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Rank 12 · Asia-Pacific

WLSA Shanghai Academy

WLSA上海學院

Shanghai, China

81.66

Standardised Score

63.83

Composite Score

Top 25

Tier

The composite score blends cohort volume with conversion rates. Schools with smaller applicant pools may score lower despite strong per-applicant performance.

Score Breakdown

Applications48%

Relative cohort size

Offer / Application70%

Share of applicants who received an offer

Enrolment / Application81%

Share of applicants who matriculated

Composite Score64%

Volume and conversion combined

Aggregated across the 2019–2023 admission cycles. Schools with fewer than three offers in a given year are excluded from that year's figures to preserve statistical reliability.

School Profile

WLSA Shanghai Academy WLSA Shanghai Academy (WLSA Shanghai Academy · Shanghai, China) ranks 12th in the Asia- Pacific region for Oxford and Cambridge University admissions. The school's application numbers rank in the top 52% of the Asia-Pacific region, acceptance numbers in the top 49%, and successful enrollment numbers in the top 39%. The acceptance to application ratio is 70%, enrollment to application ratio is 81%, and enrollment to acceptance ratio is 72%. The comprehensive score is 63.83, with a standardized score of 81.66. WLSA Shanghai Academy is a high school program focused on international education, founded in 2012 by the World Leading Schools Association. The WLSA alliance was initiated by top schools globally, including Eton College, Groton School, Beijing No. 4 High School and Fudan University Affiliated High School, dedicated to promoting international education cooperation. Since establishment, WLSA has cultivated graduates who have entered renowned universities like Harvard, Yale, and Oxford, becoming the first private international school in China to achieve the "grand slam" of Harvard-Yale-Princeton-Stanford-MIT + Ivy League + Oxford-Cambridge admissions. Although WLSA Shanghai Academy's campus was converted from an abandoned factory, its facilities support diverse academic and extracurricular needs. Teaching buildings feature smart classrooms and scientific equipment, providing an environment for science, arts, and sports. Facilities include an indoor gymnasium and basketball courts, with the student-initiated basketball team receiving strong support. However, the main campus area is relatively small, and some laboratory equipment is basic. The new Baoshan campus, opened in 2022, provides a more welcoming environment, improving students' overall experience. The school's curriculum encompasses American high school courses, ALevel courses, and Global Impact Program (GIP). The American curriculum uses English instruction, divided into basic, advanced honors, and elite courses, aligned with AP exam requirements. The A-Level curriculum, certified by Cambridge, offers subjects including mathematics, physics, and economics. The Global Impact Program is an interdisciplinary project covering cross-cultural understanding, aimed at cultivating global literacy. The school has received certification from Cognia and Cambridge International, and a AAAA-level evaluation for US undergraduate direction in the Jingling 2024 China International School list. For student life, the school offers more than sixty clubs, such as drama society, Model United Nations, and fencing. Students can organize activities independently, with participation counted toward grades. The school has introduced competitions like the National Speech and Debate Association, expanding academic depth. Additionally, the school holds Halloween and Christmas celebrations to promote cultural exchanges. Student-initiated activities, such as the musical theater club, have received full support from administration. WLSA Shanghai Academy's alumni network is strong and developing. The alumni association holds global forums, inviting industry leaders to share experiences. Graduates are spread across top institutions like Harvard and Oxford, with many alumni demonstrating exceptional leadership in philanthropy and entrepreneurship.

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