Upper School Boarding
Why just go to school when you can live it?
At Rabun Gap, you’ll live, learn, and grow alongside friends from all over the world in a place that feels like home. With caring teachers who live on campus and a community that truly knows you, every day is an opportunity to connect and thrive. Whether it’s late-night dorm hangs, weekend adventures, or building lifelong friendships, boarding school at Rabun Gap sets you up for success in college and beyond.
Rabun Gap is preparing me for college in a way I never thought it would! Being a boarding student has taught me to be independent and is preparing me for life on my own.
Day in the Life of a Boarding Student
Breakfast with Friends
Start your day with waffles, coffee, and catching up with your dorm crew in the Woodruff Dining Hall. There's always a delicious, hot breakfast available. Bonus: zero commute.
Class Begins
Head to class just steps from your dorm. The teachers here know your name and your favorite subject. We intentionally start class at 8:45 AM to ensure students have enough time for rest before starting their day.
Tutorial Time
Need extra help or want to dive deeper? This is your built-in time to connect one-on-one with teachers who’ve got your back.
Shared Lunch & Club Meetings
Recharge with your friends in and maybe even try something new from around the world (our international fam brings some serious flavor). There's also time to get involved in your favorite club!
Chapel & Advisory Time
Wednesdays mean Chapel — a time to reflect and come together. We also wear our formal uniforms on Wednesdays. Other days? Spend this time in tutorials, all-school meetings, and hanging with your advisory, a group you'll grow with all four years at Rabun Gap!
Afternoon Activities
Time to shine — whether you’re hitting the soccer field, rehearsing in the theater, or building your dream project in STEAM.
Dinner & Free Time
The best time to swap stories from the day, grab a second dessert, and plan what’s next. Enjoy the Student Center or on our outdoor sports court, complete with basketball, pickleball, and sand volleyball. Often, day students remain on campus to cheer on our athletic teams or attend arts performances with our boarding students. There's always something happening on campus!
Study Hall
Dedicated focus time to knock out homework (or get some help from your dorm faculty). The Academic Resource Center is open during this time for students who want extra support. Study Hall is structured for freshmen, but upperclassmen manage their own study hall time with some faculty supervision to be fully prepared for independence in college.
More Free Time
Game on, movie night, deep dorm convos — it’s your time to relax and connect. Many students use this time to get ready for the next day, including doing their laundry, grabbing a snack, or connecting with their family.
In-Dorm
Dorm check-in, quiet vibes, and rest up, because tomorrow’s another awesome day.