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Wasatch Academy

5.00 (5 reviews)
120 South 100 West Mt. Pleasant UT 84647
Tel: (435) 462-1400
www.wasatchacademy.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 148 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $71,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $38,000
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 14 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Wasatch Academy Photo #4 - Wasatch Academy's central location provides access to the gateway of outdoor adventuring. With seven national monuments, six national forests, five national parks, 14 world-class ski resorts, and 45 state parks, the greatest snow on earth, and its natural beauty, Utah is a prime location for students looking to do more than just sit in a classroom.
Wasatch Academy Photo #5 - Wasatch Academy offers a myriad of engineering design courses such as, robotics, and rocketry with cross-collaboration in 3D animation & video game design, engineering, digital audio, industrial fabrication, and various levels of computer science.
Wasatch Academy Photo #6 - A stone's throw from recreational riding trails within the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains, our campus boasts unrivaled equestrian facilities including indoor and outdoor arenas, a three-mile cross-country course, 20-stall stable paddocks, and over 100 acres of open pasture.
Wasatch Academy Photo #7 - Experienced riders and curious newcomers alike will find the perfect degree of training and guidance tailored to their interests and needs in the Wasatch Academy equestrian program.
Wasatch Academy Photo #8 - Located in the heart of Utah, Wasatch Academy boasts unique access to more than a dozen world-class ski resorts.
Wasatch Academy Photo #9 - Wasatch Academy offers 16 different interscholastic high school sports and welcomes beginner to advanced student-athletes to participate.
Wasatch Academy Photo #10 - To develop a truly versatile education, Wasatch Academy's philosophy engages multiple styles of learning, both inside and out of the classroom.
Wasatch Academy Photo #11 - The English Language Learner Program at Wasatch Academy targets each of the four language communication skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Wasatch Academy Photo #12 - Wasatch Academy is committed to enhancing and supporting each student's unique learning style. Students with identified learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and anxiety, as well as twice-exceptional students, develop tools to realize their potential.
Wasatch Academy Photo #13 - Students engage in experiential learning opportunities that allow them to explore new and unique landscapes, practice leadership skills, and master technical skills.
Wasatch Academy Photo #14 - Our students are accepted into top universities both in the United States and around the world. Historically, 100% of graduating seniors attend competitive colleges and universities.
Wasatch Academy Photo #15 - Wasatch Academy's athletic program promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, respect, integrity, discipline, positivity, and commitment.
Wasatch Academy Photo #16 - Performing Arts at Wasatch Academy is a welcoming program for both new and experienced musical artists. Exploratory courses provide students with opportunities to discover their curiosities and talents across a variety of forms and genres.
Wasatch Academy Photo #17 - Outdoor and experiential education aims to provide students with a variety of meaningful learning opportunities that extend into their daily experiences. The program encourages students to explore new and unique landscapes, practice valuable leadership skills, and master technical skills through outdoor pursuits.
Wasatch Academy Photo #18 - Wasatch Academy's athletic program promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, respect, integrity, discipline, positivity, and commitment.
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About the School

  • Wasatch Academy, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah, is a college and life-preparatory boarding and day school for students grades 8-12 and postgraduates where every student is welcomed as they are and empowered to discover who they want to be. We provide a diverse and inclusive learning environment that prepares students to do good in our highly connected world through shared experiences.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 148 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $71,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $38,000
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 14 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Wasatch Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 271 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Diversity
High percentage of international students

School Overview

2026 School Data
Wasatch Academy
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
8-12, PG
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Dyslexia/ dysgraphia/ dyscalculia/ ADHD/ anxiety/ twice-exceptional
n/a
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1875
1906
Campus Size
35 acres
130 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor

Student Body

Enrollment
148 students
319 students
% Students of Color
22%
27%
% International Students
55%
21%
% Students Boarding
84%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
10 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
48%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
# of AP Courses Offered
13
18
Courses
AP Biology AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chinese Language & Culture
AP Computer ScienceAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Physics C: Mechanics
AP PrecalculusAP Psychology
AP US HistoryAP World History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$7.7 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$71,000
(Includes tuition, room, board, and most weekend activities)
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$38,000
$40,400
Tuition international students
$74,000
$58,650
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
$68,000
$50,000
% Students on Financial Aid
40%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$38,787
$25,000

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Admissions

Application Deadline
Dec. 14 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
Acceptance Rate
70%
64%
Director of Admissions
Ryan John
Jason Yang
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
19
17
Sports
BasketballCheering
ClimbingCross Country
Cross Country RunningEquestrian
Freestyle SkiingGolf
Mountain BikingRiding
Rock ClimbingSkiing
SnowboardingSoccer
SwimmingTennis
TrackTrack and Field
Volleyball
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Timothy Tiger

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
27
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Honor CouncilModel United Nations
National Honor SocietyPeer Tutoring
RoboticsStudent Ambassadors
Student Council (STUCO)Student Government
Student PrefectingSustainability Council
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
CeramicsChoir
Digital ArtsDigital Audio
DrawingEngineering Arts
GuitarOrchestra
PhotographyPrintmaking


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equestrian ProgramMountain Biking
Rock ClimbingSkateboarding
SkiingSnowboarding

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
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School Notes

  • Thank you for considering Wasatch Academy for your student.  We are excited to work with your family and look forward to learning more about what you are seeking in your student's educational journey!  Please call us at (800) 634-4690  or submit an inquiry form for us to reach out to you.
  • LD types supported: Dyslexia/ dysgraphia/ dyscalculia/ ADHD/ anxiety/ twice-exceptional
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wasatch Academy cost?
Wasatch Academy's tuition is approximately $71,000 for boarding students and $38,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Wasatch Academy?
The acceptance rate of Wasatch Academy is 70%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What sports does Wasatch Academy offer?
Wasatch Academy offers 19 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Equestrian, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Mountain Biking, Riding, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Wasatch Academy's ranking?
Wasatch Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of international students.
When is the application deadline for Wasatch Academy?
The application deadline for Wasatch Academy is Dec. 14 / Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 14 / Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

Alumni Reviews Review School

Review
Description

Class of 1986
5.00
UMR
I was blessed with the opportunity to attend Wasatch as a teenager, and the experience shaped my life. In the years that followed, I have continued to follow the school, and I hope to one. . .

Class of 2012
5.00
Cornell College
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). . .

Class of 2011
5.00
Brandeis University
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. . .
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  • Grades: 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 148 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $71,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $38,000
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 14 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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