January 12, 2026 (Napa, CA) – Napa Valley Wine Academy, the leading provider of WSET certifications in the United States, today announced exceptional 2025 results that underscore its commitment to academic excellence, access, and global impact in beverage alcohol education.
In 2025, Napa Valley Wine Academy educated 6,221 students across wine, spirits, beer, and sake programs, serving learners at every stage of their professional journey through online, in-person, and hybrid formats.
“These results reflect a simple but powerful belief: when education is rigorous, supportive, and accessible, students thrive,” said Christian Oggenfuss, CEO and Co-Founder of Napa Valley Wine Academy. “From entry-level certifications to the WSET Diploma and Professional Wine Educator program, our focus has always been on long-term student success and meaningful career impact across the global drinks industry. It bears emphasizing that our students range from beginner enthusiasts through to professional and expert trade.”
Key highlights from 2025 include:
- $90,000 in scholarships provided, expanding access and opportunity within the global drinks industry
- 2,100 wine kits shipped worldwide, supporting hands-on tasting education for remote learners
- 1,700 trade professionals engaged through four regional masterclass webinar series
- 4,200 exams administered across 15 satellite exam locations, improving nationwide accessibility
- A 99 percent pass rate for WSET Level 1 and Level 2, reflecting strong foundational instruction
- An 83 percent overall exam pass rate, including WSET Level 3 and Diploma
- 500 proprietary instructional videos produced for WSET and advanced WSET+ courses
- 54 WSET Diploma graduates, representing one of the strongest Diploma pipelines globally
- 36 Professional Wine Educator graduates, helping raise instructional standards across the industry
Throughout 2025, Napa Valley Wine Academy continued to invest in proprietary learning tools, expert-led instruction, and expanded exam access, while maintaining high academic standards across all levels. The Academy’s growing national footprint and industry-leading pass rates reinforce its reputation as a trusted education partner for individuals, trade professionals, and organizations worldwide.
In 2025, the Academy also expanded globally, serving WSET students in South Asia (Kingdom of Bhutan); which will continue in 2026.
As the largest WSET school in the United States and one of the most awarded providers globally, Napa Valley Wine Academy remains committed to putting students at the center of everything it does.
About Napa Valley Wine Academy
Napa Valley Wine Academy is a premier provider of wine, spirits, beer, and sake education, offering globally recognized WSET certifications and proprietary programs. Based in Napa, California, the Academy serves students worldwide through online, in-person (at our Napa school, Tampa, Nashville, etc), and hybrid learning experiences. The Academy also works with regional associations around the world to provide educational classes, content, and unique tasting event opportunities.
