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Grades: 9 - 12 | 343 students 
Class of 2013 was awarded nearly $10.3 million in scholarships and grants and were accepted in over 142 schools; Among its 64 Seniors were: 3 Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 |
| Year Founded | 1892 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 343 students |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| % Students of Color | 22% (NJ School Avg.: 29%) |
| Students by Grade |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 40 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 41% |
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 9 courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Government and Politics, AP Studio Art: 2-D Design, AP US History |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 15 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $14,800 |
| Tuition Notes | Book and Lab fee is $1000. |
| Admissions Director | Pauline Condon |
| Admissions Associate | Cathy Bolger |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 15 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter TrackBasketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 32 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Adopt-a-Grandparent Program, Ambassadors' Club, Anime Club, Argosy (School Newspaper), Art Club, Big Sister/Little Sister Program, Book Club, Chorus (Concert and Jazz), Christian Concerns, Dance/Hip Hop, Dominican Preaching Team, Drama and Musical Productions, Environmental Club, Film Buffs Club, Forensics, G.A.P., Golden Fleece (Literary Magazine), Instrumental Ensemble, Key Club, Lab Assistant Club, Liturgy/Ministry Team, Lumen (School Yearbook), Mount Announcers, Pan African Club, Peer Leadership Program, REBEL, Ski Trip Program, Spanish Club, Student Council, The French Honor Society, The National Honor Society, The Spanish Honor Society Anime Club, Art Club, Book Club, Dance/Hip Hop, Forensics, G.A.P., Key Club, REBEL, Spanish Club, Adopt-a-Grandparent Program, Ambassadors' Club, Argosy (School Newspaper), Big Sister/Little Sister Program, Chorus (Concert and Jazz), Christian Concerns, Dominican Preaching Team, Drama and Musical Productions, Environmental Club, Film Buffs Club, Golden Fleece (Literary Magazine), Instrumental Ensemble, Lab Assistant Club, Liturgy/Ministry Team, Lumen (School Yearbook), Mount Announcers, Pan African Club, Peer Leadership Program, Ski Trip Program, Student Council, The French Honor Society, The National Honor Society, The Spanish Honor Society, |
School Notes:
Mission Statement: Mount Saint Dominic Academy, established by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell, is a Catholic, college preparatory school for young women. We are dedicated to the education of young women from a variety of ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds. The Mount community is committed to seeking the Truth in all aspects of life. The students are able to realize their individual gifts and talents in an atmosphere that fosters academic excellence, respect for diversity, appreciation for the gifts of creation, moral integrity and a heritage rich in Christ-centered values.
Profile last updated: 08/26/2013
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is Washington Academy (2.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Trinity Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Children's House (0.8 miles away)
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