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Academy-notre Dame De Namur

560 Sproul Rd Villanova, PA 19085
Tel: (610) 687-0650
www.ndapa.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 542 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $31,500
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school, commits itself to the education of young women of grades 6 through 12 for responsible living in a global society.
  • The Academy, rooted in the faith tradition of the Catholic Church, and the charism of Saint Julie Billiart, provides its students a challenging academic curriculum within a rich spiritual community in order to inspire them to live the prophetic nature of the gospel, with a passion for justice and love for the poor, enable them to develop the skills and desire necessary for life-long learning, and empower them to be honorable, compassionate leaders.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 542 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $31,500
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Academy-notre Dame De Namur ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body
AP Courses
Most AP courses offered
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other special emphasis association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeAcademy-notre Dame De Namur
633
750
844
993
10114
11100
12108
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Year Founded
1856
Colors
Blue, Gold
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Campus Size
39 acres

Student Body

Total Students
542 students
Student Body Type
All-girls
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
24 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$31,500
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Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • School Motto: Fides et Caritas
  • School Mascot: Irish
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Academy-notre Dame De Namur cost?
Academy-notre Dame De Namur's tuition is approximately $31,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Academy-notre Dame De Namur?
The acceptance rate of Academy-notre Dame De Namur is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is Academy-notre Dame De Namur's ranking?
Academy-notre Dame De Namur ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Academy-notre Dame De Namur?
The application deadline for Academy-notre Dame De Namur is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Delaware County, PA is $24,108 for elementary schools and $33,494 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Delaware County, PA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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