Fast Facts
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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.
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Dominican Academy has been twice recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education.
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D.A. is honored to have been named as the #3 Catholic girls' high school in New York State for 2022 by Niche school rankings.
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Located in an 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.
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A diverse community of 250 students from all five boroughs, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, and abroad. Over 35% of our students speak a language other than English at home.
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100% of graduates attend accredited four-year colleges and universities. Graduates in our Class of 2022 were awarded over $22.5 million in merit scholarships and grants. View the college acceptance list for the Class of 2022 here.
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Student-Faculty ratio of 9:1, with 85% of faculty holding at least one advanced degree.
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Our unique Service Learning Program encourages students to engage in service and to understand the role of Faith in their lives.
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Over 40 clubs, including Animation Club, Campus Ministry, Girls Who Code, Literary Journal, Mock Trial, and Pre-Med Society.
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A well-rounded Performing Arts curriculum with required Drama, Music, and Dance classes.
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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 2023-24: $20,700
Fees: $700
One-Time Registration Fee (Freshmen): $300