205 Bidwell ParkwayBuffalo, New York 14222

BuffaloSeminary.orgTwitter.com/BuffaloSeminary

Facebook.com/BuffaloSeminary

An independent day and boarding school for college-bound girls

READY TO LEARN MORE?Call 716.885.6780 email admission@buffaloseminary.org,

or visit www.BuffaloSeminary.org/apply today.

More Opportunities...for college-bound girls

"SEM does not aim to simplychurn out graduates, rather,each student who leaves SEMis a dreamer, a leader, and agood citizen. A SEM girl canchoose to pursue whicheverpath she desires and doesnot feel pigeonholed; hereshe is able to thrive in herown right."

MOLLY ‘14SGA President, National Honor Society

Queen’s University, Class of 2018

WHY SEM?As a private day and boarding school in a safe and affordable midsized city, SEM offers an independent college-preparatory education for young women through vibrant teaching, active learning, creative engagement, diversity and community spirit. Oursin not just a high school education, but a transformative experience.Some benefits that make SEM an exceptional choice include:• The all-girl advantage• Small classes and a hands-on advisory system• Beloved traditions combined with 21st century learning• A nonreligious, independent curriculum that goes beyond NYS Regents

• Technology that puts girls in control• Individualized college counseling• Athletic facilities that emphasize wellness and strength• A focus on the arts that inspires individual expression• A residential program that brings together girls from across the region and around the world

• A school spirit tradition that inspires the entire SEM communityby dividing students and faculty alike into Hornets and Jackets

“SEM pushed me through whatwas comfortable to resee theworld, to question, and then tostand-up for my beliefs withconfidence. SEM truly helpedshape who I am with its caringfaculty and unique curriculum.It’s a profound place. I’m proudto be a graduate.”

ARIANNA '13Cum Laude Society, Crew Coxswain Georgetown University, Class of 2017

ATHLETICSFrom our nationally competitive teamsand state-of-the-art facilities to club and contract sports opportunities, SEM offers a wide variety of choices forathletes of every skill level. We offer 18interscholastic sports teams, and aremembers of the Monsignor MartinLeague, the Midwest Girls’ LacrosseLeague, Mid-Atlantic District of theInter-Scholastic Sailing Association, U.S.Squash and U.S. Rowing. Contract sportsare available to students who haveexceptional talent in an athletic area notoffered at SEM. Recent students havecompeted in horseback riding, ice skating,skiing and dance. Our program promotesleadership, good sportsmanship,commitment, and individual as well asteam excellence.

A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE A SEM education fosters a multicultural,global perspective. The diversity andcohesion of our student population was remarked upon by John Chubb,P resident of the National Association of Independent Schools. “I toured theschool, guided by one local and oneinternational student. I was struck by their obvious kinship and by theaffection among students of all types, in classrooms, the cafeteria, thegymnasium, everywhere.” Studentsfrom Asia (China, Korea, Japan andTaiwan) comprise 15% of ourpopulation. We have also welcomedboarding students from Europe, LatinAmerica and Australia. Within our daypopulation, 13% are African American,and nearly 10% include backgroundsthat are Middle Eastern, NativeAmerican and Hispanic. Because we are nonsectarian, we welcome studentsfrom diverse religious backgrounds. SEM also provides opportunities to travel and study abroad.

WELCOME TO SEM!Buffalo Seminary is Western New York’s onlyindependent day and boarding school for college-bound girls. Our school is located in the historicand bustling Elmwood Village neighborhood. Our intimate environment allows SEM girls tochallenge themselves and to thrive. Studentsreceive individual attention from outstandingfaculty who promote a learner-centeredclassroom. And because the average class sizeis 11, every student’s perspective is voiced andheard. At SEM, girls are excited to be part of aschool community where trust is intrinsic andindependent thinking is valued.

