Wolcott College Prep

Applications for SY2025-26 are now open! 

Wolcott College Prep is an independent high school in Chicago designed for bright, college-bound students who learn differently. We provide a rigorous college preparatory curriculum in a supportive environment that emphasizes individual strengths and builds essential skills for success in college and beyond.

Our students benefit from small class sizes, personalized instruction, and teachers who are experts in working with diverse learning profiles, including ADHD, dyslexia, and executive functioning challenges. With an average class size of 10, students receive the attention they need to thrive academically while gaining confidence and independence.

Beyond academics, Wolcott offers a vibrant student life with athletics, clubs, leadership opportunities, and the arts. We are committed to helping students find their voice, explore interests, and build lasting friendships.

College readiness is at the core of what we do. Through dedicated college counseling, skill-building, and executive functioning support, our graduates are prepared to navigate the demands of higher education.

At Wolcott, we believe that learning differently should never mean learning less. Our mission is to unlock potential, nurture resilience, and ensure every student is prepared for the opportunities ahead.

TOTAL ENROLLMENT:  Wolcott has 135 students in grades 9-12.

CLASS SIZE: Average class size is 10 students per class. 

DIVERSITY: 35 % of our students identify as students of color.

AFFORDABILITY: 50% of our families receive tuition assistance.  

LOCATION: Based in Chicago (West Town), but serving students from all over the Chicagoland area.  Our students live in 63 different zip codes from as far north as Lake Forest, as far west as Naperville, and as far south as Homewood/ Flossmoor.  Wolcott offers shuttle bus service to and from downtown Metra Stations, including Ogilvie, Union, and VanBuren stations.  

The main campus is located at 524 N. Wolcott Ave, and our Arts and Athletic Center is located at 1950 W. Hubbard.  A shuttle bus is available to transport students to and from each campus.  

WE NEVER WANT TUITION OR TRANSPORTATION TO GET IN THE WAY OF A WOLCOTT EDUCATION!

ACADEMIC COACHING:  No tutors required.  No additional cost.  Every Monday thru Thursday, faculty stay after school to support students with homework and long term assignments.  Students can go home and feel accomplished.  

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:  Wolcott offers a vibrant community, one that is student-driven.  Our student-life reflects the broad interests of our student body.  Our clubs, activities, and assemblies include:  Erase the Hate, Dialogue for Change, Asian Student Union, Black Student Union, Jewish Student Union, Latin Student Union, Robotics Team Nationals, Yearbook, service learning opportunities, National Honors Society, Feminist Club, Wolf Media, Performing Arts, and more…

TEAM SPORTS:  Girls & Boys Basketball, Co-ed Cross-Country/Track & Field, Co-ed E-Sports, Girls & Boys Golf, Co-ed Hockey, Girls & Boys Tennis, and Girls & Boys Volleyball. We are a full member of the Illinois High School Association (IHSA). Our boys basketball team are 3-peat winners in our division.  Go Wolves!

COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE RATE:  100%.  Colleges want Wolcott graduates.  Contact Marybeth Kravets, College Counselor, for more information.

WHAT PARENTS SAY ABOUT THE VALUE OF A WOLCOTT EDUCATION:

CONTACT US:  We look forward to getting to know your family during the admissions process. Please contact Rachel Spiro, Director of Admissions, rspiro@wolcottschool.org or 312-610-4925.