25-26 Admissions | Ursuline Academy

YOU

IT’S YOU WE’RE LOOKING FOR

At Ursuline Academy, we want to welcome you to come as you are and will help you discover who you want to be.

IT’S YOUR PATH. TAKE IT. 01

OUR MISSION: Alive in the spirit of St. Angela and rooted in Catholic values, Ursuline Academy is a welcoming community that prepares young women for higher learning and cultivates in them the courage to use their minds and voices in service of the global society.

02

OUR VIBRANT URSULINE NEIGHBORHOOD Ursuline Academy is nestled on 28 acres of sprawling landscape in a picturesque Kirkwood neighborhood. Many are surprised to find we’re only minutes from Interstate 44! Whether you want to grab a quick coffee on the way to school or go shopping at the nearby downtown boutiques after the day is over,

URSULINE IS AT THE CENTER OF IT ALL. AND SO ARE YOU. 03

Creve Coeur

170

Ladue

Clayton

Frontenac

64

61

Rock Hill

Town and Country

Richmond 64 Heights Brentwood Maplewood 100

Webster Groves

Des Peres

44

Shrewsbury

270

Ursuline is here

St. Louis Hills

Kirkwood 366

Crestwood

44

Affton

Sunset Hills Sappington

141

30

55

270

267

Fenton

Mehlville 21

255

55

04

BOND OF BELONGING NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE, YOU BELONG AT URSULINE. You’ll be supported by a sisterhood, one that will be there for you not only during the four years you’re here but also for so many years beyond graduation. From the first time you set foot on campus, you’ll feel Ursuline’s BOND OF BELONGING wherever you go.

INDIVIDUALIZED GUIDANCE Everyone has a unique path toward her own goals, and WE ARE THERE FOR EVERY SINGLE URSULINE STUDENT at every turn. Throughout your four years at Ursuline, you will be guided by the same counselor, a trusted mentor who will get to know you and help you blaze your own, unique path through high school and beyond.

COLLEGE COUNSELING Together, we’ll find a college where you will continue on your path to becoming who you want to be.

Ursuline utilizes a program called NAVIANCE, a comprehensive online service that helps our students with their college search and provides them with resources on scholarships, financial aid, and more.

“BUILD COMMUNITY 05

SERVIZIO SERVICE

CORTESIA COURTESY

LEALTÀ LOYALTY

CORAGGIO COURAGE

THE URSULINE HOUSE SYSTEM FROM DAY ONE, YOU’LL BE WELCOMED INTO ONE OF FOUR HOUSES where you’ll immediately feel a sense of belonging. Our Houses, named after the Italian words for our core values, are grounded in community spirit, made up of students from all four grade levels and coworkers. Each student is a member of the same House all four years and takes part in House meetings and traditions, such as spirit games, competition day and S.P.L.A.S.H. Week.

WHEREVER YOU GO.” — ST. ANGELA MERICI

06

30+

AP/COLLEGE COURSES OFFERED

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

No two students are alike, so we empower you throughout your four years to take the path that’s right for you. We help you thrive, creating a positive learning experience that meets you where you are so you can get to where you want to be.

92

%

OF TEACHERS HOLD ADVANCED DEGREES 07

100

%

OF STUDENTS CONTINUE EDUCATION AFTER GRADUATION

MORE THAN

50%

OF GRADS EARN AT LEAST 15 COLLEGE CREDITS

9:1

STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO BEAR BASICS Each freshman participates in the Bear

Basics program during their first semester.

Led by the Counseling Department, this program is built to help with the transition to high school and life at Ursuline. Topics covered in this course include study skills, organizational strategies, stress management techniques, and practical UA information such as understanding the daily schedule, accessing grades, support services, and upcoming events and traditions.

ALL-GIRLS SCHOOLS PUT YOU AHEAD:

2/3

OF GRADS EXPECT TO EARN A GRADUATE OR PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

ALL-GIRLS SCHOOL GRADUATES WERE

3x MORE LIKELY TO REPORT HAVING HIGH LEVELS OF SELF-CONFIDENCE COMPARED TO THEIR CO-ED PEERS.

6x

MORE LIKELY TO MAJOR IN STEM SUBJECTS

08

“REFLECT

THAT IN REALITY YOU HAVE A GREATER NEED TO SERVE THAN THEY HAVE OF YOUR SERVICE. - ST. ANGELA MERICI

”

Saint Angela Merici founded the Order of St. Ursula over 400 years ago! This company of young women reflected her charism and values by using their God-given gifts in service of their communities and learning to advocate for themselves.

TODAY, THE WORDS AND TEACHINGS OF OUR FOUNDRESS ARE AS MEANINGFUL AND RELEVANT AS EVER, inspiring our entire Ursuline Academy community to embrace both the confidence to take our own paths and the humility to embrace a lifelong dedication to service to others.

SERVIAM You will have completed 120 hours of service when you graduate, 60 of which will be from your Junior Service Project. For alumnae, Serviam is a commitment to a life of serving others locally and worldwide. IT UNITES US AS LEADERS TODAY, TOMORROW, AND BEYOND.

THE MOTTO OF URSULINE SCHOOLS AROUND THE WORLD. LATIN FOR “I WILL SERVE.” 09

FAITH FORMATION Ursuline Academy instills a solid sense of Catholic values both inside and outside of the classroom. Beyond the required coursework in theology and world religions, daily life at Ursuline includes celebrations of the Eucharist, prayer to begin and end each day, annual class retreats, and opportunities for community service in various destinations.

