Keio Academy of New York

Keio Academy of New York is located at 3 College Road, Purchase, NY 10577, USA. It is in Purchase, Westchester County, about one hour from John F. Kennedy International Airport by car. The closest Metro-North stations are Rye (New Haven Line) and White Plains (Harlem Line), with taxi service from these stations to the campus. Local taxi services include Splendid Taxi, Intrepid Taxi Corp, White Plains Taxi, Central Taxi, and Harrison Taxi.

Grades 9–12

private, co-educational, independent secondary school

30 countries represented.

Japan (affiliated with Keio University)

Boarding and commuting arrangements with a Monday–Friday timetable. Boarders live on campus; commuters travel by school bus or private vehicle. The daily schedule comprises 12 class periods from roughly 8:30 a.m. to about 5:50 p.m., with after-school activities and two hours of study time for boarders.

New York State District Bus Service is available for commuting students within a 15-mile radius; buses stop at three or four districts and operate on the districts' schedules. Commuters may also travel by private vehicle; driving by students is prohibited. District bus schedules may not align with the Keio timetable.

The curriculum includes Japanese and English course tracks. Graduation requirements for Grades 10–12 include English 3 years, Japanese 3 years, Mathematics 3 years, Social Studies 3 years, Science 3 years, Physical Education 3 years, Art or Music 1 year, Health Science 1 year, and Home Economics 1 year. Grades 10–12 have a maximum of 100 students per grade, divided into ten homeroom classes; Grade 9 has about 30 students in one homeroom class. The academic year runs from September to June and is divided into four quarters. Supplementary language courses include ESL and JSL to improve English or Japanese language ability.

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College Matriculation as of September 2025 shows graduates have matriculated at: George Town University(USA) Class of 2025; Colombia University (USA) Class of 2021; 東京大学 (JAPAN) Class of 2019; 福岡大学(医) (JAPAN) Class of 2019; Parsons School of Design (USA) Class of 2018; University of San Francisco (USA) Class of 2015; Art Institute of Chicago (USA); Brown University (USA); College of Mexico (Mexico); New England Conservatory of Music (USA); New York University (USA); Pratt Institue (USA); Soka University of America (USA); Stanford University (USA); State University of New York (USA); The University of St. Andrews (UK); Vocational School (USA); Wellesley College (USA); 国際医療福祉大学(医) (JAPAN); 酪農学園大学(獣医) (JAPAN). Keio University Advising and Guidance and U.S. College/University Advising and Guidance provide dedicated support for Keio University and U.S. colleges respectively.

The Fukuzawa Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizes students who exhibit scholarship, leadership, service and character. A nomination process selects applicants who meet NHS criteria; applicants must maintain an exemplary GPA, submit an application, reflect on accomplishments, and obtain recommendations. Upon admission, members participate in a formal ceremony.

The Office of Counseling plays a vital role in students' wellness and academic success. Its primary goal is to promote emotional and social well-being for students and assist them with life at Keio and academic progress. The office is staffed with licensed mental health professionals who are English-Japanese bilingual, and counseling can be conducted in English or in Japanese. Counseling is available 24/7 for mental health, with on-call support after hours for emergencies or special assistance. The Counseling Office maintains an open-door policy, and peer counseling and peer tutoring are available under counselor supervision.

Most classes are taught in English; Japanese is compulsory for all students. Immersion is the key principle: all classes except for Japanese are taught in English, and all written work (except for Japanese) is submitted in English. The mission is to prepare students as bilingual lifelong learners, equipped with fluent written and speaking skills in both English and Japanese and to pursue higher education at Keio University and beyond.

Counseling services are available 24/7. Students may contact the counseling office with questions or concerns about mental health or academic performance, and parents may be updated on a student's well-being. The Counseling Office operates with an open-door policy and makes referrals to outside professionals when needed. Counseling includes support for a range of issues from adjustment to school life to cross-cultural concerns, with bilingual English/Japanese staff.

Safety and security are managed by Allied Universal, with 24/7 on-site coverage. Security measures include vehicle checks, building access controls, and temporary visitor passes, and staff receive regular training on emergency procedures. The School coordinates with local authorities including the Harrison Police Department and maintains information sharing for security and emergencies. The School undergoes NYSAIS examination/evaluation processes as part of compliance and safeguards for students.

1. Keio Academy of New York offers three admission periods each year, and applicants may apply up to three times. Information sessions are held in the United States and Japan, as well as in other major cities. Notifications of entrance-exam results are posted online through the Admissions Portal and are not mailed. The Ashikari Memorial Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship for incoming students.

2. Application Procedures and Flow guide you to download Admissions Information, create a user account on the Admissions Portal, download official forms, prepare essays, and submit the required documents and payment when the application period opens. Forms must be the official ones downloaded from the Portal; documents can be mailed by a school official or referer, or submitted online by the school official through the Portal. The Admissions Portal contains the required forms and submission processes.

3. Written examinations cover English, Mathematics, and Japanese. The English test lasts 60 minutes, uses English-only prompts, and does not include listening or speaking. The Mathematics test is up to geometry/algebra I level, presented in English and Japanese, and lasts 60 minutes. The Japanese test lasts 45 minutes and focuses on Kanji, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing.

4. Keio Academy of New York maintains a non-discriminatory admissions policy toward students; it admits students regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, and it adheres to standards set by its associations. The school is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the New York State Association of Independent Schools. Contact information and location are provided for inquiries.

Bursary Program (Financial Aid): Keio Academy of New York offers a Bursary Program to qualifying applicants in need of financial support. Each academic year, several students who are scheduled to enroll may have a portion of their first-year tuition fees waived; grant amounts and eligibility are determined by a Committee based on submitted documents, budget, and other factors. Continuation of the grant for the second year and new grants for later years are determined by the Committee based on a comprehensive review of bursary documents, academic and extracurricular performance, and budget.

Sakata Scholarship: The Sakata Scholarship is a merit-based award funded by Mr. Hirotugu Sakata and is awarded to 12th-grade students with outstanding academic records.

Ashikari Memorial Scholarship: The Ashikari Memorial Scholarship is a merit-based grant for incoming students. It will be bestowed upon one aspiring new student each year; no separate application is needed as new students are automatically candidates.

Sports Scholarship ( Bunbu Souzen ): The Sports Scholarship fosters balance between academics and athletics and is an application-based grant. It may be applied for by 10th and 11th grade students who balance academics and athletics and require financial assistance. The application process begins around April with a mid-June deadline, and two to four recipients are selected each year based on factors including the applicant's essay, academic improvement (including English), and personal growth through sports.