URSULINE ACADEMY OF DALLAS ACADEMIC YEAR
2018/2019
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ounded in 1874, Ursuline Academy of Dallas is an independent Catholic, college preparatory school for young women sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters. The mission of Ursuline Academy is the total development of the individual student through spiritual formation, intellectual growth, service to others, and building of community. Ursuline Academy educates young women for leadership in a global society.
Founded 1874 Oldest continuously operating school in Dallas
Total Enrollment (9-12) 850+ Students of Color 34% Tuition 2018-2019 $21,900
Catholic 75% Average Class Size 15-18 Student-Teacher Ratio 9:1 Faculty 102 Majority with advanced degrees
Accreditation
Financial Assistance
Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS)
In 2018-2019, the Academy will grant approximately
Memberships & AfďŹ liations CASE Center for Spiritual and Ethical Education Educational Records Bureau (ERB) Global Education Benchmark Group (GEBG)
$1,409,000 in financial assistance and merit awards to 232 students, representing approximately 27% of the student body.
Independent Curriculum Group National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS) One Schoolhouse Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) The College Board Ursuline Education Network (UEN) We are a Microsoft Showcase School.
National Merit Scholarship Program 2016-18: 8 Ursuline students were named National Merit Finalists; 46 were Commended Scholars. National Hispanic Recognition Program 2016-18: 23 Ursuline students were recognized in the National Hispanic Recognition Program.
College Preparatory Curriculum
Honors and Advanced Placement Courses
Ursuline Academy offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with additional opportunities for elective course work to support individual growth and development. Criteria for acceptance into AP and Honors courses are specialized and selective.
Enrollment in these classes is competitive. Students qualify on the basis of academic performance and potential as indicated by standardized tests as well as faculty recommendations.
Graduation Requirements 28 Credits are required for graduation: English Mathematics Science* Social Studies** Theology World Language***
4.0 Electives 4.0 Physical Education 4.0 Fine Arts 4.0 Computer Science 4.0 Speech 3.0
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.5
*Requirement: Physics I, Chemistry I, Biology I, one additional science course **Requirement: Historical Geography, World History, US History, Macroeconomics, Government ***Requirement: Same language in consecutive years, beginning with Freshman year
Grading and Ranking Policy It is the policy of Ursuline Academy not to rank our students. Our selective admission is based on an entrance test, grade school record, recommendations, interview, and application essay responses. Only semesters completed at Ursuline are included in the Ursuline GPA. Additional weighting of 0.6 for AP and Honors courses is added only in determination of the GPA and is not reflected in the numeric grade.
Honors Courses English Mathematics Science Social Studies* World Language *Social Studies honors classes are not available to Freshmen.
Advanced Placement Courses English Language & Composition English Literature & Composition Calculus AB and BC Statistics Computer Science A Computer Science Principles Biology Chemistry Environmental Science Physics I Physics C: Mechanics Art History European History US History Human Geography
US Government and Politics Comparative Government and Politics Macroeconomics Microeconomics Psychology Chinese French Language & Culture Spanish Language & Culture Spanish Literature & Culture Music Theory Studio Art: 2-D Design Studio Art: 3-D Design Studio Art: Drawing
Standardized Testing Class of 2018 SAT
Middle 50%
Evidence Based Reading and Writing 580-670 Mathematics 540-640
Grading Scale 93-100 4.0 A
83-86 3.0 B
73-76 2.0 C
90-92 3.7 A-
80-82 2.7 B-
70-72 1.7 C-
Class of 2018 ACT
87-89 3.3 B+
77-79 2.3 C+
65-69 1.0 D
Composite
Middle 50%
Mean
6 30 590 Mean
24-29 26.6
Class of 2018 Student Voices
Riley Paige Campbell
Kaitlin Marlene Codd
Hoang-Uyen Le
College Choice: The University of Texas at Austin Senior Service: Mi Escuelita Preschool
College Choice: Saint Louis University Senior Service: McShan Elementary Reading Room
College Choice: University of Notre Dame Senior Service: Reading Partners: Stephen Foster Elementary
“One of the many advantages of attending Ursuline is the exceptional environment an all-girls school creates. There is a special sisterhood that unites every student and empowers every girl’s unique qualities… I created lasting bonds with not only my peers, but also the incredible teachers and staff.”
