College Counseling

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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

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