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Matriculation A-
Academics A-
Extracurriculars B+
Community A+
Reviews B
Villa Maria Academy, with its mission firmly rooted in Gospel values and steeped in Catholic tradition, seeks to provide an education for young women that will enable them to lead lives of spiritual growth, intellectual inquiry, and Christian service. Villa Maria Academy reverences the inherent dignity of each person and aims to engage students in contributing to the fulfillment of God's Kingdom. Villa Maria Academy empowers a young woman to define and develop her own individuality in a manner which exemplifies and reveres Mary, our model and inspiration. Within a single sex environment, young women are encouraged to appreciate the unique feminine expression of their own gifts and those of others. The Villa Maria community believes in the power of women to effect good at every level of society.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$26000
Enrollment
417
International Students
20%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
AP
22
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
13

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#17 Rice University 1
#19 University of Notre Dame 1
#27 University of Southern California 1
#34 University of California: San Diego 1
#36 Boston College 1
#36 University of California: Irvine 1
#40 College of William and Mary 1
#49 Lehigh University 1
#49 Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 2
#49 Villanova University 5
#55 University of Miami 1
#57 Penn State University Park 14
#57 University of Pittsburgh 3
#59 University of Maryland: College Park 1
#75 Clemson University 2
#75 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1
#83 Michigan State University 1
#83 University of Iowa 1
LAC #17 Colgate University 1
#93 University of Delaware 5
Auburn University 3
#103 Drexel University 1
#103 Temple University 1
#104 University of Tennessee: Knoxville 2
LAC #22 University of Richmond 1
#111 Susquehanna University 1
#115 Fairfield University 2
#136 Catholic University of America 4
#137 George Mason University 1
#137 University of Alabama 2
#148 San Diego State University 1
#151 James Madison University 2
#151 University of Mississippi 1
#166 Quinnipiac University 1
LAC #35 College of the Holy Cross 2
#182 Montclair State University 1
LAC #38 Bucknell University 1
LAC #38 Franklin & Marshall College 1
LAC #38 Lafayette College 2
#194 Rowan University 1
#250 Immaculata University 2
#250 West Chester University of Pennsylvania 2
LAC #50 Dickinson College 1
#263 Florida Atlantic University 1
LAC #61 Gettysburg College 1
College of Charleston 1
High Point University 1
Loyola University Maryland 1
Neumann University 1
Penn State Berks 1
Providence College 1
Royal Holloway, University of London (RHUL) 1
Saint Joseph's University 4
School of Visual Arts 1
The King's College 1
University of Scranton 2
University of Tennessee: Chattanooga 1
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2021 2020 2016-2019 Total
All schools 72 75 77 83 295
#7 Duke University 2 2
#9 Johns Hopkins University 4 4
#9 Northwestern University 1 1
#12 Columbia University 1 1
#12 Cornell University 1 1
#15 University of California: Los Angeles 1 1 1 3
#17 Rice University 1 1
#18 Vanderbilt University 1 1
#20 University of Notre Dame 1 4 2 3 6 16
#22 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1 1 2
#22 Georgetown University 1 2 3
#24 University of Virginia 1 2 3
#28 University of Southern California 1 2 3
#28 University of California: San Diego 1 1
#28 University of Florida 1 1
#28 University of California: Davis 1 1
#33 University of California: Irvine 1 1
#33 Georgia Institute of Technology 1 1
#35 University of California: Santa Barbara 1 1
#35 University of Wisconsin-Madison 3 3
#35 New York University 1 1 2
#39 Boston College 1 1 1 1 5 9
#40 Rutgers University 1 1
#40 Tufts University 1 1
#40 University of Washington 1 1 2
#43 Boston University 1 1 2 4 8
#47 Wake Forest University 1 1
#47 University of Rochester 1 1
#47 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 2 1 4 8
#47 Lehigh University 1 2 4 7
#49 Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 2 1 1 1 5
#51 Purdue University 1 1 2
#53 College of William and Mary 1 1 2
#53 Northeastern University 1 2 3
#57 Penn State University Park 14 7 8 9 48 86
#58 University of Connecticut 1 1
#59 University of Maryland: College Park 1 1 2
#60 Michigan State University 1 2 3
#67 Syracuse University 3 7 10
#67 University of Miami 1 1 1 3
#67 University of Massachusetts Amherst 2 1 3
#67 University of Pittsburgh 3 6 8 9 17 43
#67 George Washington University 2 2
#67 Villanova University 5 3 4 2 13 27
#73 Tulane University 1 1 1 3
#73 Indiana University Bloomington 1 1
#76 Stevens Institute of Technology 1 1
#76 University of Delaware 5 4 6 4 14 33
#76 Pepperdine University 1 1
#82 Worcester Polytechnic Institute 1 1
#86 Clemson University 2 2 1 2 1 8
#89 Fordham University 2 2 7 11
#89 Temple University 1 1 4 1 11 18
#93 Loyola Marymount University 1 1
#93 Auburn University 3 2 2 7
#93 University of Iowa 1 1 2
#93 Baylor University 1 1 1 3
#98 Drexel University 1 1 3 9 14
#98 Rochester Institute of Technology 2 2
#98 University of San Diego 1 1
#105 George Mason University 1 1
#105 American University 3 1 4 8
#105 San Diego State University 1 2 1 3 7
#105 University of Colorado Boulder 1 1
#105 University of Tennessee: Knoxville 2 6 1 9
#115 University of Arizona 1 1
#124 Fairfield University 2 3 3 2 6 16
#124 James Madison University 2 2 2 1 8 15
#124 University of South Carolina: Columbia 3 12 15
#124 University of Central Florida 1 1
#133 Elon University 2 1 1 4 8
#133 University of Vermont 1 2 3
#137 University of Alabama 2 1 1 1 3 8
#142 Oregon State University 1 1
#151 University of Rhode Island 2 2
#151 Duquesne University 2 1 5 8
#159 University of Kentucky 1 1
#163 Rowan University 1 1 2
#163 University of Mississippi 1 1 2
#163 Montclair State University 1 1
#170 Mercer University 1 1
#170 University of La Verne 1 1
#170 Quinnipiac University 1 3 4
#178 University of North Carolina at Charlotte 1 1
#178 Catholic University of America 4 5 3 4 19 35
#195 East Carolina University 2 2
#201 La Salle University 1 1 2 4
#201 Xavier University 1 1 2
#209 Florida Atlantic University 1 1 1 3
#209 West Chester University of Pennsylvania 2 3 8 13 26
#216 West Virginia University 2 2
#236 Lipscomb University 1 1
#249 Pace University 1 1
#260 Gwynedd Mercy University 1 1
#280 Old Dominion University 1 1
#280 DeSales University 1 1 2
#280 Immaculata University 2 1 3 6
#296 Alvernia University 1 1 2
#304 Middle Tennessee State University 1 1
#304 University of Hartford 1 1
#304 Radford University 2 2
#320 Marymount University 1 1
#369 long island university-liu post 1 1
#376 Wingate University 1 1
Southeastern University 1 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2021 2020 2016-2019 Total
All schools 12 7 12 5 29
#3 United States Naval Academy 2 2
#4 Swarthmore College 1 1
#21 Colgate University 1 1 1 3
#25 University of Richmond 1 1 2 1 2 7
#27 College of the Holy Cross 2 2 2 6
#30 Bryn Mawr College 2 2
#30 Bucknell University 1 1 1 6 9
#30 Lafayette College 2 1 3
#34 Mount Holyoke College 1 1
#35 Franklin & Marshall College 1 1 6 8
#39 Trinity College 1 1
#39 Spelman College 2 2
#46 Dickinson College 1 1
#46 Furman University 1 1
#63 Gettysburg College 1 1 3 5
#67 Thomas Aquinas College 1 1
#82 Saint Mary's College 1 1
#86 Ursinus College 1 1
#93 Washington College 1 1
#100 Hope College 1 1
#107 Susquehanna University 1 1 2
#130 Eckerd College 1 1
#130 Roanoke College 1 1
#146 Albright College 2 2
#167 The King's College 1 1
#180 Sweet Briar College 1 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2021 2020 2016-2019 Total
All schools 1 0 0 0 0
#41 Royal Holloway, University of London (RHUL) 1 1

