With its roots in one of the oldest ski clubs in the country, WVBBTS/SEF has evolved into the Northeast’s premier Snowsports training and competition center.
Highlights include transitioning to a full alpine competition program in the 1960s, hosting 11 World Cups, the founding of Waterville Valley Academy (WVA) in 1972, and USSA naming us as “Snowboard Club of the Year” and overall “Club of the Year” in 2006.
Our leaders have contributed significantly to the formation of national and international governing organizations – the Federation du Ski (FIS), the U.
S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) and the United States of America Snowboard Association (USASA.).
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 2 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
2 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Details in Handbook
Details in Handbook
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Rates vary by enrollment program length
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Kimberly Berman
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Waterville Valley Academy?
The acceptance rate of Waterville Valley Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 75%.
What sports does Waterville Valley Academy offer?
Waterville Valley Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Freestyle Skiing and Snowboarding.
When is the application deadline for Waterville Valley Academy?
The application deadline for Waterville Valley Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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