Washington Jesuit Academy
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
Washington Jesuit Academy is a tuition-free, independent school based in Washington, DC, founded on Jesuit educational principles. The institution provides a comprehensive program for young men from underserved communities, combining a rigorous academic curriculum with enrichment, athletics, and three daily meals, all within a structured 11-hour, year-round schedule. It emphasizes holistic development by offering emotional and mental health support through social workers, small class sizes, and a relationship-focused approach designed to ensure students stay engaged and supported from early education through graduation and beyond. The school also maintains ongoing post-graduation assistance for alumni, extending guidance through high school, college, and subsequent endeavors, while fostering a diverse faculty dedicated to connecting with students as individuals and as young men of color.