One hundred percent of Academy graduates matriculate into college. In addition, in the past several years, the senior classes have each earned an average of $13 million in scholarships. As a college preparatory school, the Academy of the Holy Names encourages each student to seek a college or university where she can be challenged to reach her potential and be successful both academically and personally.

The search for the right college or university involves the need to look at the values, strengths and goals of each young woman. While the college counselors suggest schools that are appropriate to the student’s needs and abilities, the decision on where to apply and where the student ultimately enrolls rests with the student and her parents. The College Counseling Department will provide the student with the necessary support and assistance to be successful throughout the college planning process, elements of which begin as early as the 9th-grade year.

The college counselors welcome all phone calls, and they are available for individual meetings by appointment. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the department's resources.

The Academy of the Holy Names views higher education as further preparation for life. Though still not the "real world," college gives students a broader arena in which to continue maturing. The search for the right college or university involves the need to look at the values, strengths and goals of each young woman.

• Ms. Darcy Dwyer works with students in grade 11 with last names beginning A-E and 12 with last names beginning with A-G. Mrs. Dwyer may be reached at extension 244, or by email at ddwyer@holynamestpa.org.
• Mrs. Lisa Hauser Kolar works with students in grade 11 with last names beginning F-M and 12 with last names beginning with H-M. Mrs. Hauser Kolar may be reached at extension 280, or by email at lhauser@holynamestpa.org.
• Ms. Kerry Keegan works with students in grades 11 and 12 with last names beginning with N-Z. Ms. Keegan may be reached at extension 247, or by email at kkeegan@holynamestpa.org.