Admissions

Is EF Academy Pasadena right for you? Let’s talk about your goals in life—not just your grades and test scores. It’s important for us to get to know you as a person.

Is EF Academy right for you?

To ensure your success at EF Academy, check out the following pre-requisites.

The typical age of entry to our Pasadena campus is 13, with students graduating at 18.

We expect students to have completed the grade requirements that correspond to their age prior to the start of their program at EF Academy.

English is the language used in all our programs. While we don’t expect fluency, we do require grade and program appropriate level English that continues to develop from when you join EF Academy to when you graduate.

For international students, as part of the application process, we test your current English proficiency on listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills and conduct a personal interview.  This helps us ensure all students join the right track for success.

Need help with your English?  If you are going into the 9th or 10th grade, we provide the EF Academy Preparation Program which helps accelerate your English to the level you need to successfully complete your diploma program.

How to apply to EF Academy

Whether you're a student aspiring to broaden your horizons or a parent searching for an unparalleled educational journey for your child, follow the link below to view the steps to apply to EF Academy.

Affording an EF Academy Education

Families have the choice of three options: full boarding, weekday boarding, or being a traditional day student. Each option uniquely balances academic immersion and social activities in a safe and caring environment. Click below to learn about the tuition and fees for each option, scholarship opportunities, and financial aid.

Take a virtual tour

Our new Pasadena campus was purposefully designed for immersion learning. We encourage families considering EF Academy for the 2024-25 school year to take the virtual tour.

Upcoming events and deadlines

  • November 22: Specialized scholarship application deadline

  • November 22: Early Admissions Applications Due (including recommendation letters and progress reports)

  • December 7: Open House

  • December 13: Early admissions decisions and Specialized Scholarship recipients announced

  • December 20: Early admissions deadline to enroll with early enrollment discount

  • January 15: Application deadline for regular admissions application & EF Academy Community Scholarships

  • January 24: All regular admissions recommendations and transcripts due

  • March 7: Regular admissions decisions announced

  • March 11: Admitted Student Reception

  • March 17: Deadline to enroll

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