Wasatch Academy

Mount Pleasant

Utah

United States

Overview

At Wasatch Academy, learning is an experience. Our specialized style of project-based learning is creative but intensive and focuses on helping every student reach their highest potential in any given field. Wasatch Academy students study topics in depth, exploring the intersection of ideas and disciplines. Along the way, students master core academic content and make valuable observations about how they learn. 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. At Wasatch Academy, you are given many opportunities to fill your resume with leadership positions, athletic participation, music involvement, art experience, community service, and much more. You 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. Learning Services The Learning Services program at Wasatch Academy emphasizes respect and dignity with a goal to build a positive community of learners who are recognized and appreciated for their unique learning abilities and styles. Students that participate in the various program offerings develop as strong independent learners by the time they go to college or a university. Campus Life Wasatch Academy welcomes students from 35 different countries and 30+ states. In our small and nurturing school community, we get to know you and everybody fits in. Students make life-long friends with their peers from all over the world. Every student has an advisor that provides academic, social, and personal support. As you grow intellectually and socially, you come to understand yourself, your abilities, and envision the places you will go. Full-time dorm parents regularly teach about making safe, wise decisions, staying healthy, and building good character. Outdoor Adventure Wasatch Academy location in central Utah gives us a gateway to outdoor adventuring. Hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, camping...and so much more! With five national parks and the greatest snow on earth, Utah is a prime location for students looking to do more than just sit in a classroom. Athletics When it comes to athletics, we are all in! We teach how to be a team player, how to cooperate, and how to develop a healthy approach to competition.

Academics

Summary: A truly versatile education is developed through multiple styles of learning, taking place both in and out of the classroom. Wasatch Academy focuses on promoting a healthy blend of individualized and group learning experiences. Students grow academically and personally. They develop a sense of self-empowerment at school and in every aspect of their lives.

Department Director J Dianne Brederson

Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Average Class Size: 12

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 50

Number of AP Courses Offered: 17

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 50%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

English

Classics
Creative Writing
Literature

History

European History
United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Humanities / Social Sciences

Psychology

Sciences

Anatomy
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physical Science
Physics

Math

Computer Studies

Computer Applications
Multimedia
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Web Design

Music

Band
Electronic Music
Individual Instructions
Music Appreciation
Orchestra
Recording
Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

Special Programs

Community Service
Exchange Programs
Leadership
Outdoor Education

Distinctive or New Programs

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 7

Average Students Per Dorm: 38

Number of Girls Dorms: 3

Number of Boys Dorms: 4

Dorm Amenities

Game Room
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Student Life

In the residential community, much more than academics are on our mind. We learn how to care for ourselves and others, we learn the value of becoming a solid member of a community, and we experience how little things make a difference. Residents form a community within a community, strengthened by shared activities, meals, and discussions. We encourage our students to engage in thoughtful conversations, reflection, and positive action.

Facilities

Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Indoor Basketball Court
Indoor Climbing Wall
Technology Center
Volleyball Court

Other Facilities

Private Ski Hill
Outdoor Skateboard & BMX Park
Activity Center

Clubs & Organizations

Amnesty International
Astronomy Club
Chess Club
Community Service
Dorm Proctors
Drama Club
Fencing Club
Habitat for Humanity
Honor Council
Horseback Riding
International Club
Literary Magazine
Math Club
Model UN
National Honor Society
Peer Tutoring
Photography Club
Skateboarding Club
Snowboarding Club
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Theater Club
Weightlifting Club
Yearbook
Yoga Club

Arts & Athletics

Summary: The Wasatch Academy Arts program encompasses everything from visual art practices to music theory and recording. Students can explore their creative passions within the Studio Arts building, state of the art recording studio, or renowned music conservatory. From the facilities, to the teachers, Wasatch Academy is among the top performing arts boarding schools where you’ll have access to great resources to help you grow. Whether you are a beginner or very experienced in the arts, you will get great instruction at Wasatch Academy. When it comes to athletics, we are all in! Being on a team teaches students much more than the basic fundamentals of how to kick a ball, swing a racket or sink a basketball. While skill development and being physically fit are emphasized, much more is learned: how to be a team player, how to cooperate, and how to develop a healthy approach to competition. Many of Wasatch Academy’s sports teams are top ranked within their leagues. It’s why we believe our athletic program is among the best in the US. Whether students play a sport that is already a favorite or try something new, Wasatch Academy coaches help develop skills and lay the foundations for lifelong fitness. In the process, you gain confidence, form friendships, and have fun!

Arts Department Director: Laura Prenot

Athletics Department Director: Travis Madsen

Notable Achievements: #1 Nationally Ranked Boys' Varsity Basketball Team

Arts

Interscholastic Sports

Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country Running
Dance
Equestrian
Freestyle Skiing
Golf
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Martial Arts
Mountain Biking
Outdoor Education
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball

Recreational Sports

Aerobics
Alpine Skiing
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Camping
Canoeing
Cheerleading
Cross Country Running
Dance
Equestrian
Fencing
Freestyle Skiing
Golf
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Kayaking
Martial Arts
Mountain Biking
Outdoor Education
Paddle Tennis
Racquetball
Rafting
Rock Climbing
Sailing
Skateboarding
Ski Jumping
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Weight Lifting

Graduates

Summary: In addition to an excellent learning experience, Wasatch Academy has experienced college counselors and faculty who will prepare students for college. The college counselors take a student-centric and strategic approach to understanding a student’s passions, motivations, and long-term goals. Boasting a 100% college acceptance rate, we assist students with the rigors of the college application process so that they can enroll in the college or university of their choice. Wasatch Academy graduates take many paths. Our students are accepted into top universities in the United States and around the world. The college counselors work closely to get to know students and guide them through the college admissions process. Our goal for students is fundamental and more permanent than preparation for a specific group of colleges or for standardized tests. A Wasatch Academy education is for life.

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile
75th percentile

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

The College of William and Mary: 3

Brandeis University: 3

Purdue University: 5

University of California, Santa Barbara: 3

University of California, Berkeley: 1

Notable Alumni

Ann Kirkpatrick

Class of

In 1980 she became Coconino County's first female Deputy County Attorney and she later served the people of Sedona as City Attorney.

Sonita Alizadeh

Class of 2018

Sonita Alizadeh is an Afghan rapper and activist who has been vocal against forced marriages.

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 8%

Average Merit Scholarship: 2,000

Current Endowment Amount: $4,900,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: Coed

Total Boarding: 217

Total Day: 69

Total Enrollment: 286

Boys: 183

Girls: 103

Boarding Grades Offered: 8-12

Day Grades Offered: 8-12

School Type: Middle, High School, Post-grad

Dress Code: Casual

Applications Accepted: SAO, Gateway to Prep

Application Deadline: Rolling

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $59,900

5-Day Boarding: $56,900

Day Tuition Fee: $32,800

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 40%

Average Awarded: $37,000

School Finances