In the vision of St. Angela Merici, the mission of Ursuline Academy is to teach the young woman in order to nurture her soul, intellect, heart, and imagination.
This Catholic institution welcomes diversity and fosters community in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Ursuline empowers the young woman to recognize her unique gifts, to give voice to her ideals, to strive for personal and academic excellence, to seek justice through actions inspired by gospel values, and to accept the challenges of human freedom with its accompanying responsibilities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,850
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1896
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
503 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,850
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati cost?
Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati's tuition is approximately $17,850 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati?
The acceptance rate of Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What is Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati's ranking?
Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati?
The application deadline for Ursuline Academy Of Cincinnati is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest preschool is Blue Ash Educational Bldg Elementary School (0.6 miles away)
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(513) 979-0220
Cincinnati, OH 45243
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5400 Red Bank Road
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(513) 728-2400
Cincinnati, OH 45227
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(513) 979-0220
Cincinnati, OH 45243
(513) 979-0220
5.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 854 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8283 East Kemper Road
Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 247-0900
Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 247-0900
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Gr: PK-12 | 1,115 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5400 Red Bank Road
Cincinnati, OH 45227
(513) 728-2400
Cincinnati, OH 45227
(513) 728-2400
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Gr: PK-12 | 999 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition listed
7800 Beechmont Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 388-4086
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 388-4086
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Gr: NS-8 | 803 students Avg. class size: 23 students Tuition listed
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(513) 741-5333
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(513) 979-0220
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(513) 979-0220
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(513) 247-0900
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(513) 247-0900
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(513) 728-2400
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Daycare / Preschool
10149 Kenwood Rd
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(513) 891-1723
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 891-1723
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Skyward Academy
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9994 Zig Zag Rd
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(513) 222-4611
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 222-4611
0.6 miles
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Kinder Garden School
Daycare / Preschool
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Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 791-4300
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 85 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Montgomery Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
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(513) 791-4712
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 791-4712
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Gingerbread Academy
Alternative School
4215 Malsbary Rd
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(513) 793-4122
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 793-4122
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 121 students
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Skyward Academy
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9994 Zig Zag Rd
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(513) 222-4611
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 222-4611
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Gr: 5-12 | 71 students
8100 Cornell Road
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(513) 489-8940
Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 489-8940
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(513) 247-0900
Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 247-0900
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Gr: PK-12 | 1,073 students Acceptance rate listed
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All-boys (Catholic)
9001 Montgomery Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 791-1680
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 791-1680
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8283 East Kemper Road
Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 247-0900
Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 247-0900
2.4 miles
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(513) 222-4611
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 222-4611
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Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 489-8940
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Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5000 YMCA Drive
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(513) 202-6675
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 202-6675
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 Tuition listed
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(513) 247-0900
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(513) 247-0900
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Gr: PK-12 | 1,073 students Acceptance rate listed
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8939 Montgomery Road
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(513) 792-4732
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(513) 891-1723
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 891-1723
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(513) 791-4712
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 791-4712
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4215 Malsbary Rd
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(513) 793-4122
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 793-4122
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Accel Academy
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(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
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(859) 283-3250
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(859) 384-4500
Union, KY 41091
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(859) 334-7000
Hebron, KY 41048
(859) 334-7000
9120.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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(859) 384-5040
Union, KY 41091
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