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EF Academy New York uses English in all programs. English level should be appropriate for the student's grade and program; fluency is not required, but English proficiency is demonstrated. For international applicants, English listening, reading, writing, and speaking are tested and a personal interview is conducted to place students on the right track. If English support is needed, the EF Academy Preparation Program is available for students entering 9th or 10th grade to accelerate language development. How to apply provides the steps to apply to EF Academy New York. There are three enrollment options: full boarding, weekly boarding, or day student. Tuition, fees, and scholarships are described under Tuition, Fees, & Scholarships. There are upcoming deadlines: November 14: Early admissions applications due; November 21: All early admissions recommendations and transcripts due; November 26: Recommendations and transcripts, including progress reports; December 5: Early admissions decisions announced; December 12: Early admissions deadline to enroll with early enrollment discount of $1,000; January 8: Application deadline for regular decision admissions and EF Academy Community Scholarships; January 17: Recommendations and transcripts including semester 1 reports; February 20: Regular admissions decisions announced; March 12: Parent reply and enrollment deadline for Fall 2026. A visa can be arranged with assistance if needed; take a virtual tour or visit the campus.
Merit-based scholarships range from $1,500 to $15,000, subject to availability. EF Academy offers merit scholarships and need-based financial aid to help make an EF Academy education possible. All merit scholarship and financial aid applications must be submitted with the completed application for admission. Terms and conditions apply.
EF Academy New York is a high school set on a 97-acre Thornwood campus near New York City, welcoming students from 60+ nationalities. The school offers an American high school diploma with the option to pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or individual IB/AP courses, allowing students to tailor their schedule to their goals. With daily mentorship and a 24/7 care team, advisers design personalized pathways toward graduation in a hands-on, student-centered environment. The campus supports immersive learning through field studies, collaborative projects, and small classes in modern science labs and flexible classrooms. On-site housing is available, alongside day programs, and facilities include a Fitness Center, outdoor pitch, courts, wooded trails, and a dining hall serving inspired meals. Partnerships such as the Nobel Prize Museum broaden exposure to laureates and real-world inquiry. EF Academy New York is accredited by the Middle States Association and the New York State Education Department.
