Worcester Academy

About

Worcester Academy is a leading day and boarding school for grades 6 through 12 and postgraduates, located just 45 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1834, the school offers a dynamic, real-world education in a diverse and inclusive community. Students benefit from small class sizes, strong faculty relationships, and a curriculum that emphasizes curiosity, creativity, and character.
The 71-acre campus in the heart of Worcester provides a vibrant backdrop for learning and growth. Middle School students build confidence and community in a nurturing environment. In the Upper School, students pursue rigorous academics, including 19 honors and 21 AP courses, and receive individualized support through daily Collaborative and Cooperative Learning periods and small advisory groups.
At Worcester Academy, students are known, challenged, and supported as whole individuals. They thrive in classrooms, labs, studios, and on the field—whether exploring STEM, expressing themselves through the arts, or growing through a robust athletic program that fosters leadership, resilience, and excellence.
Worcester Academy graduates leave prepared not just for college, but for lives of purpose and impact.

Extracurriculars

Worcester Academy offers a wide range of programs that allow students to discover passions, explore new interests, and grow as learners, leaders, and community members.

Signature offerings include:

Robust Athletics Program
50+ teams across three seasons, including crew, volleyball, swimming, skiing, and championship-winning basketball and soccer programs. Athletes benefit from elite coaching, collegiate exposure, and the new 72,000 square-foot Capozzoli Athletic Center.

Visual and Performing Arts
Middle and Upper School students explore studio art, ceramics, photography, digital design, music, and theater. Highlights include the All-School Musical, open studio sessions, and performances in our historic Warner Theater and black box Performance Center.

STEM and Innovation
Hands-on, project-based courses in robotics, engineering, marine science, and advanced math. Students participate in science fairs, the NASA TechRise challenge, and design-based electives like 3D printing and digital fabrication.

Student Leadership
More than 250 leadership roles, including Board of Monitors, PILLARS peer educators, dorm proctors, and club leaders. Leadership development is integrated into academic, athletic, and residential life.

Community Engagement and Service Learning
Students engage in authentic service experiences through local partnerships, issue-based projects, and programs.

Global and Cultural Programming
Students represent 20 countries and take part in affinity groups, international celebrations, and globally themed events like the Middle School Global Summit and Multicultural Potluck.

College Counseling and Postgraduate Program
Individualized college counseling begins early and includes seminars, mock interviews, and test prep. Our longstanding postgraduate program offers academic and athletic development for students preparing for college.

Middle School Minimesters
End-of-year interdisciplinary programs that spark creativity and critical thinking. Topics have included podcasting, stock market analysis, global fashion, and movement science.

Student-Led Clubs and Competitions
Over 55 active clubs, from DECA Business Club to Creative Writing, Model UN, and Science Olympiad. Clubs are student-driven and evolve each year based on interest.

Advisory and Wellness Programs
Daily advisory meetings and wellness programming support students socially, emotionally, and academically. Signature initiatives include Wellness Day, PILLARS peer educators, and a dedicated counseling team.

Enrollment

540