College Matriculation

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JANE GOODALL

CREATING YOUR PATH TO CHANGE THE WORLD

From the beginning of your freshman year at St. Teresa’s Academy, the College Counseling department will work with you to prepare you for your college selection and application process.

Graduates from the class of 2020 were accepted at 135 different institutions nationwide and abroad. Over 75% received one or more merit-based scholarship offers (academic, athletic, visual/performing arts, leadership, community service, etc.)

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES STA STARS HAVE ATTENDED OVER THE PAST FOURS YEARS ҐCLASS OF ƑƏƐƕ҃ƑƏƑƏґ

American University Arizona State University-Tempe Auburn University Avila University %arnard College %elmont University %enedictine College %oston College %utler University Carthage College Catholic University of America Central Methodist University Clark Atlanta University Clark University Colorado State University Columbia College Chicago Columbia University in the City of New York Cornell College Creighton University CUNY Hunter College De3aul University Drake University Drury University Duke University EDHEC %usiness School, France Emory University Emporia State University Florida State University Fontbonne University George Washington University Gonzaga University Grambling State University Grinnell College Howard University Indiana University-%loomington Iowa State University James Madison University Johnson County Community College Kansas City Art Institute Kansas State University Kansas Wesleyan University Kent State University Lindenwood University Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Chicago Loyola University New Orleans Marquette University Maryland Institute College of Art Metropolitan Community College Miami University-Oxford Missouri Southern State University Missouri State University Missouri University of Science & Technology Monmouth College New York University North Carolina State University Northeastern University Northwest Missouri State University Northwestern University Occidental College Oklahoma State University Oregon State University Otis College of Art & Design 3epperdine University 3ittsburg State University 3ratt Institute 3urdue University Quinnipiac University Reed College Regis University Rice University Rockhurst University Saint Louis University San Diego State University Santa Clara University Savannah College of Art & Design School of the Art Institute of Chicago Seattle University Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Southern Methodist University Spring Hill College St Olaf College Stanford University Stephens College Stony %rook University, SUNY SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry Syracuse University Texas A&M University, Commerce Texas Christian University University of Alabama University of Arizona University of the Arts Trinity College Dublin Trinity University Truman State University Tulane University United States Military Academy University of Arkansas University of California, San Diego University of California-%erkeley University of Central Missouri University of Chicago University of Colorado %oulder University of Colorado Colorado Springs University of Dallas University of Dayton University of Denver University of Florida University of Georgia University of Greenwich, London University of Iowa University of Kansas University of Kentucky University of Michigan-Ann Arbor University of Minnesota-Twin Cities University of Mississippi University of Missouri-Columbia University of Missouri-Kansas City University of Nebraska-Lincoln University of Notre Dame University of Oklahoma University of Oregon University of 3ortland University of 3uget Sound University of San Diego University of San Francisco University of South Carolina University of Southern California University of the Arts London University of Tulsa University of Virginia University of Wisconsin-Madison Villanova University Virginia Tech Wake Forest University Webster University Western University, Canada Wichita State University William Jewell College Worcester 3olytechnic Institute Xavier University Xavier University of Louisiana

A St. Teresa’s Academy education is an investment in excellence. During the 2020-2021 school year, the Academy offered more than $1,211,800 annually in scholarships, discounts, and Ćnancial aid to more than 53% of the student body.

TUITION FOR THE CURRENT ƑƏƑƏ҃ƑƏƑƐ SCHOOL YEAR $13,720 3ayment plans are available through Smart Tuition at a cost of $5 per family. Tuition can be spread over monthly, quarterly, or semi-annual payments.

REGISTRATION FEE $350 (non-refundable, due at time of registration)

COMPREHENSIVE/TECHNOLOGY FEE* $900 * The Comprehensive Fee includes the following items and more: Dell Latitude 700 2-in-1 Laptop and case, textbooks, software systems for classroom support, computer and network-related hardware, printing and associated equipment/paper, and standardized testing.

