University Acceptances & Matriculations
Classes of 2020-2024
College
State University Ohio Wesleyan University Oregon State University Pace University, New York City
State University (16) Penn State University, Brandywine Penn State, Schreyer
Pitzer College
Park University
Princeton University (2)
Queen’s University Kingston (2)
Queen’s University of Charlotte
College (4)
University
Saint Joseph’s University
Saint Louis University Madrid
Salisbury University
Salve Regina University
San Diego State University
Santa Clara University
Sarah Lawrence College
Savannah College of Art and Design
Seattle University
Shenandoah University
Simmons University
Skidmore College
Smith College
Southern Methodist University (8)
Spelman College
St. John’s University
St. Lawrence University
St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Stetson University
Stevens Institute of Technology
Stony Brook University
Suffolk University
SUNY College of Environmental & Political Science
Susquehanna University
Swarthmore College
Syracuse University (8)
Technion Israel Institute of Technology
Temple University (3)
Texas A&M University
Texas Christian University (2)
Texas Tech University
The American University of Paris
The Catholic University of America (2)
The College of Wooster
The George Washington University (8)
The Juilliard School
The New England Conservatory of Music
The New School (3)
Towson University
Trinity College (4)
Trinity College Dublin
Tufts University (2)
Tulane University (4)
Tuskegee University
Union College
University at Buffalo
University College Dublin
University of Alabama
University of Arizona
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Los Angeles (3)
University of California,
Merced
University of California, San Diego
University of California,
Santa Barbara
University of Central Florida
University of Central Lancashire
University of Chicago
University of Colorado Boulder (2)
University of Connecticut
University of Delaware
University of Denver
University of Florida (3)
University of Glasgow
University of Gloucestershire
University of Guelph
University of Hartford
University of Illinois –
Urbana-Champaign
University of Iowa
University of Kentucky
University of Limerick
University of Maine
University of Maryland (4)
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
University of Massachusetts, Boston
University of Miami (11)
University of Michigan (3)
University of Minnesota
University of Mississippi
University of New England
University of New Hampshire
University of New Haven
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina, Greensboro
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
University of Notre Dame (2)
University of Oregon
University of Pennsylvania (10)
University of Pittsburgh (4)
University of Redlands
University of Rhode Island
University of Richmond (11)
University of Rochester
University of San Francisco
University of Scranton
University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina, Upstate
University of South Florida
University of Southern California (3)
University of St Andrews
University of Tampa
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2)
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
University of Toronto
University of Vermont
University of Virginia (5)
University of Washington
University of Wisconsin, Madison
University of York
Ursinus College
Valdosta State University
Vanderbilt University (2)
Vassar College
Villanova University (6)
Virginia Commonwealth
University
Virginia Polytechnic & State
University (2)
Wagner College
Wake Forest University (4)
Washington and Lee
University
Washington College
Washington University in St. Louis
Wesleyan University
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Virginia University
Wheaton College, MA
Widener University (2) Wilkes University
Williams College
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Xavier University
Xavier University of Louisiana
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For over 150 years, The Agnes Irwin School has empowered girls to embrace the joy of learning, the wonder of curiosity, and the power of knowledge.
Nowhere is this mission more evident than the journey our Upper School students take toward their post-secondary future: identifying how they want to embark on the
next phase of their lives, what suits their unique talents, their specific interests, and their personal preferences.
This is a time where Agnes Irwin’s expertise in all-girls education shines, and when our close relationships with our students are invaluable. We guide them through their many choices, helping them navigate a path of self-discovery, prioritization, decisionmaking, and a weighing of values. In the
end, she’ll have not only outlined who she is as a soon-to-be graduate and college student, but she’ll deeply know what matters to her for her next chapter — and take these lessons with her as she accepts the best of her offers of admission. This thorough, joyful process is our passion. By the time our students graduate, they’re ready for any path they choose. Ready to be a success. Ready to be known.
Ready for her spotlight. Ready to be known.
