Western Reserve Academy

  • Founded: 1826
  • Address: 115 College St - Ohio, United States (Map)
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The Application Process

Thank you for your interest in Western Reserve Academy! We're thrilled to get to know you throughout the application process. Please know that we are always an email or phone call away to answer questions and provide any kind of assistance.

Step 1: Inquire

Fill out our Inquiry form to start the Application process. Check your mailbox — we’ll mail you our Viewbook and check your inbox for the next steps in this exciting adventure!

Step 2: Visit & Interview

We are thrilled that you're interested in learning more about everything WRA has to offer. We are welcoming visitors to campus you will still be able to meet a student ambassador, safely tour our beautiful 190-acre campus, and ask tons of questions to our tour guides and admission directors!

Please plan on spending at least an hour and a half with us. This allows time for the campus tour and interview. We are sad you won't be able to experience a morning meeting or shadow day but we’d love to have you stay engaged! We’re happy to connect you virtually with our faculty members and coaches in your academic and extracurricular interests. Jump to our Visit page to learn more or schedule today by contacting our office at admission@wra.net or 330-650-9717.

We understand that not everyone can make it to campus. We’re happy to arrange a Skype interview with you so we can learn about each other. Another way for you to learn more about WRA is by registering for a Virtual Admission Event, which can be found on our events page. Please note that an interview is required as part of the application process.

Step 3: Apply

Apply to Western Reserve Academy using one of the following application portals:

Western Reserve Academy utilizes a secure online system called Ravenna to manage applications. Click the button above to create your account and start the application process. Through Ravenna, families can submit required components and track the application process.

Western Reserve Academy also uses the Standard Application Online (SAO).

In addition to an interview and the written parts of our application, we require the submission of your transcripts, a recommendation from your school Principal or counselor, and recommendations from your current English and math teachers. The above applications will walk you through these steps. Please contact our office if you ever have questions at admission@wra.net or 330-650-9717.

If you are applying for Financial Aid, please review our Tuition and Affording WRA page for instructions and deadlines.

International Applicants

  • Please click here for more information on the international application process.

Step 4: Required Testing

For the current year Admission season, WRA will be flexible with their standardized test requirement. We strongly suggest your best efforts to fulfill this requirement, however, we understand there may be some restrictions and want to work with you. Please be in touch with your assigned Admission counselor to figure out the best course of action.

ISEE Standardized Testing At-Home Option

WRA will offer an ISEE at-home option on Monday, February 8, beginning at 8:30 a.m. EDT. For those who are interested, please email Megan McArn-Valentine at admission@wra.net. Space is limited. Test results will be available in time for day student application review. Registration closes Feb. 3.

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