ACADEMICSAs a college preparatory school, SEM develops each girl’s intellect, widens herperspective, encourages active communityinvolvement, and equips her for a dynamicand purposeful life. Nonsectarian since ourfounding in 1851, we provide a culture ofmutual respect for individual differences.Our curriculum is designed to ensure thatall students are well grounded in all of the traditional disciplines. Within these disciplines, girls are inspired to pursue patterns of rigorous thought, fruitful reflection, and clear expression as skills essential to a process of lifelong learning.Our one-to-one tablet computer programensures that each girl learns to research and manage information with confidenceand sophistication. Our successful collegecounseling pairs an emphasis onachievement with finding the best fit so she can continue to flourish.

AN INDEPENDENT SCHOOLAt SEM, we believe in standards - but notstandardization. As an independentschool, we’re not limited by the Regentsrequirements mandated by New YorkState. By her junior and senior years, inaddition to taking honors and AdvancedPlacement courses, a SEM student canpursue electives that explore specificinterests such as urban studies, theater,oceanography or gothic literature. Moreimportantly, all SEM students areencouraged to pursue academic workwithin courses or by creating their own.Accredited by the New York StateAssociation of Independent Schools(NYSAIS), we are also a member of theNational Coalition of Girls’ Schools(NCGS), the Online School for Girls(OSG), and The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS).

TRADITIONSEven as we offer students access to 21st century learning, beloved traditions remain at the core of our school culture. From our dailyall-school Morning Meeting andsinging our alma mater, to ourAcademic and Social Honor Code, to the spirited fun of our Hornet-Jacket competitions, SEM iscommitted to creating a respectfuland dynamic community for bothstudents and faculty alike.

COMMUNITY SERVICECommunity service is an integral part of life atSEM. Through service to others, students discover their connections to thelarger community. Last year, 100% of ourstudents completed all of their communityservice projects. And along with its countless cultural activities, the city of Buffalo presents a world of opportunities andinspires SEM students to give back to thecommunities in which they live.

Live by honor. Invest in yourself, your community and your future.-SEM Academic and Social Honor Code

“I was struck by how well-prepared these girls will be for the diverse world they will soon lead.” -John Chubb, President, National Association of Independent Schools

ATHLETICSFrom our nationally competitive teamsand state-of-the-art facilities to club and contract sports opportunities, SEM offers a wide variety of choices forathletes of every skill level. We offer 18interscholastic sports teams, and aremembers of the Monsignor MartinLeague, the Midwest Girls’ LacrosseLeague, Mid-Atlantic District of theInter-Scholastic Sailing Association, U.S.Squash and U.S. Rowing. Contract sportsare available to students who haveexceptional talent in an athletic area notoffered at SEM. Recent students havecompeted in horseback riding, ice skating,skiing and dance. Our program promotesleadership, good sportsmanship,commitment, and individual as well asteam excellence.

A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE A SEM education fosters a multicultural,global perspective. The diversity andcohesion of our student population was remarked upon by John Chubb,P resident of the National Association of Independent Schools. “I toured theschool, guided by one local and oneinternational student. I was struck by their obvious kinship and by theaffection among students of all types, in classrooms, the cafeteria, thegymnasium, everywhere.” Studentsfrom Asia (China, Korea, Japan andTaiwan) comprise 15% of ourpopulation. We have also welcomedboarding students from Europe, LatinAmerica and Australia. Within our daypopulation, 13% are African American,and nearly 10% include backgroundsthat are Middle Eastern, NativeAmerican and Hispanic. Because we are nonsectarian, we welcome studentsfrom diverse religious backgrounds. SEM also provides opportunities to travel and study abroad.

WELCOME TO SEM!Buffalo Seminary is Western New York’s onlyindependent day and boarding school for college-bound girls. Our school is located in the historicand bustling Elmwood Village neighborhood. Our intimate environment allows SEM girls tochallenge themselves and to thrive. Studentsreceive individual attention from outstandingfaculty who promote a learner-centeredclassroom. And because the average class sizeis 11, every student’s perspective is voiced andheard. At SEM, girls are excited to be part of aschool community where trust is intrinsic andindependent thinking is valued.

