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About Peddie

At Peddie, you’re not just a student, but part of a vibrant community that celebrates diversity and encourages curiosity. Whether on stage, in the classroom or on the field, you’ll uncover and pursue your passions with unwavering support from peers and mentors.

Join us at Peddie, where learning knows no bounds, and experience a sense of belonging, personal growth and endless possibilities.

PEDDIE AT A GLANCE

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1864
Peddie was founded
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527
dynamic and diverse students from 25 countries
$10.8M
million in tuition assistance
8:1
student-to-faculty ratio
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90%
of faculty live on campus

PEDDIE AT A GLANCE

MISSION AND VALUES

We embrace our motto, “We Finish Our Labors to Begin Them Anew,” fostering the intellectual, social and moral growth of every student. Our community challenges and inspires students to exceed their expectations and become outstanding citizens, ready for college and beyond.

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LEADERSHIP

Meet our leadership team and learn about our strategic priorities.

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DEI

Explore how an intentionally diverse community shapes our students’ education and preparation for the world beyond our campus.

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HISTORY

Trace Peddie’s rich history from its founding in 1864 to its evolution into a leading educational institution.

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Our Alumni

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Peddie alumni leave an extraordinary mark on the world as entrepreneurs, artists, scientists, Olympians, Guinness World Record holders and more. Imagine joining the ranks of extraordinary individuals like Breland, a platinum-selling artist who has taken the country music scene by storm, or Walter Annenberg, a philanthropist whose $100 million gift transformed Peddie. Imagine following in the footsteps of Tayarisha Poe, celebrated by President and Michelle Obama for her artistic talents. Visit the "Our Alumni" page to learn more.

Why Peddie

Why Peddie

Imagine yourself at Peddie, where every day is a brilliant new beginning. A chance to grow, innovate and contribute to a vibrant community. 

Here, everyone is encouraged to be their most extraordinary selves. We constantly seek ways to improve ourselves and support others in their own pursuits. We are fearless enough to take smart risks, but flexible enough to change our minds in the face of new information, new circumstances or a better idea. We thrive on debate, ask challenging questions and work collaboratively to solve problems.

We begin each day wanting to be better than we were yesterday, as individuals and as a community. Discover the Peddie difference and start your admission journey today.

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