“Ursuline provides a wide variety of courses and electives, passionate teachers, and an academically challenging environment. There are so many opportunities to learn more about the world around us. Through the various delegations and exchange programs, many girls created friendships with people from all over the world.”
“I will live out the rest of my days with Serviam always in mind. I will never forget the helpfulness and generosity I experienced at Ursuline, so I hope I can pass those on to others as well. I also learned that kindness and love will get me the furthest in life. I will always aspire to bring light, rather than darkness, to people’s lives.”
Ursuline Academy of Dallas – Educating Global Leaders
Spiritual Formation and Serviam, “I Will Serve”
Ursuline students engage in a variety of transformative experiences which help them grow in global competence. As they get to know and touch the realities of other cultures, they gain new appreciation for different perspectives and a better understanding of what it means to be a citizen of the world. They also have the opportunity to share a unique sisterhood with students around the globe. Educational and cultural exchanges take place each year with sister schools in Australia, Brazil, Chile, China, England, France, Peru, South Africa, Taiwan, and Wilmington, Delaware. Mission trips and global studies opportunities are also offered.
Ursuline education is rooted in the belief that spiritual life is to be nurtured and developed. Students discover the possibilities that faith in Jesus Christ offers through an array of curricular and extracurricular activities including Theology studies, integration of Catholic social teachings in coursework, annual retreats, school-wide liturgies, student-led prayer services, and daily prayer. All Ursuline schools share a commitment to forming students as servant leaders. In the spirit of Serviam, (Latin for “I will Serve”), students and alumnae reach out to society through service projects initiated by students and service learning incorporated into classroom instruction.
Portrait of an Ursuline Graduate Act, move, strive, hope, cry out to God with all your heart… – St. Angela Merici, Foundress of the Ursuline Order
An Ursuline graduate • Is a woman of faith and reflection. • Embodies Serviam by using her gifts to learn from and serve others. • Appreciates multiple perspectives and celebrates the uniqueness of all locally and globally. • Encourages and exemplifies integrity and resiliency. • Is a life-long learner who engages with others ethically, critically, empathetically. • Is an independent, innovative thinker who instigates and embraces change. • Strives to build a strong sense of community.
Valeria Marques
Emily Ann Musso
Oria Wilson-Iguade
College Choice: Cornell University Senior Service: ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship
College Choice: The University of Oklahoma Senior Service: George Bannerman Dealey Montessori Academy
College Choice: Rice University Senior Service: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School
“The rich variety of sports, clubs, and extracurriculars means that every girl can become a leader in her own way. From working on a group project to carrying the team to a state victory, Ursuline girls know how to lead with more than just themselves in mind, but as a community working toward a common goal.”
“I had the opportunity to travel to Uganda, and it was such an amazing experience. I learned so much about a different culture and experienced it first hand because the people we interacted with were so open and friendly. It was eye-opening to go through the day with them and see how they live their lives.”
“Serviam has instilled in me a greater appreciation for community and a greater desire to serve others. I work to only put forth my unconventional best…I have found that my best occurs when I work with others, striving toward a goal together and helping each other along the way.”
www.ursulinedallas.org
phone: 469.232.1800
School Code: 441825
University and College Acceptances 2018 Class of 2018
4900 Walnut Hill Lane Dallas, Texas 75229-6599 www.ursulinedallas.org President Gretchen Z. Kane gkane@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.3590 Principal Andrea Shurley ashurley@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1801 College Counseling Alicia Estes, Chair aestes@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1837 Jan Freund, Counselor jfreund@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1823 Laura Harrington, Counselor lharrington@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1838 Jamie Byrum, Counselor jbyrum@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1853 Vandana Blankenship, Coordinator vblankenship@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1834 Admissions and Enrollment Management Rebekah Gilbert, Director rgilbert@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1803 Registrar Cristelle Elias celias@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1813
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