Wilbraham & Monson Academy
About the School
- 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.
- WMA opened a $20 million Community Commons, which includes conversion of a mid-19th century chapel into a stunning dining hall. Our 5,000-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.
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Wilbraham & Monson Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 271 schools) for:
School Overview
2026 School Data
Wilbraham & Monson Academy
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1804
1906
Campus Size
400 acres
130 acres
School Motto
Live Clean. Speak True. Work Hard. Play Fair.
Student Body
Enrollment
400 students
319 students
% Students of Color
15%
27%
% International Students
33%
21%
% Students Boarding
50%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Blazers on Mondays and formal days. All other days business casual.
Blazers on Mondays and formal days. All other days business casual.
Casual
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
73%
73%
Summer Program Details
# of AP Courses Offered
24
18
Courses
AP Art 2D DesignAP Art 3D Design
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Computer Science AAP Computer Science Principles
AP Environmental ScienceAP French
AP Human GeographyAP Language & Composition
AP LatinAP Literature & Composition
AP Macro- Global EconomyAP Microeconomics
AP Music TheoryAP Physics C: Mechanics
AP PsychologyAP Research
AP SeminarAP Spanish
AP StatisticsAP United States History
AP World History: Modern
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$12 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$80,800
(Fees are not included.)
(Fees are not included.)
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$68,000
$50,000
% Students on Financial Aid
37%
40%
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
40%
64%
Director of Admissions
Fumio Suhgihara
Elyse Dunbar
Elyse Dunbar
Associate Director of Admissions
Elyse Dunbar
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Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
24
17
Colors
Scarlet & Navy
School Mascot
Titan
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
42
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Architecture ClubAsian Student Alliance
Atlas NewspaperBlack Student Union
Captains CouncilChess Club
Class CouncilClub Latino
Community Service TeamDorm Prefects
Finance Entrepreneurship Business SocietyFood Club
Gay Straight AllianceGlobal Scholars
Gold Key ClubJewish Student Alliance
Math TeamMath Tutors
Peer CounselorsRobotics Club
Science OlympiadStone Society
Student GovernmentWMA Design Fellows
Writing TutorsYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Academy SingersChamber Ensemble
DanceMosaic Harmony
Rubicon Literary MagazineTechnical Theatre
TheaterTitan Jazz Ensemble
Winter Session Music Lab
Recreational Athletic Programs:
College Matriculation
Year: 2019 - 2024
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Bentley University
14
Boston University
12
NYU
12
Syracuse University
12
Northeastern University
10
Tufts University
9
Cornell University
6
Harvard University
4
Union College
4
United States Military Academy at West Point
3
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 Western 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.
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wilbraham & Monson Academy cost?
Wilbraham & Monson Academy's tuition is approximately $80,800 for boarding 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 24 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Riflery, Rugby, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, 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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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. . .
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. . .
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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