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Why Worcester Academy

Discover The Difference

Worcester Academy has a proud 191-year history — and we are always looking toward the future. Diverse in our people, perspectives, and passions, discover why Worcester Academy is the perfect place to thrive.

Mission And Values

Achieve The Honorable

Achieve the Honorable, our school motto and the most recognizable phrase in our school lexicon, sits as the foundation of our core values – Honor, Respect, Community, Personal Growth, and Challenge.

To Achieve the Honorable is to lead with integrity, uplift others, and embrace growth while striving for excellence and taking responsibility for one’s actions. It’s more than a motto—it’s a way of life that shapes our students into compassionate leaders and global citizens.

One of the greatest strengths of our motto is its ability to resonate differently with every member of our community. This adaptability empowers students to explore their passions, confidently advocate for themselves, and chart their own unique paths to success.

WE ARE Worcester Academy—discover what makes us extraordinary.

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WE ARE

primed for your brand of excellence.

At Worcester Academy, opportunities for excellence are everywhere. With immersive academics, competitive athletic programs, robust arts offerings, and service learning initiatives that connect students with our surrounding community, Hilltopers cultivate the experience, agency, and confidence to carve their own path.
 

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focused on 360-degree education.

Long-term success is driven by many things. Our approach empowers students with the academic engagement, social-emotional tools, and practical guidance they need to flourish both in and beyond the classroom.
 

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Worcester Academy Middle School students farming as part of the Service Program

WE ARE

known for our integrity, diversity, and grit.

Our students represent a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. With a common thread of honor, respect, and resilience, they become grounded, unpretentious humans who are driven to dream big, overcome challenges, and reach their goals.
 

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an inclusive, tight-knit community.

Becoming a Hilltopper means you’re part of a larger family whose care and connection can be tangibly felt. Here, every student is known and guided on their unique path to excellence.
 

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uniquely positioned.

Our special blend of small campus community and big city culture supports students as they are challenged to expand their comfort zones through an exciting array of academic and personal growth opportunities.
 

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The Worcester Academy Experience

Fostering Independence And Empowering Excellence

Our immersive educational approach, combined with a dynamic urban environment, creates an ideal setting for academic and personal growth. Hilltoppers regularly apply real-world skills, empowering them to confidently navigate the challenges of college, career, and life.

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Discover how Worcester Academy's dynamic programs and welcoming community set students on a path of excellence.

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Middle School Academics

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Upper School Academics

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Student Life

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Athletics

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Arts

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At Worcester Academy

For over 190 years, Worcester Academy has provided a nurturing environment where students build lasting connections, uncover their passions, cultivate honorable character, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

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