Let's get started! Western Reserve Academy offers two ways to apply: the WRA Admission Portal and the Standard Application Online (SAO). Both applications are now available!

Option One: The WRA Admission Portal:

Apply to Western Reserve Academy using our very own Admission Portal.

Apply via WRA Admissions Portal

Option Two: Apply through the SAO:

Western Reserve Academy uses the Standard Application Online (SAO). To learn more about using the SAO and begin your application,

Apply via SAO

Required Documents

In addition to an interview and the written parts of our application, we require the submission of your transcripts (2 prior school years and current school year to date), 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.

Testing

WRA is committed to a holistic application approach. If you’re unable to submit a score, do not worry! We care much more about your passions and interests. While test optional, test score submission is required for merit scholarship consideration. Please review the options below to decide what is right for you. For more information please see the section on testing found on our Admission Process page

Please contact our office if you ever have questions at [email protected] or 330-650-9717.

Financial Aid

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

  • $75 domestic students
  • $175 international students*

More on Tuition and Financial Aid

International Applicants

For more detailed information about the international application process, please go to our International Admissions page. 

International Admission Overview

The Admission Office

Our Admission Office is always here to help! If at any time you have questions or comments or need assistance with any part of your application, contact us at [email protected]