Wayland Academy is a co-educational boarding high school in the heartland of Wisconsin, USA.
We are located between Madison and Milwaukee and just a short 2 hour drive from Chicago! We have 200 students grades 9-12 & post-graduate representing over 30 countries.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,500
- Acceptance rate: 22%
- Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / May. 30 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Wayland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1855
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 15 / May. 30 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,500
Tuition Notes
Additional information about affording Wayland and financing your education can be found at our website.
Summer Program Cost
$3,000
Summer Program Cost Notes
The price is reduced to $1,500 for Wisconsin state residents
% on Financial Aid
60%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$35
Acceptance Rate
22%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Andrea Chesley
Admissions Associate
Bryanna Michaletz
Endowment Size
$20 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Wayland Academyis a co-educational boarding high school in the heartland of Wisconsin, USA. We are located between Madison and Milwaukee and just a short 2 hour drive from Chicago! We have 200 students grades 9-12 & post-graduate representing over 30 countries.Wayland Academy is the epitome of Midwest warmth, the perfect blend of global culture, artistic growth, athleticism, and academic rigor. Our signature programs include STEAM, Media Studies, Environmental Science, and Student Success.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George E. Taylor - 1879. First African-American to run for the office of President of the United States.
- Zona Gale - 1891. First woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama (1921), for "Miss Lola Bett."
- Addie Joss - 1898. Pitcher; Cleveland Naps (AL); Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Ned Merriam - 1905. Competed at the 1908 London Olympics (400 Meters); coached track & field at: Iowa State, Texas A&M, DePauw, Yale, and U. of Chicago. Football & Track athlete at Chicago (coached by Amos Alonzo Stagg).
- Raymond Patterson - 1940. President/G.M., Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks (NBA), and Wayland Academy.
- Susan Peterson - 1963. First female TV correspondent assigned to the White House; Communications Consultant.
- Rick Fliehr - 1968. Professional wrestler (as Rick "Nature Boy" Flair).
- Mikki Hebl, PhD - 1987. Professor, Rice University; Motivational Speaker.
- Uzma Samadani, MD, PhD - 1988. Neurosurgeon, researcher, Manhattan Veterans' Hospital
- Kira Salak - 1989. Traveler, author, contributing editor to National Geographic
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wayland Academy cost?
Wayland Academy's tuition is approximately $24,500 for private students and $3,000 for summer students.
What schools are Wayland Academy often compared to?
Wayland Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Central Wisconsin Christian Schools (PreK-12) by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Wayland Academy?
The acceptance rate of Wayland Academy is 22%, which is lower than the national average of 93%. Wayland Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Wisconsin with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Wayland Academy?
Wayland Academy famous alumni include: George E. Taylor, Zona Gale, Addie Joss, Ned Merriam, Raymond Patterson, Susan Peterson, Rick Fliehr, Mikki Hebl, PhD, Uzma Samadani, MD, PhD and Kira Salak.
Does Wayland Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Wayland Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Wayland Academy offer?
Wayland Academy offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Wayland Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Wayland Academy's ranking?
Wayland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Wayland Academy?
The application deadline for Wayland Academy is Feb. 15 / May. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 / May. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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