“Choosing EF Academy was the best decision I ever made. Studying alongside American and international students has been incredible. I've also received dedicated university guidance since Grade 9. My dream is to get into a top Marketing university in Europe."
Inger
EF Academy Pasadena student
“Choosing EF Academy was the best decision I ever made. Studying alongside American and international students has been incredible. I've also received dedicated university guidance since Grade 9. My dream is to get into a top Marketing university in Europe."
EF Academy Pasadena student
Inger
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“I always wanted to study in the UK, close to home in Europe and near London. I enrolled at EF Academy Oxford. I'm now in Grade 11, pursuing the prestigious IB. Academic excellence and friendships from all over the world, this is everything I hoped for."
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“I always wanted to study in the UK, close to home in Europe and near London. I enrolled at EF Academy Oxford. I'm now in Grade 11, pursuing the prestigious IB. Academic excellence and friendships from all over the world, this is everything I hoped for."
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One campus, one family.
A great mix of international and local students.
Whichever campus students choose, they become part of a welcoming international community of 60+ nationalities, experiencing authentic American or British high school life while building lifelong friendships in the classroom, dorms, sports and beyond. At our US campuses, students also study alongside local American students. There's still time to enroll with EF Academy for Fall 2026.
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Pasadena, South California
Thornwood, New York
A stunning 39-hectare campus just a short train ride from New York City, offering the globally renowned IB programme.
Top-quality academics
A US high school diploma with or without AP courses, or the prestigious IB program recognized by top universities worldwide.
Varsity sports
Volleyball, soccer, basketball, tennis, yoga, running, biking and more.
Clubs & activities
Art & Design, Music Ensemble, Business and Finance, Mind and Body, Debate Club, Student Council and more.
Get started in these 3 steps
1. Get EF Academy brochure
Fill out the form to receive the EF Academy brochure and learn more about our curriculum, sports, clubs, and campus life.
2. Speak with Leah Lipowsky
Our Head of Enrollment will reach out to schedule a call, walk you through everything EF Academy offers, and guide you through the enrollment process.
3. Submit the application
Candidates will complete an online application and then meet with our Admissions Team for a formal interview. After thoroughly reviewing the application, we’ll send a decision as soon as possible.
No commitment needed. Fill out the form and you’ll receive a confirmation message with a button to download the brochure.
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A+ rating
Ranked A+ by Niche, the US' most trusted school review platform, for academics, diversity and student life.
As an IB World School, we offer the internationally recognised IB Diploma, one of the most respected pre-university programs worldwide.
CIS membership confirms we meet the highest standards in international education, trusted by top universities.
Officially recognised by New York State, ensuring our diplomas are valid and valued by universities across the US.
This programme develops leadership, resilience and community service in our students.
WASC accreditation is the gold standard for US West Coast schools, recognised by leading universities worldwide.
Trusted by the world's leading educational institutions
A+ rating
Choosing a boarding school abroad is not easy.
At EF Academy, your family will never navigate this journey alone.
Leah Lipowsky
Head of Enrollment for Norway at EF Academy
Tel.: +47 23 96 48 33
Email address: leah.lipowsky@ef.com
Leah Lipowsky, Head of Enrollment, will personally connect with you to understand your needs, answer every question, and support your family from the first call all the way to departure day.
Annie Hall
Head of School, EF Academy Pasadena
Annie Hall brings over 20 years of experience in education and leadership. Originally from the UK, she has held leadership roles in London schools and across EF Academy, including Director of International Admissions.
Vladimir Kuskovski
Head of School, EF Academy
New York
Dr. Vladimir Kuskovski brings over 30 years of international education and IB leadership experience. An IB trainer, examiner, and Adjunct Professor at Endicott College, he has advised schools worldwide and serves on several prestigious international education boards including the Academy of International School Heads, Baku Oxford School in Azerbaijan, and Stellar World Schools in India.
Annie Hall, Vladimir Kuskovski and Mark Fletcher-Single ensure every student receives dedicated support from teachers, university counsellors, and dorm parents, with a personalised approach tailored to each individual.
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EF Academy Pasadena and Oxford
Choosing a boarding school abroad is not easy.
At EF Academy, your family will never navigate this journey alone.
Leah Lipowsky
Head of Enrollment for Norway at EF Academy
Tel.: +47 23 96 48 33
Email address: leah.lipowsky@ef.com
Leah Lipowsky, Head of Enrollment, will personally connect with you to understand your needs, answer every question, and support your family from the first call all the way to departure day.
