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We are here to guide you each step of the way.

Considering where you will spend your high school years is a big decision. We think the best part of the process is meeting you and your family. We want to make your experience personal. Our Admission Office provides support on every step of your WRA journey, from the application process to the millions of dollars in financial aid we provide to families each year.

It's time to get started!

Application Process

  • You can apply to WRA by submitting a Gateway to Prep Schools Application, or by completing our PDF application. Make sure to follow form instructions and complete every part.
  • Sign up for a standardized test. Grades 8 and 9 should take the SSAT, Grades 10-12 and PG should take PSAT, ACT or SAT. International Students should take the SSAT and TOEFL. Please be aware of the deadlines to sign up for these tests and plan ahead.
    • The SSAT will be administered at WRA on: Oct. 15, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 7, Feb. 11, March 4.
  • Call 330-650-9717 or email admission@wra.net to schedule a shadow day and interview.

Online Application

PDF Application

Important Deadlines

Completed day student applications are due to the Admission Office by Dec. 13, 2016, and notification of decision is sent on Jan. 6, 2017. Completed boarding student applications are due to the Admission Office by Feb. 1, 2017, and notification of decision is sent on March 9, 2017.

After Feb. 1, 2017, applications are welcome and will be considered as long as spaces are available. Because students are often applying to schools with varied admission deadlines, the admission committee, in some cases can give applicants an "early read." Applicants and their families can request an early read by contacting Dan Morrissey, Dean of Admission & Financial Aid, at morrisseyd@wra.net.

Please call the Admission Office, 330-650-9717, if you have any questions about the application. We look forward to receiving your application.

International Applicants

  • Your application to Western Reserve Academy must be completed and the application fee received before scheduling an interview. You may submit a Gateway to Prep Schools Application or apply through SSAT.
  • Test Requirements: TOEFL (minimum score: 90) & SSAT (TOEFL Jr., IELTS, and SLEP tests are not accepted)
  • All international applicants must submit a copy of their passport with the application.

Additional Instructions for applicants from mainland China:
  • All Chinese applicants are required to have an in-person interview. Applicants and their families should contact WRA's Shanghai Admission Representative Ms. Jessie Chen, at chenj@wra.net.
  • You must start the online application and pay the application fee before scheduling an interview with Ms. Chen.
  • Click here to schedule an interview in China.
    • Upcoming interview locations and dates:
      • Shanghai: Oct. 30, Nov. 6, Nov. 13, Dec. 24, Jan. 7, Jan. 14
      • Beijing: Dec. 11-13
      • Shenzen: Dec. 16, Dec. 18
  • For additional questions, please view this FAQ from Ms. Chen.

Admission Resources

Follow along as Dean of Admission & Financial Aid Dan Morrissey walks you through how to apply to WRA, financial aid and standardized testing.

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