ATHLETICS FEE $325 per student/per sport (if participating)

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INCOMING FRESHMAN Incoming freshmen will be awarded academic scholarships based on their HS3T (High School 3lacement Test) performance. These scholarships are renewable annually based on the stated criteria.

residenঞal Scholarship: Awarded in the amount of $2,500 for HS3T composite scores of 99%, renewable annually with Ćrst honors.

Al†mnae Scholarship: Awarded in the amount of $1,500 for HS3T composite scores between 95%- 98%, renewable annually with Ćrst or second honors.

Windmoor Scholarship: Awarded in the amount of $750 for HS3T composite scores between 90%- 9%, renewable annually with Ćrst or second honors.

DISCOUNTS Families with two daughters enrolled during the same term receive a 25% tuition reduction for the second daughter.

Grants of $800 are given to families who have a parent working full-time in a Catholic elementary or secondary school in Missouri or Kansas.

FINANCIAL AID 3arents who wish to be considered for Ćnancial aid must complete and submit a Ćnancial aid application to Financial Aid Independent Review (FAIR). The priority Ćnancial aid deadline is December 1, 2020.

SCHEDULE A VIRTUAL SHADOW EXPERIENCE. September å January (3lease visit the website for available dates.)

Eighth grade girls are invited to experience STA with a student sitting in on virtual classes, meeting the faculty and students, and learning why more than 600 girls love to call St. Teresa’s home. To schedule, visit stastars.or]ńadmbssboms.

ATTEND OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAYķ OCTOBER Ɠķ ƑƏƑƏ. Campus or virtual options are available. On October , join student-led tours leaving every half hour from the Windmoor Center from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. or visit the website at stastars.or]ńadmbssboms to enjoy a virtual tour.

ATTEND AN INFORMATIONAL EVENING WITH YOUR FAMILY ON CAMPUS. Choose one of four nights below to come to campus or join a virtual meeting (check the website at stastars.or]ńadmbssboms for virtual meeting dates): Tuesday, October 20; Thursday, November 5; Wednesday, November 11 or Thursday, December 3, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the Learning Center in the Goppert building

Learn why this is the right school for you. Ask questions of current students, the director of recruitment and enrollment, and the school’s president.

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION BY DECEMBER Ɛķ ƑƏƑƏ ҐPRIORITY DEADLINEґ. The application registers you to take the HS3T (High School 3lacement Test) at St. Teresa’s Academy on December 12, 2020, or January 9, 2021. To apply, visit stastars.or]ńadmbssboms.

APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID. Apply for Ćnancial aid online at =abrarr.com after November 2, 2020. 3riority deadline is December 1, 2020. For more information, visit the St. Teresa’s website or contact Dr. Liz %aker, 3rincipal of Student Affairs, at Ѳ0aherŞs‚eresasacademy.or].

CONSIDER HSPT PREP CLASSES TO HELP YOU PREPARE FOR THE EXAM. Offered: November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, and 19, 2020, from :00 – 5:30 p.m. Cost: $10. To sign up, visit stastars.or]ńadmbssboms.

TAE THE HSPT AT ST. TERESA’S ON DECEMBER ƐƑķ ƑƏƑƏķ OR JANUARY Ɩķ ƑƏƑƐ. Arrive in the Windmoor Center by 8:00 a.m. The test begins at 8:15 a.m. Registration is on the St. Teresa’s Application form. If needed, a virtual test will be available.

Kelly McKee Director of Recruitment and Enrollment 816-501-0035 kmck ee@stteresasacademy.org %rianna Walker Director of Equity Outreach & Inclusive Education/Admissions Assistant 816-501-0011 x115 bwalker@stteresasacademy.org Kristen Walker Admissions Assistant 816-501-0011 x117 kwalker@stteresasacademy.org

St. Teresa’s is a Catholic, collegepreparatory high school sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and accredited by the North Central %WWSGMEXMSR%HZERG)(7Xɸ8IVIWEƅW Academy admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Committed to excellence in the education of young women, the Academy offers a rigorous academic curriculum combined with the latest technology, competitive EXLPIXMGXIEQWE[EVH[MRRMRKƼRI arts programs, and a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities—all founded on the cornerstones of Catholic faith. ST. TERESA’S ACADEMY 5600 MAIN STREET KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64113 STASTARS.ORG

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