Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,045
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Ursuline Academy
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,045
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Ursuline Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1727
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
12 acres
Student Body
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,045
Admissions Director
Kate Uhle
Admissions Associate
Dominique Becnel
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
School Notes
- Ursuline Academy is an all-girls Catholic school offering a diverse educational environment from 6 weeks through 12th grade. Founded in 1727, Ursuline Academy of New Orleans enjoys the distinction of being the first all-girls' Catholic school in the United States. As girls progress through the academy, a highly interactive approach exposes them to increasingly complex concepts in STEM and the arts that go beyond learning the material. Ursuline girls learn to think creatively, articulate their ideas confidently and compassionately, and solve problems collaboratively. Ursuline`s all-girls` environment empowers students to challenge themselves, explore outside their comfort zones and expand what they are capable of achieving
- School Motto: Serviam: I will serve.
- School Mascot: Lions
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ursuline Academy cost?
Ursuline Academy's tuition is approximately $12,045 for private students.
What sports does Ursuline Academy offer?
Ursuline Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Gymnastics, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Ursuline Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for most sports offered.
What is Ursuline Academy's ranking?
Ursuline Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Ursuline Academy?
The application deadline for Ursuline Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ursuline Academy located?
Ursuline Academy is located in the Audubon neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other private schools located in Audubon.
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