Founded in 1875, Wasatch Academy is a richly diverse community of boarding students, faculty, and staff. The campus is home to students from more than 25 countries and 27 states, providing a unique opportunity for students seeking to be fully immersed in American culture while becoming a part of a global community. The courses provided throughout the school year blend project-based learning and a specialized one-on-one educational approach. This approach is proven to prepare students for university, career, and life. Lesson plans are molded to fit each unique student aiming not only to help them understand information, but also to learn invaluable life skills in critical thinking, communication, creativity, and innovation. Every student has an advisor that provides academic, social, and personal support. As you grow intellectually and socially, you come to understand yourself, gain confidence in your abilities, and envision the places you will go. Living together around the clock with teachers, coaches, dorm parents, and friends allows for an enriching, life-changing experience. Full-time dorm parents regularly teach about making safe, wise decisions, staying healthy, and building good character. The clean and safe location of Mount Pleasant, Utah, allows students to focus on academic pursuits during the week and enjoy weekends filled with numerous activities. Students can enjoy Utah`s great outdoor recreation as well as various cultural, recreational, and service-based activities in nearby cities and local areas. At Wasatch Academy, students pursue their passions, find their purpose, and discover a sense of who they are.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: (Boarding) 8-12, PG
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $37,300
- Acceptance rate: 89%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Wasatch Academy ranks among the top 10 schools with < 200 students (out of 91 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1875
1906
Campus Size
35 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
181 students
314 students
% Students of Color
18%
25%
% International Students
36%
20%
% Students Boarding
85%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
9
17
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$7.7 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$68,000
(tuition, room, and board)
(tuition, room, and board)
$63,120
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$37,300
$35,700
Tuition international students
$70,800
$54,500
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$65,000
$44,900
Summer Program Cost
$11,000
(Summer Experience (six weeks): $11,000, Summer Dash (three-week session): $5,500)
(Summer Experience (six weeks): $11,000, Summer Dash (three-week session): $5,500)
% Students on Financial Aid
39%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$40,850
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
89%
60%
Director of Admissions
Katrina Parry
Rebecca Nied
Rebecca Nied
Associate Director of Admissions
Jason Yang
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
9
17
Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP English Language/Composition, AP Physics, AP Computer Science, AP English Lit/Composition, AP Psychology, AP U.S History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
23
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
16
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Honor Council, Model United Nations, National Honors Society, Robotics, Student Council (STUCO), Student Government, Sustainability Council, Wasatka (Yearbook)
Arts and Music Programs:
Student Prefecting
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equestrian Program, Mountain Biking, Outdoors, Rock Climbing, Skateboarding, Ski, Snowboarding
Honor Council, Model United Nations, National Honors Society, Robotics, Student Council (STUCO), Student Government, Sustainability Council, Wasatka (Yearbook)
Arts and Music Programs:
Student Prefecting
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equestrian Program, Mountain Biking, Outdoors, Rock Climbing, Skateboarding, Ski, Snowboarding
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Wasatch Academy is a co-educational community and home to students from more than 30 countries and 35 states. Our specialized style of project-based learning is creative but intensive and focuses on helping every student reach their highest potential.
- The academic opportunities are plenty; the student-to-teacher ratio is 12:1, and over 130 courses are offered in 12 subject areas. Students complete course requirements with a deep content understanding and personal ownership of their learning. They also gain respect for the environment and attain a powerful awareness of how communities are interconnected.
- While at Wasatch Academy, students are given many opportunities to fill their resume with leadership positions, athletic participation, art experience, community service, and much more.
- Students learn personal and global responsibility through engaging classroom discussions, college counseling support, and real-life experiences of helping others inside and outside the school community.
- Wasatch Academy students attend universities such as Standford, Harvard, Duke, Yale, Johns Hopkins, Penn, Dartmouth, Caltech, Cornell, Berkeley University of California, UCLA, MIT, and many more.
- Wasatch Academy accreditations: National Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Boarding Schools, Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wasatch Academy cost?
Wasatch Academy's tuition is approximately $68,000 for boarding students and $37,300 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Wasatch Academy?
The acceptance rate of Wasatch Academy is 89%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
What sports does Wasatch Academy offer?
Wasatch Academy offers 23 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cheering, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Equestrian, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Mountain Biking, Riding, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field and Volleyball. Wasatch Academy is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
Does Wasatch Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Wasatch Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Wasatch Academy's ranking?
Wasatch Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Wasatch Academy?
The application deadline for Wasatch Academy is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Description
Rural area, international environment, attentive staff and faculty, student-focus activities-those are what Wasatch is praised for but what really impressed me was a speech given on Founder's Day about our endowment. Mr Loftin (school headmaster). . .
Wasatch Academy's location in central Utah definitely adds a very unique feel to the school Even though Mt. Pleasant is a rural town, the proximity to Provo and SLC allows students to get the best. . .
Wasatch Academy Alumni #3
Class of 2004
5.007/11/2004
The Wharton School at The University of Pennsylvania
Class of 2004
5.007/11/2004
The Wharton School at The University of Pennsylvania
While at Wasatch Academy I debated within a circuit of international independent schools; accordingly, I gained knowledge of a number of other private (boarding) secondary institutions. In the following answers, I draw upon several. . .
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