Wasatch Academy Photo - Wasatch Academy sits on a beautiful 35-acre campus located in central Utah, 90 minutes south of Salt Lake City in the quaint town of Mt. Pleasant, Utah.

Best Utah Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 148 students located throughout Utah.

Top Utah Boarding Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
120 South 100 West
Mt. Pleasant, UT 84647
(435) 462-1400
Gr: 8-12, PG | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 70% Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Utah?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Utah.
What is the oldest boarding school in Utah?
Wasatch Academy, founded in 1875, is the oldest boarding school in Utah.

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