Saint Ignatius High School

Apply to Attend The Welsh Academy

Are you looking for a unique educational experience to prepare you for a college-preparatory atmosphere? Read more about becoming a part of The Welsh Academy and learn how to apply for next year's incoming 6th grade class. Apply today!
 
The Welsh Academy looks to enroll 25 students each year to the sixth grade class. Ideal applicants are students who primarily live in Cleveland or its inner-ring suburbs, and who attend either public or charter schools. Prospective students should demonstrate personal commitment and academic promise though most may not have had opportunities that allow them to reach their fullest promise and potential.

The goal of The Welsh Academy is to educate middle school boys in the Jesuit tradition to ready them for a college-preparatory secondary education. Through our unique curriculum and faith-based learning, students learn to become leaders in our school, in their communities, and in our world.


Finalsite Enrollment Admissions Portal

Hello Future Welsh Academy Families, with this new Admissions Portal, you are able to easily schedule your tour of The Welsh Academy, complete your Welsh Academy application for your son, and submit required supporting documents such as his grades, test scores, and letters of recommendation.  

Our goal is to help make your part of the admissions and enrollment process as seamless as possible from start to finish. Please know, we are here to help you throughout the entire process. In case you should need more assistance, Finalsite Enrollment has a great help site for your support.

You can access the Admissions Portal by filling out the Inquiry Form below.

Select 2025-2026 as the inquiring year and 6th grade as your interested grade. You should see at the bottom, “Please continue to the following page to inquire about The Welsh Academy”. Click "Next."
 

Step One: Complete the Inquiry Form Below:

If you need immediate assistance or have any questions, please contact our Admissions Coordinator, Toni Torres-Regula, at (216) 939-2107 or email aregula@ignatius.edu.

Below are links to step-by-step guides with pictures to walk you through how to fill out the new Inquiry Form, and how to create your Admissions Parent Portal Account and fill out the Student Profile Form.  
 

How do I become a Welsh Wildcat?

To be considered for admission to The Welsh Academy an interested family must:

SUBMIT APPLICATION MATERIALS
  • Submit an Inquiry Form above. 
  • After submitting the Inquiry Form, you will be prompted to create an Admissions Parent Portal account to be able to schedule your visit to campus, upload grades, test scores and letters of recommendation. Also, you'll be able to submit your Welsh Academy application.  
  • Complete the Application Form 
  • Provide the following documentation:
These documents can be mailed along with a completed application to 1944 West 32nd Street, Cleveland OH 44113 or emailed to Admissions Counselor Toni Torres-Regula at aregula@ignatius.edu 

COMPLETE FACTS
  • Family financial information must be submitted to FACTS. Based upon verified need, families will receive aid for the full cost of The Welsh Academy.
FAMILY CONVERSATION
Students are admitted on a rolling basis. If an applicant is currently enrolled at a Catholic school, we will require a principal referral in addition to the documentation listed above.
 

Schedule a Tour

Visiting Kesicki Hall is the best way to see for yourself why it's a great time to be a Welsh Wildcat. Join us for an in-person tour led by Admissions Coordinator, Toni Torres-Regula. To schedule a tour of The Welsh Academy please contact us at welshacademyadmissions@ignatius.edu.

 

Tuition

Because of the generosity of benefactors to The Welsh Academy, our families receive aid for the full cost of tuition. That means there is no financial obligation to attend The Welsh Academy. Donors have the option to Sponsor a Student by making a gift of $20,000 annually to educate one student. Families must complete the FACTS financial information assessment in order to verify financial need.
 

Refer a Family

If you know someone who would benefit from a Welsh Academy education, please email Admissions Counselor Antoinette (Toni) Torres-Regula to refer a prospective family. Admissions events are held throughout the year. Families who join our mailing list will receive news and updates from The Welsh Academy in addition to invitations to special events.
  • Families as Partners

    The Welsh Academy strives to ensure open communication between academy families and the school in order to build a true a partnership. We know that time is in short supply, so we ask in advance for parents/guardians to remain committed to attending community meetings, participating in school events, adhering to the daily school schedule and school calendar, while also remaining fully prepared for school every day.

Contact Us

Questions? Let us know.

Please call Admissions Coordinator Toni Torres-Regula at (216) 939-2107 or email aregula@ignatius.edu.