About
About

Ursuline Academy is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for young women in grades 7-12. Founded in 1946, Ursuline Academy in Dedham operates under the sponsorship of the international network of Ursuline Sisters, the oldest religious teaching order devoted to the education of young women.
Admissions
Admissions

Our Admissions team welcomes families for tours throughout the year, and we sponsor events designed for students to explore our campus, sit in on classes, and to get to know our community. Ours is a holistic approach to knowing each student as we review qualifications for admissions. Learn why families choose Ursuline, and how our graduates become young women of character, faith and scholarship!
Academics
ACADEMICS

Ursuline Academy offers a rigorous program of study designed to challenge and inspire students, and our faculty encourage their love of learning, reading, and scholarly exploration in the pursuit of truth. Our graduates are fully prepared to study, analyze, and communicate persuasively to meet the challenges of university work.
Living the Mission
LIVING THE MISSION

The values of an Ursuline education– a Catholic education– were established centuries ago when Saint Angela Merici dedicated her life to forming a company of young women engaged in bettering their communities. At Ursuline, we challenge our students to live lives of integrity that reflect the principles of Catholic social teaching, and to be Christ to one another in today’s world. We welcome students of all faiths, and support every student on her spiritual journey.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
- Service
Arts
The Arts
The Arts at Ursuline are designed to foster a student's creativity and self expression. Students can explore music, drama, and visual arts through both the curriculum and activities sponsored as a part of student life. On-going performances throughout the year provide an opportunity to showcase and celebrate their many talents.
Athletics
Athletics
Ursuline hosts 14 sports with opportunities at the junior high, freshman, JV and Varsity level for a total of 27 teams. Our program seeks to provide opportunities for competition while also instilling the values of hard work, perseverance, teamwork, and good sportsmanship into our student-athletes at every level.
Student Life
Student Life
Opportunities in student life abound. Ursuline offers over 40 clubs and competition teams as well as 6 performing arts groups and 14 sports. There is something for every interest! During these years of exploration and self-discovery, we encourage students to try new activities, and sometimes they surprise themselves when they discover a new passion or talent. Social events, pep rallies, concerts, and special traditions round out the community events that make the Ursuline experience special.
Giving
Giving
At Ursuline, we count on the support of our community - parents, faculty and staff, alumnae, benefactors, and friends - to help keep our mission strong. Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure benefit students every day, supporting opportunities for our students to excel in academics, arts, athletics, leadership, and service.

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Leave a Lasting Legacy

The heart of the mission of Ursuline Academy is guiding our students to be women of integrity who engage in their communities with purpose and presence. Whether they arrive in grade 7, grade 9, or older, students emerge from their Ursuline journey well prepared for the challenges of college life, but also willing and able to make a mark in the communities where they live and work. The dedicated faculty and staff at Ursuline work tirelessly to achieve this aim, but they do not work alone.

For 75 years, alumnae, parents, and friends of Ursuline have partnered with us in the pursuit of this mission through their generous support of the Academy. Planned giving is a way to help our school and its leaders not only to keep up with the pace of change in today’s educational landscape, but also to advance beyond what its founders ever envisioned.

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There are many planned gifts that won’t affect your existing financial resources, but will have a significant impact on Ursuline Academy.

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Gifts by Will or Trust

With a bequest, all assets, including cash, securities, real estate, and tangible personal property, may be transferred to Ursuline Academy at the end of your life.

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The IRA Gift (QCD)

The Qualified Charitable Distribution or QCD (sometimes called an “IRA Charitable Rollover”) is a great way to make a tax-free gift and satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution.

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