About
World-Class Education
Shady Side Academy has set the standard for educational excellence in Western Pennsylvania for more than 130 years.

Our Mission
Challenging students to think expansively, act ethically and lead responsibly.
Admissions
Attend an Open House
Explore our beautiful campuses, meet our students and faculty, and more!

Explore Our Viewbook
Explore the SSA student experience in our interactive, online viewbook.
Academics
Signature Programs
Learn more about the academic programs that set SSA apart from other schools.

College-Ready
Our three full-time college counselors help SSA students find their best fit colleges.
Arts
A Commitment to the Arts
At a time when other schools are cutting arts programs, our commitment to the arts has never been stronger.

Alumni in the Spotlight
Alumni in the arts include a Tony winner, two Grammy nominees and a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee.
Athletics
Support our Sports Teams
The spring sports season is underway! Check the calendar for upcoming events and cheer on our athletes.

Homecoming 2017
Save the date: October 6-7 to celebrate SSA sports!
Student Life
Two Ways to Board
Seven- and five-day boarding options offer an enriching Senior School experience in a supportive residential community.

Down on the Farm
Our unique SSA Farm initiative integrates sustainability and hands-on learning into the PK-12 curriculum.
Summer
Spend Your Summer at SSA
Registration for summer 2017 is now open!

Request Information
Want to learn more about SSA Summer programs? Fill out our brief inquiry form and we'll contact you!
Support
The Blue & Gold Fund
Your support provides innovative programs and experiences that prepare our students to make a difference in the world.

Make a Gift
Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference in the lives of our students and faculty. Make your gift now.
#SSANow
A Day in the Life
What is SSA really like? Watch our videos to get a peek into a typical day in the life of Shady Side students.

In Their Own Words
Read our blogs, and get to know our students, faculty and president as they share their experiences at SSA.

Blogs

Student Voices Blog

Hear first-hand what it's really like to be a student at Shady Side Academy Senior School.

Read the Student Voices Blog

Follow the Student Voices bloggers on Instagram

Faculty Blog

Get to know our amazing teachers as they share their experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Read the Faculty Blog

Global Learning Blog

Senior School students share their experiences traveling the world through our global programs.

Read the Global Learning Blog

President's Blog

SSA President Tom Cangiano shares his reflections and insight.

Read the President's Blog

Follow @tomcangiano on Twitter

SSA Summer Blog

Summer Blog Our three campuses play host to a wealth of camps and classes every summer. Follow along as our summer campers and students play, learn, grow and excel!

Read the SSA Summer Blog.

Follow @SSASummer on Twitter

Follow SSA Summer on Facebook