Trusted by the world's leading educational institutions
As an IB World School with a Niche A+ rating, full state recognition and memberships with the world's leading educational bodies, EF Academy meets the highest standards of academic excellence recognised and trusted by top universities worldwide.
Pasadena, South California
Students wake up to warm California sunshine every day, on a breathtaking campus in the heart of South California.
Top-quality academics
A US high school diploma with the option to take AP courses: college-level classes that strengthen university applications, earn college credit, and are recognised by top universities including UCLA, UC Berkeley, Stanford and USC.
Varsity sports
Volleyball, soccer, basketball, cross country and many more.
Clubs & activities
Art & Design, Cooking Club, Model United Nations, Robotics, Student Council and more.
Thornwood, New York
A stunning 39-hectare campus just a short train ride from New York City, offering the globally renowned IB programme.
Top-quality academics
A US high school diploma with or without AP courses, and the prestigious IB programme: a globally recognised two-year curriculum accepted by Harvard, Yale, Columbia, NYU and the world's best universities.
Varsity sports
Volleyball, soccer, basketball, tennis, yoga, running, biking and more.
Clubs & activities
Art & Design, Music Ensemble, Business and Finance, Mind and Body, Debate Club, Student Council and more.
Students wake up to warm California sunshine every day, on a breathtaking campus in the heart of South California.
Top-quality academics
A US high school diploma with the option to take AP courses, college-level classes that strengthen university applications.
Varsity sports
Volleyball, soccer, basketball, cross country and many more.
Clubs & activities
Art & Design, Cooking Club, Model United Nations, Robotics, Student Council and more.
The #1 boarding school abroad for international students, with direct access to the world's best universities.
- The best boarding school abroad for a truly global education. 60+ nationalities live and study at one of three stunning campuses: New York and Pasadena, CA in the US, and Oxford in the UK.
- 92% of our students get into their top two university choices, at some of the world's best universities including Cornell, NYU, Cambridge, Oxford and LSE.
- US: ages 13–18 (grades 9-12) | IB, AP & US High School Diploma.
- UK: ages 16–18 (grades 11-12) | IB & A-Levels.
Fall 2026 applications are still open, but limited spots are available. Apply by 10th of June to secure your spot.
Mark Fletcher-Single
Head of School, EF Academy
Oxford
Mark Fletcher-Single brings nearly 30 years of experience in boarding and international education. Having held leadership roles across some of the UK's leading independent schools, he joined EF Academy Oxford as Deputy Head in 2018 and became Head of School in 2021.
Whichever campus students choose, they become part of a welcoming international community of 60+ nationalities, experiencing authentic American or British high school life while building lifelong friendships in the classroom, dorms, sports and beyond. At our US campuses, students also study alongside local American students. There's still time to enroll with EF Academy for Fall 2026.
One campus, one family.
A great mix of international and local students.
Oxford, UK
A stunning campus in the heart of Oxford, one of the world's most academically driven cities, just a short train ride from London. We offer IB or A-Levels.
Top-quality academics
The prestigious IB programme or A-Levels: globally recognised qualifications accepted by Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial College and the world's best universities.
Varsity sports
Volleyball, basketball, tennis, football, running, cycling, swimming, rock climbing and more.
Clubs & activities
Debate, Model UN, Theater, The Arts, STEAM, Duke of Edinburgh, Law, Drama, Book Club and more.
The best boarding school abroad for a truly global education. 60+ nationalities live and study at one of three stunning campuses: New York and Pasadena, CA in the US, and Oxford in the UK.
- 92% of our students get into their top two university choices, at some of the world's best universities including Cornell, NYU, Cambridge and Oxford.
- US: ages 13–18 (grades 9-12) | IB, AP & US High School Diploma
- UK: ages 16–18 (grades 11-12) | IB & A-Levels
Fall 2026 applications are still open, but limited spots are available. Apply by 10th of June to secure your spot.
Oxford, UK
A stunning campus in the heart of Oxford, one of the world's most academically driven cities, just a short train ride from London. We offer IB or A-Levels.
Top-quality academics
The prestigious IB programme or A-Levels: globally recognised qualifications accepted by Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial College and the world's best universities.
Varsity sports
Volleyball, basketball, tennis, football, running, cycling, swimming, rock climbing and more.
Clubs & activities
Debate, Model UN, Theater, The Arts, STEAM, Duke of Edinburgh, Law, Drama, Book Club and more.
No commitment needed. Fill out the form and you’ll receive a confirmation message with a button to download the brochure.
Discover if EF Academy is the right fit for you.