BELONG.
LIFE AT SAINT MARY’S
Whether you’re a boarding or day student, Saint Mary’s School is your stepping stone to independence. Here, your family grows to include classmates and caring adults who walk alongside you in friendship and encouragement. You’ll be
Our Mission
Saint Mary’s School, a community dedicated to academic excellence and personal achievement, prepares young women for college and life.
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buildings, state-of-the art facilities, three residence halls, athletic courts and fields, dedicated science building and more.
EXPLORE.
YOUR CLASSROOM IN THE CITY
Our campus in the heart of North Carolina’s dynamic capital, Raleigh, is just minutes away from renowned museums, theaters, and galleries; international festivals and conferences; civic and service opportunities; and much more. Plus, our location in the Research Triangle o ers exceptional opportunities for you to meet and learn from experts in education, STEM, the arts, and entrepreneurship while engaging in real-world experiences. The complete Saint Mary’s experience is filled with opportunities for learning, leadership, creativity, and personal growth that will serve you in college and beyond.
Saint Mary’s Visual and Performing Arts
Art I-IV
Art Portfolio
AP 2D Art and Design
AP Drawing
Graphic Design and Digital Photography
Modern Art History
Elementary-Advanced Dance
Orchesis Dance Theatre
Theatre Arts
Technical Theatre
Film Production
Chorale
Chamber Choir
Chamber
Music Program
Applied Music Instruction
Applied Music Honors Program
Music and the Science of Sound
Saint Mary’s Sports
Fall
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Tennis
Volleyball
Winter
Basketball
Swimming
Cheer
Spring
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Track and Field
VARSITY
JUNIOR VARSITY
LEAD.
IMMERSIVE LEARNING
Our integrated academic and student life programming o ers you a truly immersive educational experience where leadership education is the thread that ties all our programming together. With supportive peers and faculty challenging you to break out of your comfort zone, you are encouraged to develop essential leadership skills like communication, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Challenge yourself with Advanced Placement and Distinguished Scholar courses and explore new interests through Independent Study and internships. Lead a group project, serve on the Student Government Association, or engage in a cultural exchange abroad. See things from di erent perspectives as you live and learn with girls from around the state, the country, and the world. Graduate knowing you are equipped to lead with confidence, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility.
100% acceptance rate to four-year schools
8 average number of applications per student
will attend
85 The members of the 53
2 full-time college counselors
53% of class of 2024 enrolled in public colleges and universities
47% of class of 2024 enrolled in private colleges and universities
CL ASS OF 2024
20 states, DC, England and Spain with
68 college out of state and percent attending college in North Carolina. percent attending 32 di erent institutions in
Appalachian State University
Auburn University
Barnard College
Boston College
Bryn Mawr College
Bucknell University
Chapman University
Clemson University
Cornell University
Creighton University
Elon University
Furman University
Georgia Tech
Hamilton College
James Madison University
Meredith College
Miami University (OH)
Mississippi State University
North Carolina State University
Northeastern University
Randolph College
Saint Mary's College (IN)
Savannah College of Art and Design
Sewanee: The University of the South
Smith College
Southern Methodist University
Syracuse University
Texas Christian University
Tufts University
Tulane University
Universidad de Navarra (Spain)
University of Bristol (UK)
University of Cincinnati
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Georgia
University of Miami
University of Mississippi
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina
Wilmington
University of Pennsylvania
University of San Diego
University of South Carolina
University of Southern California
University of Tampa
University of Tennessee
University of Texas at Austin
University of Vermont
University of Wisconsin
Virginia Tech
Wake Forest University
Wake Tech
Washington and Lee University
Wo ord College
308 total students from 12 countries and 13 states
42% boarding students
58% day students
43% receive financial aid
67% of faculty hold advanced degrees
8 faculty and sta members with PhDs or EdDs
18 years on average teaching
$2 million+ need-based financial aid awarded annually
14 students on average per class 21 Advanced Placement (AP) courses o ered 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio
1-to-1 academic advising program
34 faculty and sta members living on campus 30+ campus pets
30+ clubs and student organizations
12 varsity and junior varsity sports
2-3 hours from the beach and mountains
20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport
10 minute walk to North Carolina State Capitol,