WHILE OUR CATHOLIC IDENTITY IS FRONT AND CENTER, WE NURTURE THE SPIRIT OF STUDENTS FROM ALL FAITHS AND BACKGROUNDS. 10

FIELD HOCKEY ELITE EIGHT

BACK-TO-BACK

2024 & 2025 BASKETBALL SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS

ATHLETICS The athletics program at Ursuline Academy has something for anyone who wants to compete. OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES FIND A GREAT BALANCE with their studies, developing personally, improving their skills, and gaining the persistence they need to succeed both on and off the field, the court, or even the computer monitor!

Our student-athletes get the opportunity to travel to and compete in sisterhood tournaments with other Ursuline schools in Dallas, Boston, Delaware, Cincinnati, and Louisville!

11

eSPORTS eS PORTS

DEDICATED SPACE

ESTABLISHED FOR AND BY OUR STUDENTS

16

SPORTS OFFERED

1 ST

2

YEARS

1 ST

PLACE STATE

UNDEFEATED

PLACE STATE

DANCE

STUNT

CHEER

TEAM

TEAM

TEAM

SOCCER 2024 DISTRICT CHAMPIONS

12

8+

PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS

40+

CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

GETTING INVOLVED Are you an artist? Gamer? Musician? Ready to become a star on the stage?

Want to make a difference in your community? Extracurricular activities are a great way to show everyone your unique talents and personality. From the classroom to the studio and wherever your interests take you, we’ve got a path for you to excel at what excites you the most.

13

PARENTS ARE A PRIORITY When your daughter attends Ursuline, she’s not the only one joining our community, you are, too! We always welcome the positive contributions our parents and families have to offer, inviting them to attend events and participate in organizations throughout the year. And you can expect us to be available and ready to listen whenever you or your student have a need.

14

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL & CULTURAL EXCHANGES

150+

AFFILIATE SCHOOLS AROUND THE GLOBE

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS Because the Ursuline network extends across the globe, our students have countless opportunities to experience the world as part of their daily lives, such as Sister school tournaments, International cultural exchanges Overseas alumnae connections, and Global video learning.

We can help you visit the world, but we also bring the world to you. You will grow as a global citizen and connect to something bigger than yourself.

15

VISITING OUR SISTERS AT BRESCIA HOUSE IN SOUTH AFRICA

SERVIAM AROUND THE WORLD

Ursuline Academy New Orleans, LA

Ursuline Academy Boston, MA

Ursuline Academy Dallas, TX

Blanche de Castille Nantes, France

Ursuline High School Wimbledon, England

Brescia House School Johannesburg, South Africa

GLOBAL SCHOLARS For students who demonstrate a strong interest in global citizenship, you can take on coursework with a global focus. It’s an opportunity for intellectual achievement and a commitment to global change.

CO-CURRICULAR EXPERIENCES | BROADENED GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE INTERNATIONALLY FOCUSED SERVICE | GLOBAL CAPSTONE PROJECT

16

EXPERIENCE URSULINE

COME VISIT US! Eighth graders are invited to shadow in the fall semester, while seventh graders are invited to shadow in the spring. Come tour the school, meet students, attend classes, and get answers for any questions you have. Schedule your visit at WWW.URSULINESTL.ORG/VISITUA.

ADMISSIONS CALENDAR OVERVIEW Fall Semester Fall Shadow Days 8th Grade

High School Nights

8th Grade, 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 5th Grade

Applications Open 8th Grade

Ursuline Experience Night 8th Grade, 7th Grade

Open House (Fall 2025)

8th Grade, 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 5th Grade

Financial Aid Application Deadline (Dec. 31, 2025)

Spring Semester Acceptance Day! Class of 2030

Spring Shadow Days 7th Grade

High School Fairs

8th Grade, 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 5th Grade

Bear for A Day! 7th Grade, 6th Grade

} 17

SCAN THE QR CODE WITH YOUR SMART PHONE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC EVENTS, DATES, AND REGISTRATIONS!

TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID

TUITION FOR THE 2025-2026 ACADEMIC YEAR IS $19,000. We understand the importance of financial assistance, and we are pleased to offer support to all Ursuline Academy families who qualify. Please complete the form at ursulinestl.org/finance and we will provide you with an estimate of the support you can expect to receive.

The deadline to apply for financial assistance is December 31st, 2025.

SCHOLARSHIPS Merit Scholarships recognize students with strong academic credentials and are awarded based on performance on standardized tests in either seventh or eighth grade. These awards are automatically applied to any incoming student who meets all criteria and are renewable for all four years based on her academic performance.

MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE - $5,000 PRINCIPAL’S SCHOLARSHIP - $2,500

Merit Scholarships are awarded based on a student’s core composite score on the PreACT 8/9.

ALUMNAE SCHOLARSHIP We proudly offer this $1,000 award to all prospective students who are daughters of an Ursuline Academy St. Louis alumna.

MULTI-BEAR ADVANTAGE This $1,000 tuition break is available for families who have more than one daughter attending Ursuline Academy in the same school year and is renewable each year that both girls are enrolled.

SCAN THE QR CODE WITH YOUR SMART PHONE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID!

} 18

I T ’S YO U R PAT H . TA K E I T.

@ur su l i n e stl ur s uli n est l .o r g | 3 1 4 .9 8 4 .2 8 0 0 3 4 1 So u t h Sappington Roa d Saint Louis, MO 631 22 Mrs. Heidi Krieger Burch ’12 Director of Admissions 314.984.2818 hburch@ursulinestl.org

Mrs. Emily Valencia Director of Enrollment 314.984.2815 evalencia@ursulinestl.org