Mount Saint Dominic Academy

Class of 2018 was awarded over $17 million in college scholarships and grants.
Among its 74 Seniors were: 4 Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,500
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mount Saint Dominic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1892
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
229 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Mount Saint Dominic Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Government and Politics, AP Physics, AP Studio Art, AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Book and Lab fee is $1250
Admissions Director
Pauline Condon
Admissions Associate
Cathy Bolger

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
25 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Lab, Liturgy/Ministry, Lumen, Mount, Peer, REBEL, Ski, Spanish, Student

Club or Organization:
Ambassadors', Anime, Argosy, Art, Book, Chorus, Christian, Dance/Hip, Dominican, Drama, Environmental, Film, Forensics, Golden, Instrumental, Key

School Notes

  • Mission Statement: Mount Saint Dominic Academy, established by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell, is a Catholic, college preparatory school for young women. We are dedicated to the education of young women from a variety of ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds. The Mount community is committed to seeking the Truth in all aspects of life. The students are able to realize their individual gifts and talents in an atmosphere that fosters academic excellence, respect for diversity, appreciation for the gifts of creation, moral integrity and a heritage rich in Christ-centered values.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mount Saint Dominic Academy cost?
Mount Saint Dominic Academy's tuition is approximately $16,500 for private students.
What sports does Mount Saint Dominic Academy offer?
Mount Saint Dominic Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Mount Saint Dominic Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is Mount Saint Dominic Academy's ranking?
Mount Saint Dominic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mount Saint Dominic Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Saint Dominic Academy is Dec. 15.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
The Mount provides the perfect combination of academic rigor, service, and fun. The size is small enough to prevent students from being list, but large enough to allow for multiple sports, clubs, and activities. 100% of seniors graduate and head to college, many with scholarships and grants at top schools. This school focuses on empowering young women, and the all-girls, entrepreneurial environment promotes growth, confidence, and success in ways public schools cannot achieve.
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5  
My second daughter is currently enrolled at MSD. The welcoming feeling is once again amazing and a great support for her transition into a new environment. Academics are challenging but it is clear that the faculty goal is to have them ultimately succeed. This was evident with my first daughter who is now about to graduate from college. She was well prepared for the rigor of college academics and scheduling. It was also important to her to maintain the dedication to service which was fostered at the Mount.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,500
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

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