ACADEMICSAs a college preparatory school, SEM develops each girl’s intellect, widens herperspective, encourages active communityinvolvement, and equips her for a dynamicand purposeful life. Nonsectarian since ourfounding in 1851, we provide a culture ofmutual respect for individual differences.Our curriculum is designed to ensure thatall students are well grounded in all of the traditional disciplines. Within these disciplines, girls are inspired to pursue patterns of rigorous thought, fruitful reflection, and clear expression as skills essential to a process of lifelong learning.Our one-to-one tablet computer programensures that each girl learns to research and manage information with confidenceand sophistication. Our successful collegecounseling pairs an emphasis onachievement with finding the best fit so she can continue to flourish.

AN INDEPENDENT SCHOOLAt SEM, we believe in standards - but notstandardization. As an independentschool, we’re not limited by the Regentsrequirements mandated by New YorkState. By her junior and senior years, inaddition to taking honors and AdvancedPlacement courses, a SEM student canpursue electives that explore specificinterests such as urban studies, theater,oceanography or gothic literature. Moreimportantly, all SEM students areencouraged to pursue academic workwithin courses or by creating their own.Accredited by the New York StateAssociation of Independent Schools(NYSAIS), we are also a member of theNational Coalition of Girls’ Schools(NCGS), the Online School for Girls(OSG), and The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS).

TRADITIONSEven as we offer students access to 21st century learning, beloved traditions remain at the core of our school culture. From our dailyall-school Morning Meeting andsinging our alma mater, to ourAcademic and Social Honor Code, to the spirited fun of our Hornet-Jacket competitions, SEM iscommitted to creating a respectfuland dynamic community for bothstudents and faculty alike.

COMMUNITY SERVICECommunity service is an integral part of life atSEM. Through service to others, students discover their connections to thelarger community. Last year, 100% of ourstudents completed all of their communityservice projects. And along with its countless cultural activities, the city of Buffalo presents a world of opportunities andinspires SEM students to give back to thecommunities in which they live.

Live by honor. Invest in yourself, your community and your future.-SEM Academic and Social Honor Code

“I was struck by how well-prepared these girls will be for the diverse world they will soon lead.” -John Chubb, President, National Association of Independent Schools

ATHLETICSFrom our nationally competitive teamsand state-of-the-art facilities to club and contract sports opportunities, SEM offers a wide variety of choices forathletes of every skill level. We offer 18interscholastic sports teams, and aremembers of the Monsignor MartinLeague, the Midwest Girls’ LacrosseLeague, Mid-Atlantic District of theInter-Scholastic Sailing Association, U.S.Squash and U.S. Rowing. Contract sportsare available to students who haveexceptional talent in an athletic area notoffered at SEM. Recent students havecompeted in horseback riding, ice skating,skiing and dance. Our program promotesleadership, good sportsmanship,commitment, and individual as well asteam excellence.

A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE A SEM education fosters a multicultural,global perspective. The diversity andcohesion of our student population was remarked upon by John Chubb,P resident of the National Association of Independent Schools. “I toured theschool, guided by one local and oneinternational student. I was struck by their obvious kinship and by theaffection among students of all types, in classrooms, the cafeteria, thegymnasium, everywhere.” Studentsfrom Asia (China, Korea, Japan andTaiwan) comprise 15% of ourpopulation. We have also welcomedboarding students from Europe, LatinAmerica and Australia. Within our daypopulation, 13% are African American,and nearly 10% include backgroundsthat are Middle Eastern, NativeAmerican and Hispanic. Because we are nonsectarian, we welcome studentsfrom diverse religious backgrounds. SEM also provides opportunities to travel and study abroad.

WELCOME TO SEM!Buffalo Seminary is Western New York’s onlyindependent day and boarding school for college-bound girls. Our school is located in the historicand bustling Elmwood Village neighborhood. Our intimate environment allows SEM girls tochallenge themselves and to thrive. Studentsreceive individual attention from outstandingfaculty who promote a learner-centeredclassroom. And because the average class sizeis 11, every student’s perspective is voiced andheard. At SEM, girls are excited to be part of aschool community where trust is intrinsic andindependent thinking is valued.

