2020 Admissions At-A-Glance

THIS is OLP

OUR MISSION

Founded and rooted in the Gospel values

of the Catholic church and the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, the Academy of Our Lady of Peace empowers young women in an innovative learning environment that honors the individual while fostering community, and develops faith-filled leaders dedicated to the “love of God and the dear neighbor without distinction.�

Educating the next generation of women leaders & innovators since 1882

2020 - 2021

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There’s no mistaking AN OLP GR ADUATE

THE ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE has been educating young women for

138 YEARS in the tradition of the

SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH OF CARONDELET

Our Campus

OUR HISTORIC CAMPUS WAS BUILT IN THE EARLY

1 9 2 0 ’ S and features a library, event center, amphitheater,

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OLP is committed to helping girls navigate the complex world of STEM alongside our commitment to the Visual and Performing Arts. STEAM is a core principal integral to the education of all our girls.

weight & conditioning spaces, athletic facilities, dance studio, and an expansive North Terrace Lawn. Newly renovated for

the 20-21 school year are Navarra and Shiley Halls! The newly renovated spaces include a Maker’s Space, Pilot Productions

Studio, brand new classrooms and break-out spaces and are accessible to all with a brand new elevator! Our campus also

has two dining options: Pilot Cafe and Common Grounds, both managed by The French Gourmet.

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750

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STUDENTS

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

ET HN I C B ACK GRO U ND S : 40% Hispanic/Latina

31% European American 19% Multi-Racial/Other 7% Asian/Filipino 2% African American 1% Pacific Islander

F R OM 8 2 ZIP C O DE S

and 103 Catholic, Independent & Public Schools

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The OLP Robotics Team, sponsored

by Qualcomm, competed in the FIRST Robotics World Championships for the 2nd year in a row!

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The Visual and Performing Arts Department puts on theatrical productions throughout the year. The Addams Family was a hit!

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OLP students gathered for a week of intentional community living at Nazareth Farm, which included home repair projects in the local community, faith sharing, and learning simple living practices to better our environment.

THE CLASS of 2020...

WERE OFFERED ADMISSIONS

84. 4%

WERE OFFERED SCHOLARSHIPS* *at least one scholarship

9800

TOTAL ALUMNAE

from a college or university

40%

PLAN TO MAJOR IN A STEM FIELD

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GRADUA

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862

from 263 unique colleges & universities

$ 27.1 MILLI O N

IN MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS WAS OFFERED >>

Carondelet Circle Student Ambassador is just one of 600 leadership opportunities available on campus each year.

20%

ARE FIRST GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS

STUDENT TO

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T HE P I LO T S

- 6 stem & 39 art

19%

are alumnae of OLP +

have taught at OLP for an average of

8 YEARS +

78%

hold

advanced degrees.

1 AP class

OLP OPERATES FROM THE CSJ

T R A D I T I O N O F “ F A I T H I N A C T I O N . ” The curriculum is rooted in balancing formation

with information and is integrated across all

disciplines under the guidance of the tradition of the Roman Catholic Church.

Through a Campus Ministry program rooted in student leadership, students are encouraged

to engage their faith and lead others through a vibrant faith experience. Religious studies in the classroom are complemented with

class level retreats for all grades. Liturgies are

planned by students and led by visiting Priests from San Diego Diocese.

are available each year for students

Hispanic Professional Engineers, Green

SCHOOL MASCOT:

45

enrolled in at least

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

Tennis, Volleyball,

Equestrian and Surf

STEAM CLASSES:

431 / 57.16%

O VER 600

5 5 C L U B S & O R G A N I Z A T I O N S on

Field, Cheer, Dance,

Honors class

38

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compete in

Swim & Dive, Track &

enrolled in at least 1

COURSES:

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TU SPIRI

Lacrosse, Sand

495 / 65.6%

AP & HONORS

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TO TAL SERVICE H O U R S COMPLETED ANNU ALLY

Volleyball, Softball,

AP or Honors class

22.74

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3 0, 0 0 0

Water Polo, Archery,

622 / 82.5%

SIZE:

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S E R VI CE HOURS AR E R EQUIRED TO GR ADUA TE

Basketball, Soccer,

enrolled in at least 1

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85

Cross Country, Golf,

AVERAGE CLASS

14 TO 1

OF OUR

FACULTY

Of the 289 students, 8 7 . 5 % had scores of 3 , 4 O R 5 .

“Dear Neighbor Without Distinction”

50 0 +

STUDENTS

In 2019 - 2020, 2 8 9 S T U D E N T S took 5 1 8 A P E X A M S .

SERVING THE

student-athletes

OF OUR

FACULTY RATIO:

campus including Robotics, Society of

Team, Culinary Club, Mock Trial, Culturally Affiliated Clubs, Peace Commission & more!

HONOR SOCIETIES INCLUDE S C H O O L S O C I A L S I N C L U D E Welcome Back Social, Homecoming, Miss OLP Ball,

Junior Boat Dance, Prom, Community Day

OLP is committed to providing access to families

who demonstrate a verifiable financial need. Financial assistance is available for qualified applicants.

2020-21

TUITION COST

$ 20,200

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