Wilbraham & Monson Academy

What Wilbraham & Monson Academy does

Wilbraham & Monson Academy (WMA) is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day and boarding school operating on a 400+ acre campus in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1804 (Monson Academy) and reconstituted in 1971 through the merger of Wilbraham Academy and Monson Academy, the school enrolls approximately 400 students across Grades 6 through postgraduate, with a student body drawn from 30 or more countries and a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Faculty quality is high, with 73% of instructors holding advanced degrees, and outcomes are anchored by a 100% college matriculation rate.

The academic portfolio is anchored by a Middle School program (Grades 6-8) and an Upper School program (Grades 9-12 plus a postgraduate year) built around 24 Advanced Placement courses, the College Board-selected AP Capstone program, and signature facilities that differentiate the school: the 5,000-square-foot iLab (fabrication, 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting, robotics), the Mark R. Shenkman Trading Center (16 workstations, Morningstar data, LED stock ticker), the Center for Entrepreneurship, Economics & Finance (CEEF), the $6.2 million Athenaeum library (completed spring 2020), and a 29-team athletics program supported by 30+ clubs. Newer offerings include Diploma Certificate Programs (CEEF Certificate, Women's Leadership Certificate, launched 2025), a Traveling Titans international travel program, and a CEEF elective that becomes a graduation requirement beginning with the Class of 2030.

Revenue is tuition-led with 2026-2027 published rates of $80,800 (7-day boarding), $72,200 (5-day boarding), $49,900 (Upper School day), and $38,500 (Middle School day), billed annually or via a Finalsite monthly payment plan; over 40% of the student body receives need-based aid assessed through the Clarity Application. Secondary revenue includes Summer@WMA seasonal programming and ancillary fees (books, ESL, health insurance, tuition refund program, Learning Center surcharge). Capital investment is funded by philanthropy rather than tuition: a $20 million Dining Commons campaign (Phase II, opening August 2026) and a $6.2 million Athenaeum library were funded entirely by contributions, and the Atlas Fund annual giving recently crested $1.2 million. International operations are supported by Flywire (cross-border tuition payments) and a Weglot-multilingual website.

Name

Wilbraham & Monson Academy

Legal name

Wilbraham & Monson Academy

Website

https://wma.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1804

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Wilbraham & Monson Academy is an independent, coeducational college-preparatory day and boarding school in Wilbraham, Massachusetts, serving approximately 400 students in Grades 6 through postgraduate, drawn from 30+ countries, funded by tuition and philanthropic capital campaigns.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent College-Preparatory School

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Under-18 / High School-to-University Foundation Pathways (EDAIAJAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Youth-to-Adult Bridge & College Readiness (Noncredit) (EDAAAEAK)

Keywords

• College preparatory education
• Boarding school programs
• Private secondary education
• Independent school tuition
• STEM education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Wilbraham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition (Boarding & Day): Primary recurring revenue from tuition. 2026-2027 rates: 7-Day Boarding $80,800; 5-Day Boarding $72,200; Upper School Day $49,900; Middle School Day $38,500. Paid in two installments or via FinalSite Enrollment Monthly Payment Plan. Additional fees for books, ESL, tuition refund program, and health insurance.
2. Philanthropic Giving & Capital Campaigns: Donations from alumni, parents, and friends. Recent $20M raised for new Dining Commons (Phase II). Atlas Fund (annual fund) crested $1.2M. Legacy of Excellence Bequest Campaign, endowed funds, and donor recognition programs.
3. Summer Programs (Summer@WMA): Seasonal summer camp programs running July 27–August 21, requiring seasonal staffing including Camp Nurse. Operates independently at summerwma.us.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Wilbraham & Monson Academy (WMA) is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day and boarding school serving approximately 400 students in Grades 6 through postgraduate, with a student body representing more than 30 countries. The school delivers rigorous college-preparatory academics across its Middle School and Upper School programs, supplemented by signature specialty facilities such as a 5,000 sq ft iLab, the Mark R. Shenkman Trading Center, the CEEF entrepreneurship/finance curriculum, an Advisor mentorship program, 29 varsity athletic teams, fine and performing arts, and faculty-led international student travel. Tuition for 2026-2027 ranges from $38,500 (Middle School Day) to $80,800 (7-Day Boarding), with need-based financial aid reaching 40%+ of the student body.