Elise ’24
She Chose: Boston University
Intended Major: Political Science
Agnes Irwin has provided me with the best opportunities to explore my interests and step out of my comfort zone. The faculty and staff have created an environment that fosters growth within every aspect of life. The AIS community has encouraged excellence through all my academic endeavors, and beyond.
Ella ’24
She Chose: Johns Hopkins University
Intended Major: Public Health
(recruited athlete for Division I lacrosse)
Athletically, my coaches were always my biggest supporters and pushed me to take risks and improve both as a player and leader. The school spirit is unmatched, and the sisterhood brought me my best friends. Leaving Agnes Irwin, feel beyond prepared for my future endeavors and will always cherish the nine years that got to spend with my AIS family.
Orchie ’24
She Chose: University of Pennsylvania
Intended Major: Pre-Med
Agnes Irwin has helped me develop in all aspects of my life. Outstanding, passionate teachers taught me how to think critically and metacognitively. Growing up beside brilliant, kind young women, as well as the best teachers a student could ask for, brought out my full potential and helped me become the best version of myself.
Known for Exceptional Counselors
Director of College Counseling Maxine Mendoza Coleman joined Agnes Irwin in 2024 after serving in the college counseling offices at The Hotchkiss School (CT) and Tower Hill School (DE). Maxine has extensive experience in the college admissions world, having previously worked in the Office of Undergraduate Admission at The University of Pennsylvania, and as a seasonal reader for Vassar College. At AIS, Maxine leads the office, matching Agnes Irwin students with the right institutions of higher learning to support their goals.
Associate Director of College Counseling Sarah Quin arrived at AIS in 2019 from an independent day school in NYC, where she worked in college advising. Before that, Sarah gained extensive experience in the field of elite college admissions, having worked at both Columbia University and Vanderbilt University, where, among other areas, she acted as the admissions liaison for the mid Atlantic area and AIS students.
THE COLLEGE COUNSELING PROCESS AT AGNES IRWIN
Sophia ’24
She Chose: Northwestern University Bienen School of Music
Intended Major: Economics and Piano Performance
Agnes Irwin School has allowed me to grow both socially and academically, molding me into the person I am now. The school has not only provided the resources and encouragement needed for my piano studies, but also fostered a community where could confidently pursue my passion. This nurturing environment has been instrumental in helping me develop my skills and express my creativity through music.
The Class of 2024
Attending 50 institutions of higher education, located across 30 states, the District of Columbia, and England.
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• Parents and students attend our Path to College Night to learn about building a course of study and co-curricular plan with a focus toward college.
• Sport-specific athletic recruiting guidance for both AIS and out-of-school sports begins, and continues through senior year.
• Our 10th Grade Parent Night demystifies the application and admission process as college standardized testing gears up.
• In the spring, sophomores are matched with a college counselor to review course projections and discuss how to best develop their interests and talents.
Key activities include:
• Junior Parent Night to review the search and application process
• Seminars focused on university life, use multiple resources and technologies to conduct college and university research
• Family meeting in the spring with an assigned college counselor to strategize the path for the college admission process
• Testing Game Plan to map out each student’s individual approach to standardized testing
• Spring College Panel, in which current seniors and college admission professionals share their insights
• Athletic recruiting guidance continues for AIS and out-of-school sports
Key activities include:
• Visits from select national and international colleges and universities, with almost 100 representatives visiting AIS each fall
• Revisiting colleges of interest and attending athletic recruiting weekends if applicable
• Weekly seminars focused on thoroughly completing college applications
• Individualized application sessions to ensure application essays are focused and reflective of the student’s strengths and interests
• Winter break support for students meeting the January 1 application deadline
• Case Study Night led by professional admission officers from selective colleges illustrate how admissions professionals make decisions
• Frequent one-on-one meetings with college counselors to review application strategies and build student portfolios
• Senior “College 101” Transition Series focused on college readiness and transition, including personal finance, self-defense, and wellness
