Ursuline’s Upper School academic program offers students the opportunity to challenge themselves academically and to explore their interests in a curriculum which surpasses all of the current admissions demands of the most competitive colleges and universities. In a faith-based learning environment, students learn to achieve, to focus, to gather and synthesize information, and to dream big dreams about their futures.
Ursuline delivers on its commitment to provide a nurturing educational environment, emphasizing academic excellence and service to others. 100% of our graduating seniors are accepted into competitive four-year colleges.
Curriculum
Students are required to complete 25.5 credits for graduation. Core requirements are as follows:
- Theology (4 years)
- English (4 years)
- Foreign Language (3 years)
- Mathematics (3 years)
- Laboratory Science (3 years)
- Social Studies (3 years)
- Fine Arts (1 year)
- Physical Education (4 years)
- Health (1 year)
Please see our online course catalog for more detailed information.
Through electives, students enrich the basic curriculum in areas of interest to them. In addition, students are required to complete 80 hours of community service during their freshman and sophomore years.