Product overview

Wilbraham & Monson Academy (WMA) is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day and boarding school in Wilbraham, Massachusetts enrolling 400 students in Grades 6 through postgraduate, with a student body representing more than 30 countries. Its product portfolio is structured as a single unified educational institution delivering two core academic programs — the WMA Middle School (Grades 6-8) and the WMA Upper School (Grades 9-12 and PG), plus a Postgraduate year — supported by a portfolio of signature specialty programs: the Center for Entrepreneurship, Economics & Finance (CEEF), the Mark R. Shenkman Trading Center, the 5,000-square-foot iLab (Innovation Lab), the AP Capstone program, the Advisor Program, the Traveling Titans student travel program, the WMA Rugby and broader 29-team Athletics program, Fine & Performing Arts (including Fashion), the Learning Center for academic support, and the Global Scholars / Global Leaders enrichment tracks. The two Middle School / Upper School programs anchor the offering, while the iLab, Trading Center, CEEF, and Athenaeum Library provide the specialized facilities that differentiate WMA; Diploma Certificate Programs (CEEF Certificate, Women's Leadership Certificate) and the Grade 7 & 8 Boarding program layer on additional distinctions. Supporting tools include the WMA Mobile App (iOS) and FinalSite/Flywire/Clarity for enrollment and financial operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Summer@WMA: Summer programs operated by Wilbraham & Monson Academy, marketed under its own brand and website (summerwma.us).

Products and services

• WMA Upper School (Grades 9-12 & PG) College-preparatory Upper School program for grades 9-12 plus postgraduate year, offering 24 Advanced Placement courses including AP Capstone, with a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio and 73% of faculty holding advanced degrees. Core diploma requires 57 credits across English, Mathematics, History & Social Sciences, Science & Technology, World Languages, and Fine & Performing Arts.
• WMA Middle School (Grades 6-8) Intentionally small and personalized middle school program with integrated humanities, issues-oriented science, accelerated mathematics, world languages, and technology, plus required art, music, health, and physical education. Includes a Grade 7 & 8 boarding option.
• WMA Boarding Program Residential life program for boarding students in grades 6-PG with 7-Day Boarding ($80,800 for 2026-2027) and 5-Day Boarding ($72,200) options, plus Grade 7 & 8 Boarding for international students. Includes dorm parents, residential life staff, and structured residential programming.
• Center for Entrepreneurship, Economics & Finance (CEEF) Academic department offering introductory and advanced courses in entrepreneurship, economics, and finance, anchored by the Mark R. Shenkman Trading Center. Awards a CEEF Diploma Certificate; required elective for the Class of 2030 and beyond. Partners with NASDAQ for student visits to the MarketSite.
• AP Capstone Program Elite two-year AP program selected by the College Board consisting of AP Seminar and AP Research, complementing the school's 24 AP course offerings and enabling independent research and multidisciplinary work.
• WMA Learning Center (Academic Support) Academic services program staffed by two full-time academic services teachers who collaborate one-on-one with students. Provides ADAAA 2008 accommodations and assistive technology (Kurzweil, LiveScribe, Dragon Dictate, eBackpack, Orton-Gillingham, Inspiration), extended time, and possible foreign language waivers.
• WMA Diploma Certificate Programs Diploma Certificate Programs awarded at Commencement to students completing a prescribed set of academic courses plus participation in student organizations or leadership positions. Includes Women's Leadership Certificate and CEEF Certificate.
• WMA Athletics Program Athletic and afternoon program offering 29 varsity teams including Olympic sports such as rugby, skiing, and riflery, plus 30+ competitive, recreational, or civic activities such as dance, theater, model congress, robotics, service team, and outdoor program.
• WMA Rugby Program Varsity spring sport offering boys' and girls' teams. Member of the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization (MYRO), the state-based arm of USA Rugby. Girls varsity program launched in 2018. Home matches played at Hugh Harrell field.
• WMA Fine & Performing Arts Arts program with 26 offerings including dance, visual arts, theater, music (with private lessons), and fashion. Includes three AP courses and two Fashion courses, plus the Rubicon yearbook and a Box Office.
• Traveling Titans (Student Travel Program) Faculty-led international and domestic trips including Iceland and Japan (June 2026) and England & Scotland (March 2026). Past destinations include the Amazon, Cambodia, India, Namibia, New Zealand, Peru, and South Africa. Partial travel awards available based on financial aid.
• WMA Mobile App Official Wilbraham & Monson Academy iOS mobile application providing news, calendars, and updates to the WMA community (Apple App Store id1141977929).
• Summer@WMA Seasonal summer camp programs operated by Wilbraham & Monson Academy, running July 27 - August 21 and marketed independently at summerwma.us.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% college matriculation rate
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core operational partner, flagship educational partnership, strategic heritage partner, core accreditation body, core technology vendor, core technology platform, minor league/conference affiliation, flagship academic partner and college matriculation destination.