Academics

AP

(22)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
English Literature and Composition
French Language and Culture
Psychology
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
English Literature and Composition
French Language and Culture
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
United States Government and Politics
United States History
Physics 1
Physics C: Mechanics
English Language and Composition
Latin
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Art History
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Environmental Science
Statistics
Microeconomics
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Sports

(12)
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Rowing
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Rowing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(7)
Book Club
Business Club
Climbing Club
Environmental Club
Language Clubs
Sports and Recreation Club Tech Club
Book Club
Business Club
Climbing Club
Environmental Club
Language Clubs
Sports and Recreation Club Tech Club
World Cultures Club
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Arts

(9)
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Graphic Design
Studio Art
Watercolor
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Graphic Design
Studio Art
Watercolor
Art
Design
Mixed Media
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Basic Info

All-girls
Day S. Grades: 9-12
Urban
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1925
Campus Size: 45 acres
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL,SLEP
Recommended
Recommended
Boarding
George School United States Flag
4.5

Frequently Ask Questions about Villa Maria Academy High School

Tell me a bit about Villa Maria Academy High School.
Villa Maria Academy High School is All-girls private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1925 , and currently has about 417 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.vmahs.org.
Does Villa Maria Academy High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Villa Maria Academy High School is offering 22 AP courses.

Where do Villa Maria Academy High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended Rice University, University of Notre Dame, University of Southern California, University of California: San Diego and Boston College.
What is the application requirement for Villa Maria Academy High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Villa Maria Academy High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Villa Maria Academy High School’s All-girls student?
The total fee for Villa Maria Academy High School in 2024 is $26,000 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at mknapoli@vmahs.org .
Where is Villa Maria Academy High School located?
Villa Maria Academy High School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 19 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Villa Maria Academy High School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Villa Maria Academy High School is among the most popular schools, within top 458 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Villa Maria Academy High School has been favorited by 22 users.
How to start with an application with Villa Maria Academy High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Villa Maria Academy High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Villa Maria Academy High School’s official site: https://www.vmahs.org or call them at 610-644-2551.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Villa Maria Academy High School?
Yes, here are few: Vanguard School, Malvern Preparatory School and The Phelps School.

The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Villa Maria Academy High School?
The overall rating for Villa Maria Academy High School is A-.

The section ratings of Villa Maria Academy High School are:
A- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Population (2022) 1,447,395
Cost of Living Higher than average 7%

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