Why Boarding?
Are You Ready For More?
More community. More independence. More experiences. More friendships.
Looking for a place where you can be yourself, make real friends, and try new things every day? Welcome to boarding school life at Rabun Gap!It’s more than just where you live; it’s where you find your people. Weekend trips, dorm hangouts, sports, arts, and a global crew of friends from over 50 countries, there’s always something happening. Here, you get the freedom to grow, the support to lead, and the space to dream big.
Meet Our Boarding Students
Boarding students in 7th through 12th grade gain valuable life skills, independence, and deep connections by living and learning alongside peers from around the world.
What I love the most about Rabun Gap is it gives you the opportunity to be ready for college and life. I really like the balance between academics and sports."
Marcelo
Monterrey, Mexico
Before coming to Rabun Gap, I was really a really shy person, and I was really scared of meeting new people. Since I've been at boarding school, I've grown to be more confident and grown in my independence. Everyone on campus wants to see me succeed.
McKenna
Dharan, Saudi Arabia
My favorite thing about the classes at Rabun Gap are the teachers and their ability to push their students further than they could imagine. We do a lot of group projects which allows me to be a leader.
Cael
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Our Residential Faculty
At Rabun Gap, our teachers do more than teach — they live alongside students in the dorms, creating a true home away from home. Residential faculty are mentors, cheerleaders, and trusted adults who are always nearby to offer support, share a meal, or just check in. This close-knit environment helps students build meaningful connections and grow with confidence, knowing they are surrounded by people who genuinely care.