• Flywirecore operational partnerTechnology or IntegrationWMA partnered with Flywire to provide international families with a secure payment method for tuition. Flywire supports bank transfers, credit cards, and e-payments (Alipay/PayPal), offers favorable FX rates, and provides 24x7 multilingual customer support. The platform allows payments in home-country currency for most countries.
• NASDAQflagship educational partnershipStrategic or Co-development PartnerWMA's CEEF program partners with NASDAQ through which students in the Student Investment Seminar class have visited the NASDAQ MarketSite in New York City, meeting with alumni actively involved in finance. Beren H. '24 cited the experience as 'once in a lifetime'.
• Wesleyan Universitystrategic heritage partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerWesley's Academy (originally Wesleyan Academy, founded 1817, moved to Wilbraham 1825) is a historical predecessor of Wilbraham & Monson Academy, sharing the lineage of Wesleyan University. Wesleyan University President Michael Roth is quoted praising the Trading Center, citing its connection to the traditions of the Academy and of Wesleyan University.
• NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges)core accreditation bodyOthersWMA is accredited by NEASC and holds membership in NAIS, NEASC, NACAC, NEACAC, SSATB, and ACCIS. These memberships signal credibility and peer standing in the independent school community.
• Morningstarcore technology vendorTechnology or IntegrationMorningstar Financial Data is integrated into the Mark R. Shenkman Trading Center's 16 computer stations and 65-inch LCD monitors, providing real-time financial market data to students in CEEF courses and the Student Investment Seminar.
• Finalsitecore technology platformTechnology or IntegrationWMA's website and Finalsite Enrollment Management System (parent portal, inquiry forms, monthly payment plans, inquiry portal at wma.fsenrollment.com, schooladminonline portal) are powered by Finalsite.
• USA Rugby / Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization (MYRO)minor league/conference affiliationStrategic or Co-development PartnerWMA Rugby is part of MYRO, the state-based arm of USA Rugby. WMA also competes outside its conference against traditional prep rivals and participates in regional tournaments.
• College Boardflagship academic partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerWMA was selected by the College Board to offer the AP Capstone program, a two-year elite program consisting of AP Seminar and AP Research.
• Clarity Application (Clarity Financial Aid)core operational partnerTechnology or IntegrationWMA uses the Clarity Application platform to determine family financial aid eligibility. Families complete a Personal Financial Statement online ($60 submission fee); Clarity calculates estimated family contribution and WMA uses this with tax returns to determine awards.
• Lafayette Collegecollege matriculation destinationOthersPatrick Dorunda '26 committed to play Division I football at Lafayette College during a signing ceremony in the WMA Athletic Center.
• Tufts Universitycollege matriculation destinationOthersAdri Chechile '26 committed to attend and run track & field at Tufts University, setting school records in long jump and 400.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Deerfield Academy: Elite Massachusetts boarding school with a larger endowment, broader national profile, and higher tuition. Comparable in New England prep school positioning and college-prep mission, but operates at materially larger scale.
• Phillips Academy Andover: Top-tier Massachusetts boarding school with significantly larger scale, endowment, and national brand. Comparable college-prep mission and program structure, but operates as a much larger incumbent in the same market.
• Choate Rosemary Hall: Wallingford, Connecticut elite college-prep boarding school at larger scale and broader national brand recognition. Comparable college-prep mission and signature facilities approach.

Direct peers

• Brooks School: North Andover, Massachusetts college-prep boarding school with similar coeducational model, signature programs (athletics, arts), and comparable tuition. Direct competitor in the New England boarding market.
• Loomis Chaffee School: Windsor, Connecticut college-prep boarding school comparable in mission, scale, and tuition band; similar portfolio of signature academic programs and strong financial aid commitment.
• Northfield Mount Hermon: Western Massachusetts college-prep boarding school (Gill, MA) with comparable coeducational boarding model, international student population, and signature project-based learning emphasis.
• Williston Northampton School: Easthampton, Massachusetts independent coeducational boarding and day school at similar scale and tuition band. Closely matched in program portfolio, college-prep mission, and New England prep market positioning.
• The Governor's Academy: Independent coeducational college-prep boarding and day school in Byfield, Massachusetts with similar scale, tuition band, and New England prep positioning as Wilbraham & Monson Academy. Most directly comparable peer in size, geography, and program mix.
• Tabor Academy: Marion, Massachusetts-based college-prep boarding and day school with a similar coeducational, marine-oriented identity. Comparable tuition, residential model, and signature STEM/athletic programs.
• Suffield Academy: Connecticut-based college-prep boarding and day school similar in scale, coeducational mission, and signature athletic programs. WMA competed with Suffield in the Suffield Invitational (girls tennis).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wilbrahammonson
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCuv4uj66drSobHafUlJQJmQ/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/wilbrahammonsonacademy
• Instagraminstagram.com/wilbraham_monson/?hl=en

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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