Fast Facts

• Founded in 1897, Dominican Academy is a private, Catholic, college-preparatory high school for girls sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Peace. D.A. remains the only all-honors school for girls in New York State.

• Dominican Academy has been twice recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education.

• D.A. is honored to have been consistently named in the Top Ten Catholic girls' high school in New York State by Niche school rankings over the past five years.

• Located in a historic mansion on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, close to exciting cultural landmarks and easily accessible by the 4/5/6, E, F, and N/Q/R trains, and Metro North.

• A diverse community of over 200 students from all over New York City, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, and abroad. Over 35% of our students speak a language other than English at home.

• 100% of graduates attend accredited four-year colleges and universities. Graduates in our Class of 2024 were awarded close to $25 million in merit scholarships and grants. View the college acceptance list for the Class of 2024 here.

• Student-teacher ratio of 9:1, with 85% of faculty holding at least one advanced degree.

• Our unique Service Learning Program encourages students to engage in service and to understand the role of Faith in their lives.

• Over 35 extracurricular clubs including: Literary Journal, Mock Trial, Pre-Med Society, Students of Color Alliance (SOCA), Women’s Empowerment, Culture Club, Shakespeare Club, Ecology Club, Cooking Club, and Museum Club. 

• A well-rounded Performing Arts curriculum with required Drama, Music, and Dance classes. 

• Our expanded sports program offers intramural Tennis and the following Varsity sports: Basketball, Cross-Country, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Indoor and Outdoor Track, and Volleyball.

Tuition

Tuition for 2024-25: $22,100

Fees: $700

One-Time Registration Fee (Freshmen): $300