ACADEMICSAs a college preparatory school, SEM develops each girl’s intellect, widens herperspective, encourages active communityinvolvement, and equips her for a dynamicand purposeful life. Nonsectarian since ourfounding in 1851, we provide a culture ofmutual respect for individual differences.Our curriculum is designed to ensure thatall students are well grounded in all of the traditional disciplines. Within these disciplines, girls are inspired to pursue patterns of rigorous thought, fruitful reflection, and clear expression as skills essential to a process of lifelong learning.Our one-to-one tablet computer programensures that each girl learns to research and manage information with confidenceand sophistication. Our successful collegecounseling pairs an emphasis onachievement with finding the best fit so she can continue to flourish.

AN INDEPENDENT SCHOOLAt SEM, we believe in standards - but notstandardization. As an independentschool, we’re not limited by the Regentsrequirements mandated by New YorkState. By her junior and senior years, inaddition to taking honors and AdvancedPlacement courses, a SEM student canpursue electives that explore specificinterests such as urban studies, theater,oceanography or gothic literature. Moreimportantly, all SEM students areencouraged to pursue academic workwithin courses or by creating their own.Accredited by the New York StateAssociation of Independent Schools(NYSAIS), we are also a member of theNational Coalition of Girls’ Schools(NCGS), the Online School for Girls(OSG), and The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS).

TRADITIONSEven as we offer students access to 21st century learning, beloved traditions remain at the core of our school culture. From our dailyall-school Morning Meeting andsinging our alma mater, to ourAcademic and Social Honor Code, to the spirited fun of our Hornet-Jacket competitions, SEM iscommitted to creating a respectfuland dynamic community for bothstudents and faculty alike.

COMMUNITY SERVICECommunity service is an integral part of life atSEM. Through service to others, students discover their connections to thelarger community. Last year, 100% of ourstudents completed all of their communityservice projects. And along with its countless cultural activities, the city of Buffalo presents a world of opportunities andinspires SEM students to give back to thecommunities in which they live.

Live by honor. Invest in yourself, your community and your future.-SEM Academic and Social Honor Code

“I was struck by how well-prepared these girls will be for the diverse world they will soon lead.” -John Chubb, President, National Association of Independent Schools

ATHLETICSFrom our nationally competitive teamsand state-of-the-art facilities to club and contract sports opportunities, SEM offers a wide variety of choices forathletes of every skill level. We offer 18interscholastic sports teams, and aremembers of the Monsignor MartinLeague, the Midwest Girls’ LacrosseLeague, Mid-Atlantic District of theInter-Scholastic Sailing Association, U.S.Squash and U.S. Rowing. Contract sportsare available to students who haveexceptional talent in an athletic area notoffered at SEM. Recent students havecompeted in horseback riding, ice skating,skiing and dance. Our program promotesleadership, good sportsmanship,commitment, and individual as well asteam excellence.

A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE A SEM education fosters a multicultural,global perspective. The diversity andcohesion of our student population was remarked upon by John Chubb,P resident of the National Association of Independent Schools. “I toured theschool, guided by one local and oneinternational student. I was struck by their obvious kinship and by theaffection among students of all types, in classrooms, the cafeteria, thegymnasium, everywhere.” Studentsfrom Asia (China, Korea, Japan andTaiwan) comprise 15% of ourpopulation. We have also welcomedboarding students from Europe, LatinAmerica and Australia. Within our daypopulation, 13% are African American,and nearly 10% include backgroundsthat are Middle Eastern, NativeAmerican and Hispanic. Because we are nonsectarian, we welcome studentsfrom diverse religious backgrounds. SEM also provides opportunities to travel and study abroad.

WELCOME TO SEM!Buffalo Seminary is Western New York’s onlyindependent day and boarding school for college-bound girls. Our school is located in the historicand bustling Elmwood Village neighborhood. Our intimate environment allows SEM girls tochallenge themselves and to thrive. Studentsreceive individual attention from outstandingfaculty who promote a learner-centeredclassroom. And because the average class sizeis 11, every student’s perspective is voiced andheard. At SEM, girls are excited to be part of aschool community where trust is intrinsic andindependent thinking is valued.

