About

Ursuline Academy is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for young women in grades 7-12. Founded in 1946, Ursuline Academy in Dedham operates under the sponsorship of the international network of Ursuline Sisters, the oldest religious teaching order devoted to the education of young women.

Admissions

Our Admissions team welcomes families for tours throughout the year, and we sponsor events designed for students to explore our campus, sit in on classes, and to get to know our community. Ours is a holistic approach to knowing each student as we review qualifications for admissions. Learn why families choose Ursuline, and how our graduates become young women of character, faith and scholarship!

ACADEMICS

Ursuline Academy offers a rigorous program of study designed to challenge and inspire students, and our faculty encourage their love of learning, reading, and scholarly exploration in the pursuit of truth. Our graduates are fully prepared to study, analyze, and communicate persuasively to meet the challenges of university work.

LIVING THE MISSION

The values of an Ursuline education– a Catholic education– were established centuries ago when Saint Angela Merici dedicated her life to forming a company of young women engaged in bettering their communities. At Ursuline, we challenge our students to live lives of integrity that reflect the principles of Catholic social teaching, and to be Christ to one another in today’s world. We welcome students of all faiths, and support every student on her spiritual journey.

Campus Visits & Events

Thank you for your interest in visiting Ursuline Academy! Visiting our campus, speaking with faculty, and seeing our students in action is an invaluable way to learn about Ursuline Academy. Our Admissions team is excited to meet you. We encourage you to schedule a private tour at any time, and you may do so by contacting Mrs. Solomon, Chief Enrollment Officer, at admissions@ursulineacademy.net or call 781.493.7726.

Admissions Programs & Visits

Discover UA Information Night

If you missed our Open House, we hope you can join us for "Discover Ursuline," an Admissions Information Night scheduled for December 10, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.

The Information Night will provide an introduction and overview to prospective families about all the opportunities available to students on our campus. You'll have a chance to learn about curriculum from our faculty, to speak with the athletic or arts directors, and take a campus tour. Faculty, staff, parents and students will be available to answer questions and to share their experiences.

If you are applying for Fall 2025 admission or beyond, please complete the Inquiry form to join our mailing list. This will ensure that you receive invitations to all special events, visit days, drama productions and concerts, as well as admissions events added throughout the year.

Questions? Please call Mrs. Cathy Solomon, Chief Enrollment Officer, at 781.493.7726.

Campus Tours

Tour the Ursuline Academy Campus

We welcome you and your family for a private campus tour throughout the year. Individual private tours may be scheduled by appointment at any point in the application process. Open tour dates will also be available on Ravenna following the Open House.

Please note that campus tours are also a feature of the Open House and will include an opportunity to speak with all members of the Ursuline community.

However, if that date isn't convenient for you, or if you wish to arrange a meeting with a member of the Admissions Team, please call the Admissions Office at 781-493-7726 or email admissions@ursulineacademy.net.

Tours are also available throughout the summer months.

Visit Days for Grade 7 & 8 Applicants

Visit Days are available for 7th and 8th grade admissions candidates on select dates throughout the fall and early winter. Although not required for admission, all prospective students are encouraged to attend a Visit Day! All Visit Days run from 8:45am to 12:30pm, and lunch is included.

The day begins with a welcome session for parents/guardians and students. Prospective students then attend a rotation of classes including a fun activity in our iHub and lunch with a student host. Following the welcome session, parents or guardians will hear more about admissions and are encouraged to ask questions over coffee 'an with administrators and parent ambassadors.

Visit Days are offered on specific days throughout the application season. Space is limited each day and registration closes 48 hours before each Visit Day. We release these dates on a rolling basis through the Ravenna application portal.

To secure a date, you will need to establish an account in Ravenna here, and then look for the Visit Days under "events."

Please call the Admissions Office at 781.493.7726 or email admissions@ursulineacademy.net for assistance if you are having any difficulty in arranging a visit date.

Shadow Visits for Gr. 9 Candidates or Transfers

Shadow Visits are available for 9th grade admissions candidates or transfer candidates on select dates throughout the fall and early winter. The Shadow Visit is a required step in the admissions process and it runs from 8:45am to 1:10pm; lunch is included.

The day begins with a welcome session for parents/guardians and students. Prospective students then meet their host student for the day and they will follow the host's schedule of classes including lunch. Following the welcome session, parents or guardians will hear more about admissions and are encouraged to ask questions over coffee 'an with administrators and parent ambassadors.

Shadow Visits are offered on specific days throughout the application season. Space is limited each day and registration closes 48 hours before each Visit Day. We release these dates on a rolling basis through the Ravenna application portal.

To secure a date, you will need to establish an account in Ravenna here, and then look for available Shadow Visits under "events."

If you have difficulty registering for the Shadow Visit date, please email admissions@ursulineacademy.net or call 781.493.7726 for assistance.

Admissions Office

We look forward to meeting you and your family throughout the coming year, and we welcome questions at any time! Please feel free to email admissions@ursulineacademy.net or call 781.493.7726 for assistance.

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