Wayland Academy Summer Experience

Wayland Academy Summer Experience takes place at an independent, coed college preparatory school for boarding and day students in grades 9–12. The program is connected to a comprehensive academic setting that includes small classes, annual capstone projects, and active programs in STEAM, media studies, and environmental science. Students participate in an array of Advanced Placement (AP) offerings, music lessons, art classes, and athletics within this school environment.

• Ages: 14–18 years old

Since 1855, Wayland Academy has been preparing students for college and beyond. The school offers 24 AP classes, 14+ different types of music lessons, 9+ art classes taught by a resident artist, 19 weekends filled with activities, and 20 Big Red sports teams. The student-faculty ratio is 6:1, and students from across Wisconsin, the United States, and 30+ countries are part of the community. Wayland Academy is recognized as the #1 boarding school in Wisconsin, has three signature programs in media studies, STEAM, and environmental science, and is accredited by an accrediting body (not specified in the provided text). The leadership team includes Jason Warnick, Head of School, along with administrators, faculty, coaches, and residential life staff such as the Dean of Enrollment and Financial Aid, the Academic Dean, the Dean of Students, department chairs, faculty in multiple subjects, coaches, advancement staff, and resident life associates.

Last updated June 23, 2026.