Worcester Academy
Since 1834, Worcester Academy has been creating life-changing experiences for students, families, and the community.
Our exceptional faculty inspires students to dig deeper and put forth effort that builds perseverance, character, and world-readiness.
Our students are engaged, empowered, and equipped to "Achieve the Honorable", now and throughout their lives.
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| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Worcester Academy | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1834 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 72 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 500 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 25% | 25% |
| % International Students | 20% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 35% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Casual but professional) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 13 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 20 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $60 million | $25 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $60,000 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $41,000 (Middle School tuition is $38000) | $33,500 |
| Tuition international students | $72,000 | $54,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $60,000 | $44,100 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 48% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $23,000 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Meghan Bennett | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Kevin Zifcak | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 19 | 16 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 23 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Amnesty International Club, Contemporary Band, Dance Team, Debate Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance, Green Team, Habitat for Humanity, Hillpoppas: Acapella Group, Kick Cancer (Jimmy Fund), Lance - Art & Literary Magazine, Model United Nations, Nuestra Voz, Robotics Team, Spanish Club, Student Leadership Committee, Tennis/ Chess Club, Ultimate Frisbee, Varsity Math Team, Vigornia (Newspaper), WA Math Team, World Cultures and Languages Arts and Music Programs: Afternoon Tunes Recreational Athletic Programs: Spectrum (Students of Color Affinity Group) | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Worcester Academy accreditations: NEASC, AISNE, NAIS, TABS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Cole Porter, 1909 - Broadway composer
- Jim Davis, 1962 - Chairman, New Balance Athletic Shoe
- John F. Dryden, 1857 - Founder Prudential Insurance, U.S. Senator
- Jonathan Starr, 1994 - Financial executive and philanthropist
- Alingon Mitra, 2004 - Comedian
- Kaz Grala, 2017 - Stock car racing driver
Profile last updated: 07/20/2021
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