Think Bigger, Aim Higher, Become the Best Version of Yourself
Ursuline Academy is an independent, all-girls Catholic college preparatory high school, home to about 500 young women from across Greater Cincinnati. Founded by the Ursuline Sisters of Brown County in 1896, Ursuline is the trusted place where girls find their voice, grow with purpose, and build toward their bright futures through flexible, whole-person learning.
Why Ursuline?
Ursuline empowers young women to become confident changemakers who lead with character. Our school offers a one-of-a-kind, vibrant, supportive educational experience. Students learn from faculty who challenge them to think deeply, speak boldly and explore their faith with an open heart. They discover what it means to truly be themselves—and be celebrated for it.
Collaboration strengthens confidence. Lessons grow into wisdom. Classmates become lifelong sisters. Ursuline women graduate clear in their voice, strong in their faith and prepared to lead wherever their future takes them.
Learn more about what makes our school community so unique.
Our Mission
Guided by the spirit of St. Angela Merici, foundress of the Ursuline order, our community is grounded in her vision of educating and empowering young women. In the Catholic tradition of Ursuline education, our mission is to prepare young women for college and beyond by nurturing her soul, intellect, heart and imagination.
Innovative Modular Scheduling
Our college-like modular schedule is personalized to each student, empowering you to make decisions about your time and learn to manage it wisely.
Small Class Sizes
Our 12:1 student-teacher ratio fuels academic growth through personalized instruction and lively in-class discussions.
Esteemed Faculty and Staff
Our faculty emphasizes critical thinking through fresh, innovative approaches. Over 92% of our teaching faculty and staff hold a master’s degree or higher.
College Preparation
Ursuline graduates are prepared for college in every way — academically, emotionally and socially — confident and ready for what’s next.