ACADEMICSAs a college preparatory school, SEM develops each girl’s intellect, widens herperspective, encourages active communityinvolvement, and equips her for a dynamicand purposeful life. Nonsectarian since ourfounding in 1851, we provide a culture ofmutual respect for individual differences.Our curriculum is designed to ensure thatall students are well grounded in all of the traditional disciplines. Within these disciplines, girls are inspired to pursue patterns of rigorous thought, fruitful reflection, and clear expression as skills essential to a process of lifelong learning.Our one-to-one tablet computer programensures that each girl learns to research and manage information with confidenceand sophistication. Our successful collegecounseling pairs an emphasis onachievement with finding the best fit so she can continue to flourish.

AN INDEPENDENT SCHOOLAt SEM, we believe in standards - but notstandardization. As an independentschool, we’re not limited by the Regentsrequirements mandated by New YorkState. By her junior and senior years, inaddition to taking honors and AdvancedPlacement courses, a SEM student canpursue electives that explore specificinterests such as urban studies, theater,oceanography or gothic literature. Moreimportantly, all SEM students areencouraged to pursue academic workwithin courses or by creating their own.Accredited by the New York StateAssociation of Independent Schools(NYSAIS), we are also a member of theNational Coalition of Girls’ Schools(NCGS), the Online School for Girls(OSG), and The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS).

TRADITIONSEven as we offer students access to 21st century learning, beloved traditions remain at the core of our school culture. From our dailyall-school Morning Meeting andsinging our alma mater, to ourAcademic and Social Honor Code, to the spirited fun of our Hornet-Jacket competitions, SEM iscommitted to creating a respectfuland dynamic community for bothstudents and faculty alike.

COMMUNITY SERVICECommunity service is an integral part of life atSEM. Through service to others, students discover their connections to thelarger community. Last year, 100% of ourstudents completed all of their communityservice projects. And along with its countless cultural activities, the city of Buffalo presents a world of opportunities andinspires SEM students to give back to thecommunities in which they live.

Live by honor. Invest in yourself, your community and your future.-SEM Academic and Social Honor Code

“I was struck by how well-prepared these girls will be for the diverse world they will soon lead.” -John Chubb, President, National Association of Independent Schools

205 Bidwell ParkwayBuffalo, New York 14222

BuffaloSeminary.orgTwitter.com/BuffaloSeminary

Facebook.com/BuffaloSeminary

An independent day and boarding school for college-bound girls

READY TO LEARN MORE?Call 716.885.6780 email admission@buffaloseminary.org,

or visit www.BuffaloSeminary.org/apply today.

More Opportunities...for college-bound girls

"SEM does not aim to simplychurn out graduates, rather,each student who leaves SEMis a dreamer, a leader, and agood citizen. A SEM girl canchoose to pursue whicheverpath she desires and doesnot feel pigeonholed; hereshe is able to thrive in herown right."

MOLLY ‘14SGA President, National Honor Society

Queen’s University, Class of 2018

WHY SEM?As a private day and boarding school in a safe and affordable midsized city, SEM offers an independent college-preparatory education for young women through vibrant teaching, active learning, creative engagement, diversity and community spirit. Oursin not just a high school education, but a transformative experience.Some benefits that make SEM an exceptional choice include:• The all-girl advantage• Small classes and a hands-on advisory system• Beloved traditions combined with 21st century learning• A nonreligious, independent curriculum that goes beyond NYS Regents

• Technology that puts girls in control• Individualized college counseling• Athletic facilities that emphasize wellness and strength• A focus on the arts that inspires individual expression• A residential program that brings together girls from across the region and around the world

• A school spirit tradition that inspires the entire SEM communityby dividing students and faculty alike into Hornets and Jackets

“SEM pushed me through whatwas comfortable to resee theworld, to question, and then tostand-up for my beliefs withconfidence. SEM truly helpedshape who I am with its caringfaculty and unique curriculum.It’s a profound place. I’m proudto be a graduate.”

