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Education Administration ProgramsMaryland, United States51-200 Employees
The Academy of the Holy Cross is a mid-sized, Catholic college-preparatory school for girls based in Kensington, Maryland, with a history spanning more than 150 years. It operates under the guidance of the Sisters of the Holy Cross and grounds its education in Catholic faith. It offers both on-campus and distance-learning options, delivering a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for higher education and beyond. The curriculum includes honors coursework, Advanced Placement, Project Lead the Way engineering, substantial online course options, and a dual-enrollment arrangement with Marymount University, complemented by athletics, performing arts, and service programs. Seniors participate in a 60-hour internship, and the Class of 2020 received over $22 million in college scholarships. The school's mission targets families seeking a values-based, college-focused education that fosters leadership and a commitment to service.