MSJA 2025 Profile

PROFILE

OUR CAMPUS

Our Campus: A Hidden Sanctuary for Bold Learning Mount Saint Joseph Academy sits like a well-kept secret on 78 stunning acres in Springfield Township, Montgomery County—a picturesque campus that feels worlds away from the everyday, yet just minutes from Philadelphia’s energy and opportunity.

Nestled between the renowned Morris Arboretum, historic Erdenheim Farm, Fort Washington State Park, Chestnut Hill College, and the beloved Wissahickon Trail, our campus offers something special: a lush, private sanctuary where young women can focus, grow, and flourish.

Here, courage grows in quiet moments of reflection, community deepens on tree-lined pathways, and confidence builds in spaces designed for both solitude and sisterhood.

Our students enjoy rolling green spaces, mature trees, and the kind of natural setting that inspires both academic excellence and personal growth. It’s the perfect environment for future leaders who need space to think big, dream boldly, and discover who they’re meant to become.

Student Life: Where Passion Meets Purpose With over 90% student participation, Mount’s vibrant co-curricular program offers 20 clubs, 27 organizations, and 8 service teams—creating more than 130 leadership opportunities for students to discover their unique gifts. From drop-in clubs that welcome all interests to mission-driven organizations that create school-wide impact, every student finds her place to shine, lead, and grow alongside her Mount sisters.

Admission: Where Excellence Meets Opportunity Our application process includes a competitive examination that identifies young women ready to embrace the Mount challenge. But we believe that every deserving student should have access to transformational education.

The Mount offers merit-based scholarships recognizing academic achievement, service leadership, and artistic excellence. Grants are available to those who qualify and meet specific requirements, while need-based scholarships and tuition assistance ensure that financial circumstances never stand between a deserving student and her Mount education.

Because the best leaders come from everywhere—and they deserve every opportunity to shine.

By the Numbers

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83%

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of Mount graduate attend post-secondary institutions

student to teacher ratio

of faculty with advanced degrees

98%

of faculty have full-time hours

AP students

of students scored 3+ on AP exams

average students in a class

ACADEMIC LIFE Choosing the Mount means choosing an education designed to cultivate courage in the classroom, foster community through collaboration, and build the confidence needed to lead boldly as tomorrow’s changemakers.

Our personalized and dynamic curriculum doesn’t just prepare students for college—it prepares them to transform their fields.

Young women engage in cutting-edge collaborative STEM learning, tackle college-level coursework, conduct meaningful research while serving their communities, and discover their unique leadership strengths through experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

THE MOUNT ADVANTAGE: BLOCK SCHEDULING THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING For more than 25 years, the Mount has pioneered a collegiateinspired block schedule that gives our students a decisive advantage. While traditional high schools rush students through eight fragmented 40-minute classes daily, we’ve designed something transformative.

Our academic year divides into two intensive semesters, with classes meeting in four focused 76-minute blocks each day. Students take 4-5 subjects per semester for a total of 8-10 subjects per school year, with most AP courses held in intensive blocks on alternating days for the entire year.

What students say about the Block:

“The block schedule is so helpful because you’re able to check your homework, ask your teacher questions and collaborate with your classmates in ways that help you to delve deeper into subjects. It also helps because you’re not reteaching yourself lessons at home — you actually learn a complete lesson in your 80 minute block. I love the block!” —Senior Student

MOUNT MEETING HOURS (MMH): PERSONALIZED SUPPORT THAT MEETS YOU WHERE YOU ARE This year brings exciting enhancements to our MMH programming, designed to extend student opportunities and provide grade-specific support when students need it most.

Running from 2:10-3:00 PM, these afternoon sessions ensure morning time remains focused on academic instruction while offering targeted, age-appropriate enrichment.

9th and 10th graders participate year-round in programming focused on Mission and Inclusion, wellness, leadership development, and learning support—building the foundation for confident academic and personal growth.

11th graders engage in comprehensive college counseling each week during spring semester, with additional fall programming focused on career exploration and meaningful connections with our accomplished alumnae network.

12th graders participate in weekly college counseling during fall semester, with flexible spring programming providing individualized support as they prepare for their next chapter.

This innovative approach prioritizes academic learning while ensuring every student receives the personalized guidance she needs to thrive—because at the Mount, we believe great education means meeting each student exactly where she is.

WOMEN AS FOUNDERS: WHERE PASSION BECOMES PURPOSE At the Mount, we don’t just teach students about changemakers— we develop them. Our signature Women as Founders course is an independent study program designed to cultivate strong female leaders who are independent, socially responsible, and courageous in their thoughts, actions, and personal lives.

Under faculty guidance, students conduct original research, design advocacy projects, and transform their passions into powerful social justice initiatives. Their work culminates in presentations to the Mount community, inspiring others and creating ripple effects of positive change.

REAL IMPACT, REAL CHANGE: CLASS OF 2025 PROJECTS This year’s Women as Founders cohort tackled diverse and critical issues, each student bringing her unique perspective and passion to create meaningful impact: Mia O’Brien launched the Mount Thrift Store initiative after researching the ethical and environmental costs of fast fashion, giving the community a sustainable alternative while raising awareness about consumer responsibility.

Molly Dunphy-Culp led powerful discussions on childhood poverty and organized donation drives for students in need, turning research into direct action that supports vulnerable families.

Mia Moss proposed hydroponic gardens as a sustainable solution for food insecurity, partnering with the SSJ Neighborhood Center to bring fresh food access to underserved communities.

Sophie Householder explored teen social media anxiety disorder, advocating for greater mental health awareness and support systems for young people navigating digital pressures.

Izzy Mellos raised awareness about Irlen Syndrome, sharing personal experiences alongside research to help others understand this neurological condition affecting visual processing.

From neurodiversity awareness to environmental sustainability, these young women didn’t just study problems—they designed solutions. Because at the Mount, we believe the best way to change the world is to start now, with courage, community, and confidence.

DISTINCTIVE by DESIGN 1) LIMITLESS LEARNING 2) COMMUNITY LED BY FAITH 3) FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS 4) ROBUST ACADEMICS

Email admiss@msjacad.org or call 215.233.9133 120 W. Wissahickon Avenue, Flourtown, PA 19031

“My experience at Mount Saint Joseph Academy was wonderful, and I highly recommend it for others looking for a college ready education and a plethora of extracurriculars.” -Mount Alum