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The Academy of the Holy Cross
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  • Private, Catholic, All-Girls
  • KENSINGTON, MD
All-Girls School

The Academy of the Holy Cross

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  • Private, Catholic, All-Girls
  • 9-12
  • KENSINGTON, MD
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    1. Academics
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    2. Diversity
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    3. Teachers
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    4. College Prep
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    5. Clubs & Activities
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    6. Sports
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    About

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    December 9
    Application Fee
    $60
    Interview Required
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    Required/Recommended Tests
    HSPT

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $29,000
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
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    From The Academy of the Holy Cross

    Holy Cross is a private, Catholic, independent, all-girls school that has been educating “women of courage, compassion and scholarship” since 1868. As the current global health crisis has challenged schools to develop innovative and engaging methods of instruction, we are at the forefront of providing a robust educational and student life experience. We prepare girls to feel confident taking academic risks, leading their peers, and standing up for their beliefs. Our graduates are exceptionally well prepared for college and beyond. We offer a rigorous curriculum including Honors and AP courses, Project Lead the Way Engineering, and a Dual-Enrollment/Dual-Credit program with Marymount University. In our championship athletics, extensive arts, or by providing 10,000 hours of service annually, our girls do not wait for opportunity, they create it. The Class of 2022 received $22,000,000+ in college scholarships. Our girls believe they can do anything because they see girls do everything.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1230
    212 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    70 responses

    Holy Cross Signature Programs

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    Holy Cross girls actively participate in the learning process. They work with technology and venture into the real world to try future careers. Our girls develop practical skills that will help them succeed in college and in life. Signature programs include STEM-focused classes including Engineering; Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment with Marymount University; and a 60-hour Senior Project internship.

    Culture & Safety

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    Students

    Diversity
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    Students
    390
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    9:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

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    Living in the Area

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    1. Cost of Living
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    2. Good for Families
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    3. Housing
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    Median Household Income
    $120,261
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $2,013
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $596,100
    National
    $244,900

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