College Counseling & Guidance

Ursuline's Guidance Department (l-r) Mrs. Sullivan, Mrs. Cutter, Mrs. Ferrucci and Mrs. Scott

Ursuline Academy's guidance staff and faculty advisors help students examine their interests, abilities and chart a path toward personal and intellectual fulfillment. From initial research through acceptance, the goal of the college admissions experience is to support students as they select the college best suited to their needs, where they can grow socially and academically and continue to develop their abilities and interests. In one-on-one counseling sessions and group meetings, students clarify their goals, evaluate colleges, present their qualifications, and manage the admissions process to make an informed decision. Parents receive a wealth of information and support as they navigate the admissions and financial aid process.

The goal of the Guidance Department is to provide students with knowledge of adolescent growth and development, to promote positive mental health and to assist them to acquire and use life skills.

Counselors meet with all students in grades 7 through 12 throughout the academic year. The progress of each student is monitored closely in order to understand personal needs, interests and goals. The counselors also meet with individual students when Progress Reports, issued each quarter, indicate weakness in achievement.

Counselors assist with all aspects of the college admissions process. The department hosts two fall College Fairs featuring representatives from 70+ colleges, individual College Admissions Representatives, as well as a College Information Evening and a Financial Aid Workshop for students and parents. During the junior and senior year, each student is provided with personal counseling and assistance in her college search and selection process.

Traditionally 100% of Ursuline seniors are accepted at four year colleges and universities.

Naviance Note: Students in grades 9-12 should be registered on Naviance using their own email and password. Parents are encouraged to review the Naviance program. Seniors are required to use Naviance for the college application process. Seniors are also reminded to check the scholarship tab on Naviance where we are listing scholarship opportunities as they come into our office.

Know Your Counselor!
Mrs. Ferrucci, Director of Guidance
Mrs. Cutter, Administrator
Mrs. Scott, Guidance Counselor
Mrs. Sullivan, Guidance Counselor

Every student has been assigned a Guidance Counselor based on an alphabetical split. Students keep the same counselor for Grades 8-12.

Please email the Guidance Department or call 781-326-6161 ext. 113 if you need further information.

Guidance Events

On Thursday, March 14 at 6:00 p.m., the Ursuline Guidance Department will offer a presentation by Dr. Elizabeth Englander, the founder of the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center (M.A.R.C.). Dr. Englander will speak about online activities, cyber bullying and how parents can work with their teenagers and schools in both bullying and cyber bullying situations. Please join us for this important presentation! Feel free to invite other interested adults.