What ELITE PREP ACADEMY INC. does

Elite Prep Academy Inc. is an independent, coeducational liberal arts boarding and day school serving students ages 13–18 across grades 8 through 12. The academy operates from two campuses — a 65,000 square-foot facility in Hopatcong, New Jersey, and a 32-acre, 113,000 square-foot facility in Southington, Connecticut — making it one of the few U.S. private secondary schools with a multi-state residential footprint. The organization is structured as a New Jersey nonprofit corporation and operates a subsidiary music school (Hudson School of Music). Leadership includes Head of Schools Yi Qian and PDSO/Accounts Manager/Secretary of the Board Natalie Li.

The school's core offering is built around a residential liberal arts curriculum delivered through "Signature Academic Tracks" and a "R.I.S.E." educational philosophy. Differentiated academic tracks include Olympiad-level science (chemistry), AI-focused programs, and entrepreneurship via a dual-enrollment partnership with the University of Delaware's EntreX program. Faculty credentials — PhDs, Juilliard-trained musicians, and Olympiad coaches — and roughly two decades of documented acceptances to selective institutions such as Princeton, MIT, Columbia, Cornell, and Stanford form the core academic positioning. The school holds SEVIS approval, enabling it to issue F-1 visas and recruit international students as a distinct customer segment.

The business model is tuition-driven. Full-pay boarding students generate roughly $69,000–$84,000 in combined tuition and room-and-board revenue per year (tuition of $45,000 for grades 8–11 and $49,000 for grade 12; room and board of $24,000–$35,000 depending on occupancy). Supplemental revenue comes from $8,000 summer programs (Olympiad Chemistry Camp and AI Olympiad Summer Camp), the Hudson School of Music subsidiary, and scholarship-funded enrollment via partnerships such as the Coldwell Banker scholarship program. Go-to-market relies on selective college placement reputation, SEVIS-certified international recruitment, and external partnership channels rather than traditional K-12 district feeder pipelines.

Name

ELITE PREP ACADEMY INC.

Legal name

Elite Preparatory Academy A NJ Nonprofit Corporation

Website

https://eliteprepacademy.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Elite Prep Academy Inc. is an independent coeducational boarding and day school operating two campuses in New Jersey and Connecticut, serving grades 8–12 students with a liberal arts, Olympiad-track, and AI-augmented curriculum priced at $69,000–$84,000 per boarding student annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter College-Prep & Advanced Academics Schools (EDAJACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Gifted, Advanced & Acceleration Centers (Honors/AP/IB Enrichment) (EDANAHAL)

Keywords

• Private boarding school
• College preparatory education
• Stem liberal arts
• International student services
• Signature academic tracks

Headquarters

HQ city

Lake Hopatcong

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition (Grades 8-11): Annual tuition for grades 8-11 at $45,000 per year, providing access to rigorous college-preparatory curriculum including AP courses, honors classes, and signature academic tracks.
2. Tuition (Grade 12): Annual tuition for grade 12 at $49,000 per year, reflecting advanced college preparation including specialized senior coursework and intensive college counseling.
3. Room and Board: On-campus housing with multiple occupancy options: $24,000 (4-5 persons), $26,000 (3 persons), $28,000 (double), $35,000 (single). Includes 24-hour security, wireless internet, climate control, and 24-hour study lounge.
4. Application and Registration Fees: Domestic student application fee of $50; International student registration fee of $150. Additional fees for document upload and visa processing support.
5. Summer Programs: Olympiad Chemistry Camp at $8,000 including tuition and board (10-day sessions); AI Olympiad Summer Camp at $8,000 including tuition and board (10 weekdays). Expert-led competitive preparation programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Elite Prep Academy operates an independent, liberal arts boarding and day school for students ages 13–18 (grades 8–12), delivering a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum anchored by Signature Academic Tracks (STEM, AI, Business, Arts, Environmental Studies, Global Studies, Psychology), AP and Honors coursework, on-campus boarding, the Hudson School of Music, and supplementary summer Olympiad training camps and entrepreneurship programs.

Product overview

Elite Preparatory Academy is an independent, liberal arts, boarding and day school offering a comprehensive educational program for students ages 13–18 (grades 8–12). The core offering centers on a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with Signature Academic Tracks (STEM Innovation & Engineering, AI & Computational Thinking, Business Finance & Entrepreneurship, Arts Media & Performance, Environmental Studies & Sustainability, Global Studies & Communication, and Psychology & Human Behavior), AP and Honors courses, and music programs through the Hudson School of Music. The institution operates two campuses (Hopatcong, NJ and Southington, CT) and provides supplementary programs including The Da Vinci Project research program, AI Olympiad Summer Camp, Unlocking Olympiad Chemistry Camp, EntreX entrepreneurship course, and personalized college counseling services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hudson School of Music: A music specialty school offering comprehensive music education programs including instrument training, music theory, and performance opportunities.
• The Da Vinci Project

