Wilbraham & Monson Academy (2025 Profile)

5.00 (11 reviews)

Tel: (413) 596-9107

423 Main Street
Wilbraham, MA 01095

www.wma.us

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Wilbraham & Monson Academy, voted 7-time TheRepublican/MassLive Reader Raves winner for "Best Private School" in Western Massachusetts, is for students who are looking for a transformational educational community.

WMA is a global experience that features 24 Advanced Placement courses and various honors tracks and creates global thinkers by offering a curriculum that integrates the mastery of traditional core disciplines while also incorporating courses specific to our Center for Entrepreneurship, Economics & Finance and our financial Trading Center.

Our 4,800-square-foot state-of-the-art iLab, $6.2 million Athenaeum Library and athletic facilities complement our 400-acre campus, allowing students to engage in more than 30 competitive, recreational or civic activities.

We aim to create future leaders, who investigate opportunities for intellectual growth, integrate by seeking intercultural connections, and innovate by practicing critical reasoning and entrepreneurial thinking.

WMA also offers college counseling as part of its program, as well as an advisor program, student promotion, many leadership and club opportunities, online courses and a unique travel program.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 8-12, PG
Grades: (Day Students) 6-12, PG
Enrollment: 400 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $75,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $45,000
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Wilbraham & Monson Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2024 School Data

Wilbraham & Monson Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

8-12, PG

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

6-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1804

1907

Campus Size

400 acres

125 acres

School Motto

Live Clean, Speak True, Work Hard, Play Fair

School Mascot

Titan

School Calendar

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Student Body

Enrollment

400 students

319 students

% Students of Color

15%

27%

% International Students

33%

20%

% Students Boarding

50%

70%

Average SAT Score

1207
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Blazers on Mondays and formal days. All other days business casual.

Casual

Average Class Size

15 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

5:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

76%

72%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$12 million

$30 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$75,500
(Fees are not included.)

$66,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$45,000
(Fees are not included.)

$36,000

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$65,500

$49,300

% Students on Financial Aid

37%

40%

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Acceptance Rate

40%

64%

Director of Admissions

Kate Gaw

Associate Director of Admissions

Elyse Dunbar

Application URL

Online Application

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Advance Placement Language & Composition , Advanced Placement Art: 2D Design , Advanced Placement Art: 3D Design, Advanced Placement Biology, Advanced Placement Calculus AB & BC, Advanced Placement Chemistry, Advanced Placement Environmental Science, Advanced Placement French, Advanced Placement Human Geography, Advanced Placement Latin , Advanced Placement Literature & Composition , Advanced Placement Macroeconomics, Advanced Placement Microeconomics, Advanced Placement Music Theory, Advanced Placement Physics C, Advanced Placement Research (AP Capstone year 2), Advanced Placement Seminar (AP Capstone year 1), Advanced Placement Spanish, Advanced Placement Statistics, Advanced Placement United States History , Advanced Placement World History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Architecture Club, Asian Student Alliance, Atlas Newspaper, Best Buddies, Black Student Union, Calligraphy Club, Captains Council, Chess Club, Class Council, Club Latino, Community Service Team, Dorm Prefects, Fashion Club, Finance Entrepreneurship Business Society, Food Club, French Club, Gardening Club, Gay Straight Alliance, Global Leaders, Global Scholars, Gold Key Club, Harmonia, Jewish Student Alliance, Math Team, Math Tutors, Peer Counselors, Robotics Club, Science Olympiad, Stone Society, Student Activities Club, Student Government, Titan Talks Podcast Club, WMA Design Fellows, Writing Tutors, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
Academy Singers, Chamber Ensemble, Dance, Mosaic Harmony, Rubicon Literary Magazine, Technical Theatre, Theater, Titan Jazz Ensemble, Winter Session Music Lab

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness, Instructional Tennis, Outdoor Program, Snowboarding, Tai Chi, Yoga

College Matriculation

Year: 2019 - 2024

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Bentley University

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School Notes

Wilbraham & Monson Academy is an independent, college-preparatory, coeducational middle and upper school for boarding and day students. Located in Wilbraham, Massachusetts, a suburban community in south-central Massachusetts, Wilbraham & Monson Academy, offers a transformational experience where students become challenge-seeking citizens and leaders of an evolving world. Our academic program aims to create global thinkers by offering a curriculum that integrates the mastery of traditional core disciplines such as English, Math, Science, Foreign Language, and the Arts, while also incorporating courses specific to economics, entrepreneurship, and global studies. We also combine the innovative curriculum of our Center for Entrepreneurship, Economics and Finance with a strong college preparatory program, which includes 23 Advanced Placement courses and various honors tracks. Our CEEF program is designed to give students a comprehensive introduction to their role as global citizens and leaders in an increasingly interconnected world economy. Students are taught to think like entrepreneurs, to analyze current and historical issues and to investigate economic and social issues. Students are also able to utilize our Trading Center in an effort to understand and engage in active research and trading in order to gain an understanding of the global financial environment.
Outside of the classroom students have the opportunity to engage in more than 30 competitive, recreational or civic activities ranging from varsity level sports, community service, outdoor adventure, dance and theatre. Our mission and goal is to create ethical young men and women. Future leaders, who investigate opportunities for intellectual growth, integrate by seeking intercultural connections, interact with others respectfully and effectively and innovate by practicing critical reasoning and entrepreneurial thinking.
Wilbraham & Monson Academy accreditations: NEASC, TABS, AISNE
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mark Shenkman - Director of Shenkman Capital Management
- Nitya Pibulsonggram - Thai Foreign Minister, Former Thai Ambassador to the United Nations
- Bill James - Rockport Capital Partners
- Bill Guerin - NHL hockey player
- Bob Lappin - Conductor, Palm Beach Orchestra
- Olaf Halvorrsen - Received Royal Norwegian Order of Merit
- Galway Kinnel - Author/Poet

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wilbraham & Monson Academy cost?

Wilbraham & Monson Academy's tuition is approximately $75,500 for boarding students and $45,000 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Wilbraham & Monson Academy?

The acceptance rate of Wilbraham & Monson Academy is 40%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.

Who are famous alumni from Wilbraham & Monson Academy?

Wilbraham & Monson Academy famous alumni include: Mark Shenkman, Nitya Pibulsonggram, Bill James, Bill Guerin, Bob Lappin, Olaf Halvorrsen and Galway Kinnel.

What sports does Wilbraham & Monson Academy offer?

Wilbraham & Monson Academy offers 28 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Markmanship, Mountain Biking, Riflery, Rugby, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. Wilbraham & Monson Academy is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.

Does Wilbraham & Monson Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Wilbraham & Monson Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Wilbraham & Monson Academy's ranking?

Wilbraham & Monson Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Wilbraham & Monson Academy?

The application deadline for Wilbraham & Monson Academy is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Wilbraham & Monson Academy Alumni #1
Class of 1980
5.0012/12/2016
senior

I think WMA is extremely unique when it comes to the diversity and cultures that students are exposed to. Throughout my years at WMA I have met many students from different parts of the United. . .

Wilbraham & Monson Academy Alumni #2
Class of 2011
5.0012/3/2016
Hartwick College

I attending WMA and unlike any other private school I was able to receive a global education, create great relationships and visit places all over the world. . .

Wilbraham & Monson Academy Alumni #3
Class of 2015
5.007/6/2015
Trinity College

One aspect that sets Wilbraham and Monson Academy a part from other similar private institutions is the CEGS Department. CEGS stands for Center for Entrepreneurial and Global Studies, and is in place of a traditional. . .

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