Admission
Established at Chestnut Hill in 1858, Mount Saint Joseph Academy is a Catholic, college preparatory school for girls located outside of Philadelphia with a mission of empowering young women to realize their fullest potential.
The Mount welcomes applications or inquiries from students who are lifelong learners seeking a challenging, in-depth, dynamic education. You can learn more about our admission process by contacting our our Admission team.
Explore our Publication and Video Library to learn more about the admission process, see what sets a Mount education apart, and read about our students.
Visiting is one of the best ways to determine if the Mount is right for you. Families can learn more at any of our admissions events and are invited to join us at Open House.
Be sure to schedule an opportunity to visit the Mount, including personal tours, school-day visits, and more. We can't wait to see you!
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Scholarship/Entrance Exam
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Scholarship/Entrance Exam
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Alumnae Mother/Daughter Paint Night
WHAT MAKES THE MOUNT DISTINCT?
16
Average # of students in a class
10:1
student to teacher ratio
83%
% of faculty with advanced degrees
28
# of Honors courses offered
22
# of AP courses offered
77%
% of students scored 3+ on AP exams