Products and services

• Elite Preparatory Academy Core Academic Program Independent, liberal arts boarding and day school program for students ages 13–18 (grades 8–12) providing a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with small class sizes, personalized instruction, and holistic development.
• Signature Academic Tracks Seven high school major programs: STEM Innovation & Engineering, AI & Computational Thinking, Business/Finance/Entrepreneurship, Arts/Media/Performance, Environmental Studies, Global Studies, and Psychology/Human Behavior, each with capstone project requirements.
• Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors Courses College-level AP and Honors courses across English, Science, Math, Computer Science, Social Science, World Languages, and Arts disciplines, including AP Calculus, AP Physics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, and others.
• Hudson School of Music Comprehensive music education including general music, AP Music Theory, Chamber Music, Contemporary Band, Music Production, Solo Performance, Choir, Piano Workshop, Songwriting, Conducting, Masterclass Series, Electronic Music & Sound Design, and Music Business & Arts Entrepreneurship.
• The Da Vinci Project Research Program Cross-disciplinary research program where students transform curiosity into self-directed inquiry with faculty advisors, producing research papers, inventions, business proposals, films, performances, or community initiatives across multiple themes.
• AI Olympiad Summer Camp 2025 10-weekday intensive summer program covering Math Foundations for AI, Coding for AI (Python, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib), and Machine Learning & Deep Learning (PyTorch, Neural Networks) to prepare students for the USA-North America AI Olympiad. Led by Prof. Chen, director and chief coach of USAAIO.
• Unlocking Olympiad Chemistry Camp Intensive 10-day chemistry Olympiad training camp with three tailored levels (Beginner, Intermediate, Master) for students preparing for USNCO Local and National Exams, featuring expert mentors who are China National Chemistry Olympiad gold medalists.
• College Counseling Services Personalized college guidance including academic and course planning, college list development, essay coaching, interview preparation, application strategy, and financial aid guidance, guided by the R.I.S.E. philosophy.
• EntreX Entrepreneurship Course 3-credit dual enrollment course developed by University of Delaware, teaching entrepreneurial mindset through 6 guided modules covering mindset, evidence-based process, startup basics, and launching professional skills.
• On-Campus Boarding Program On-campus residential boarding program with multiple occupancy options ($24,000–$35,000 annually), including 24-hour security, wireless internet, climate control, and 24-hour study lounge.

Quantifiable outcome

• Acceptances to elite universities including Princeton, MIT, Columbia, Cornell, Stanford, Brown, Dartmouth, Duke, and 50+ other institutions (2005-2025)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

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Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Lake Hopatcong FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Environmental and civic partnership engaging students in volunteering and community programs. Foundation provides educational field trips, Floating Classroom experiences, and annual Block Party volunteer opportunities.
• University of DelawarecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Collaboration to offer EntreX (entrepreneurship experience) - a 3-credit dual enrollment course for high school students. EPA School Counselor Eric Anderson teaches this course developed by the university.
• Elite Preparatory Academy A NJ Nonprofit CorporationcoreOthers · 1 December 2025The school is structured as a New Jersey nonprofit corporation (Elite Preparatory Academy A NJ Nonprofit Corporation) with H-1B visa sponsorship capabilities for foreign workers, operating under Department of Homeland Security SEVIS approval.
• West Side United Methodist ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Community service partnership involving EPA Community Service Club visits to Thrift Shop (God's Closet) and Food Pantry serving New Jersey residents since the 1970s.
• The SMILE of HopatcongminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025Community partnership with SMILE (The Steven Milford Independent Living Experience) supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. EPA students engage in service activities and holiday celebrations with residents.
• USA AI Olympiad (USAAIO)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025AI Olympiad Summer Camp 2025 prepares students for USA-North America AI Olympiad (USA-NA-AIO). Prof. Chen serves as director/chief coach of USAAIO and board member of International Olympiad in AI (IOAI).
• Coldwell Banker RealtyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with Coldwell Banker Realty to empower families in Sussex County, NJ seeking top-tier education. Includes scholarship opportunity - chance to win a full 4-year scholarship starting Fall 2024 with no tuition costs.
• Planet NetworksminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership ensures students have access to reliable high-speed internet for digital learning. Collaboration reflects EPA's commitment to future-focused education with 4-year scholarship opportunity.
• AmesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with industry leader Ames to explore material science field and potential internship opportunities. Includes scholarship program for deserving students.
• Hudson School of MusiccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEPA-affiliated specialized music institution offering comprehensive music education from general study to professional performance training, led by Artistic Director Vivian Zheng.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ElitePrepAcademyNJ
• Instagraminstagram.com/eliteprepacademy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/elitepreparatoryacademynj

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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