EF Academy is a private day and boarding high school designed to prepare students for happiness and success in today's world. With a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural immersion, EF Academy helps students unlock their full potential and develop skills that will help them thrive for the rest of their lives.
We bring the world to our campus by welcoming students from over 30 countries. Both in and outside the classroom, students have endless opportunities to gain diverse perspectives, expand their worldviews, and make lifelong friends from around the globe.
Our highly personalized approach to education lets students shape their high school journey based on their own unique interests and future goals. From their first year, students get their own dedicated University and Academic Counselor who helps them choose their perfect courses, including any advanced studies or AP courses. Plus, these counselors play a leading role in helping students find and gain acceptance into their dream universities.
Whether participating in field study for class or enjoying a school-led weekend excursion, our students experience the best of Los Angeles' natural wonders, respected universities, arts and science museums, and the world-famous entertainment industry.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Yearly Tuition: $71,700
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
EF Academy Pasadena ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2022
Student Body
Total Students
265 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art and Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science, AP English Language and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Human Geography, AP Physics C, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US Government & Politics
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$71,700
Tuition Notes
Tuition listed is for 7-day boarding. 5-day boarding tuition is $68,700 and day tuition is $43,700.
Admissions Director
Bobbie Jo Dobbs
Admissions Associate
Donna Rosenberg
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Coding Club, Community Service Clubs, Cooking Club, Culture Club, Drama Club, Entrepreneurship Club, Language Clubs, Math Club, Model United Nations Club, Photography Club, Physics Club, Robotics, Student Council, Yearbook Club, Yoga Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Music Club
Coding Club, Community Service Clubs, Cooking Club, Culture Club, Drama Club, Entrepreneurship Club, Language Clubs, Math Club, Model United Nations Club, Photography Club, Physics Club, Robotics, Student Council, Yearbook Club, Yoga Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Music Club
School Notes
A vibrant, state-of-the-art campus
- Our campus is purpose-built for immersion learning. In our academic buildings, students have access to tech-equipped classrooms, multiple collaboration spaces, cutting-edge science and design labs, and light-filled studios for art, music, and dance. Robinson Center, our main athletics facility, features a multi-purpose gym perfect for physical education classes, indoor sports matches, and school assemblies. Outside, students can take advantage of our outdoor soccer pitch, basketball courts, and sand volleyball court.
- We believe the best way to learn is to roll up your sleeves and make your own discoveries. That's why we provide a holistic education focused on project- and competency-based learning. Students participate in hands-on activities, field study, and service-learning work that empowers them to gain a deeper understanding of their studies and emerge with real-world skills. Plus, we keep our class sizes small, ensuring students always receive the personalized support they deserve.
- All EF Academy students complete our signature Innovation & Impact Program where they design meaningful, community-driven solutions to problems based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Students work in multicultural teams and get to test their ideas by building real prototypes in our design and science labs.
- Many of our students are full-time boarders, enjoying all the benefits of living and learning in a global community 24/7. Local students also have the option of being a day student or boarding five days a week and living at home on weekends.
- Through our field study program, students gain hands-on learning experiences throughout the Pasadena and Los Angeles areas, exploring locations like the Huntington Library, Wilson Observatory, and the Pantages Theater. Plus, we offer exciting weekend excursions to fun places ranging from state beaches to Warner Bros. Studios.
- We offer school-sponsored weekend college trips, allowing students to explore several different types of universities. These range from small liberal arts colleges to large universities throughout Southern California, including those within the University of California and California State systems. Plus, every year, our campus hosts more than 100 visits with college admissions representatives from around the globe, helping students learn about different degree programs and find their perfect university fit.
- Middle States Association
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EF Academy Pasadena cost?
EF Academy Pasadena's tuition is approximately $71,700 for private students.
What sports does EF Academy Pasadena offer?
EF Academy Pasadena offers 5 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for EF Academy Pasadena?
The application deadline for EF Academy Pasadena is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to EF Academy Pasadena is Excelsior School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Levon & Hasmig Tavlian Armenian Preschool & Kdgn (0.4 miles away)
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Grades: 9-12 | 81 students 0.1 miles 41 W Santa Clara Street
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
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81
Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy
(Christian)
Grades: K-5 | 19 students 0.3 miles 1536 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
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K-5
19
Levon & Hasmig Tavlian Armenian Preschool & Kdgn
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: PK-K | 35 students 0.4 miles 1694 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
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PK-K
35
Firehouse Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 24 students 0.6 miles 1923 Allen Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
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PK-K
24
St. Elizabeth School
(Catholic)
Grades: K-8 | 197 students 0.7 miles 1840 Lake Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 797-7727
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 797-7727
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K-8
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School Reviews
5 6/16/2020
Our West coast campus is located in beautiful Pasadena, 40 minutes North of LA, and just an hour away from Santa Monica Beach. Pasadena is a delightful city and a safe place for young students to move around in. The campus has all the facilities a young student would need; innovative classrooms, open spaces, modern labs, a new gym, as well as a pool (so the students really can enjoy the Californian weather). The campus is top modern, and I am excited to accept new students to this Campus.
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