoga or a trampoline park excursion, or enjoy a specialty meal off campus. On-campus weekend activities might include an outdoor movie, s'mores on the Mall, or free time in the gym or art rooms.

Check out some of the recent weekend offerings:

  • Brunch at The Gingered Peach in Lawrenceville
  • Dance Performance at McCarter Theatre Center
  • Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton
  • Hiking in the Institute for Advanced Study Woods
  • Ice Skating at Mercer County Park
  • Laser Tag and Bowling
  • Liberty Science Center in Jersey City
  • Manicures in Princeton
  • New Jersey Devils Hockey Game
  • Rock Climbing at Rockville Climbing Center in Hamilton
  • Surprise Supper 
  • The National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland
  • Top Golf Outing
  • Yoga and Brunch in Princeton
Yousef K. '26

Meet Yousef K. '26

"During my time here, I’ve never felt homesick. I think that’s because of the people here who made me feel like this was my home and the opportunities I had to share my culture with my friends — like when I hosted a What’s Happening Wednesday."