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Wasatch Academy Photo #0 - Wasatch Academy sits on a beautiful 35-acre campus located in central Utah, 90 minutes south of Salt Lake City in the quaint town of Mt. Pleasant, Utah.

Wasatch Academy

Wasatch Academy, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah, is a college and life-preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 8-12 and postgraduates, where every student is welcomed as they are and empowered to discover who they want to be.
We provide a diverse and inclusive learning environment that prepares students to do good in our highly connected world through shared experiences.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked UT School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 144 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $71,000
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Wasatch Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/ dysgraphia/ dyscalculia/ ADHD/ anxiety/ twice-exceptional
Year Founded
1875
Colors
Black, Black/Orange
School Calendar
Campus Size
35 acres

Student Body

Total Students
144 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Wasatch Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
48%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
13 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chinese Language & Culture
AP Computer Science AAP English Language and Composition
Ap English Literature and CompositionAP Physics C: Mechanics
AP PrecalculusAP Psychology
AP US HistoryAP World History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Includes tuition, room, board, and most weekend activities
% on Financial Aid
38%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$38,787
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Ryan John
Admissions Associate
Jason Yang
Application URL
Endowment Size
$7.7 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Honor CouncilModel United Nations
National Honor SocietyPeer Tutoring
RoboticsStudent Ambassadors
Student Council (STUCO)Student Government
Student PrefectingSustainability Council
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
CeramicsChoir
Digital ArtsDigital Audio
DrawingEngineering Arts
GuitarOrchestra
PhotographyPrintmaking


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Equestrian ProgramMountain Biking
Rock ClimbingSkateboarding
SkiingSnowboarding

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Timothy Tiger
  • Thank you for considering Wasatch Academy for your student. We are excited to work with your family and look forward to learning more about what you are seeking in your student's educational journey! Please call us at (800) 634-4690 or submit an inquiry form for us to reach out to you.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wasatch Academy cost?
Wasatch Academy's tuition is approximately $71,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Wasatch Academy?
The acceptance rate of Wasatch Academy is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Wasatch Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Utah with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Wasatch Academy offer?
Wasatch Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Climbing, Cross Country, Equestrian, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Wasatch Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Utah for most sports offered.
What is Wasatch Academy's ranking?
Wasatch Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Wasatch Academy?
The application deadline for Wasatch Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked UT School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 144 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $71,000
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Utah is $13,334 for elementary schools and $17,046 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Utah is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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