ARIANNA '13Cum Laude Society, Crew Coxswain Georgetown University, Class of 2017

205 Bidwell ParkwayBuffalo, New York 14222

BuffaloSeminary.orgTwitter.com/BuffaloSeminary

Facebook.com/BuffaloSeminary

An independent day and boarding school for college-bound girls

READY TO LEARN MORE?Call 716.885.6780 email admission@buffaloseminary.org,

or visit www.BuffaloSeminary.org/apply today.

More Opportunities...for college-bound girls

"SEM does not aim to simplychurn out graduates, rather,each student who leaves SEMis a dreamer, a leader, and agood citizen. A SEM girl canchoose to pursue whicheverpath she desires and doesnot feel pigeonholed; hereshe is able to thrive in herown right."

MOLLY ‘14SGA President, National Honor Society

Queen’s University, Class of 2018

WHY SEM?As a private day and boarding school in a safe and affordable midsized city, SEM offers an independent college-preparatory education for young women through vibrant teaching, active learning, creative engagement, diversity and community spirit. Oursin not just a high school education, but a transformative experience.Some benefits that make SEM an exceptional choice include:• The all-girl advantage• Small classes and a hands-on advisory system• Beloved traditions combined with 21st century learning• A nonreligious, independent curriculum that goes beyond NYS Regents

• Technology that puts girls in control• Individualized college counseling• Athletic facilities that emphasize wellness and strength• A focus on the arts that inspires individual expression• A residential program that brings together girls from across the region and around the world

• A school spirit tradition that inspires the entire SEM communityby dividing students and faculty alike into Hornets and Jackets

“SEM pushed me through whatwas comfortable to resee theworld, to question, and then tostand-up for my beliefs withconfidence. SEM truly helpedshape who I am with its caringfaculty and unique curriculum.It’s a profound place. I’m proudto be a graduate.”

ARIANNA '13Cum Laude Society, Crew Coxswain Georgetown University, Class of 2017

205 Bidwell ParkwayBuffalo, New York 14222

BuffaloSeminary.orgTwitter.com/BuffaloSeminary

Facebook.com/BuffaloSeminary

An independent day and boarding school for college-bound girls

READY TO LEARN MORE?Call 716.885.6780 email admission@buffaloseminary.org,

or visit www.BuffaloSeminary.org/apply today.

More Opportunities...for college-bound girls

"SEM does not aim to simplychurn out graduates, rather,each student who leaves SEMis a dreamer, a leader, and agood citizen. A SEM girl canchoose to pursue whicheverpath she desires and doesnot feel pigeonholed; hereshe is able to thrive in herown right."

MOLLY ‘14SGA President, National Honor Society

Queen’s University, Class of 2018

WHY SEM?As a private day and boarding school in a safe and affordable midsized city, SEM offers an independent college-preparatory education for young women through vibrant teaching, active learning, creative engagement, diversity and community spirit. Oursin not just a high school education, but a transformative experience.Some benefits that make SEM an exceptional choice include:• The all-girl advantage• Small classes and a hands-on advisory system• Beloved traditions combined with 21st century learning• A nonreligious, independent curriculum that goes beyond NYS Regents

• Technology that puts girls in control• Individualized college counseling• Athletic facilities that emphasize wellness and strength• A focus on the arts that inspires individual expression• A residential program that brings together girls from across the region and around the world

• A school spirit tradition that inspires the entire SEM communityby dividing students and faculty alike into Hornets and Jackets

“SEM pushed me through whatwas comfortable to resee theworld, to question, and then tostand-up for my beliefs withconfidence. SEM truly helpedshape who I am with its caringfaculty and unique curriculum.It’s a profound place. I’m proudto be a graduate.”

ARIANNA '13Cum Laude Society, Crew Coxswain Georgetown University, Class of 2017