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Notre Dame Academy

Instructs in English

Fees $11,166 - 16,523

Type Girls School

Notre Dame Academy is an all-girls Catholic college preparatory school in Toledo, Ohio, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and IB Certificate alongside AP and CCP options. NDA is the only IB Diploma World School in northwest Ohio, with a two-year DP for juniors and seniors, a required extended essay, Theory of Knowledge, and a CAS project. The eight-class block schedule includes a mid-morning flex time to support student well-being, and many colleges award credit for IB coursework. Opened in 1904 by the Sisters of Notre Dame, NDA remains sponsored by them and is part of a global network of NDA schools. The school provides deep academic support, 38 college-credit eligible courses, and a renowned arts program. Highlights include a nationally-ranked Speech and Debate team, a robust Fine Arts program, and an IB Visual Arts SL/HL track with a self-curated exhibition. NDA also offers 30+ clubs and service opportunities beyond the classroom.

Location

3535 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43623. Located in Toledo, Ohio. Notre Dame Academy is sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame and operates as a Catholic college preparatory school for young women. It serves students in grades 7–12.

Stages

Junior Academy and High School; serves grades 7–12.

Type

All-girls Catholic college preparatory school.

Country affiliation

United States

Religious affiliation

Catholic

School day structure

Lower School hours: 8:10 AM–3:10 PM; Middle School hours: 8:20 AM–3:30 PM; Upper School hours: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM.

Bus service

Notre Dame Academy offers both morning and afternoon bus transportation. Van Service will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register online. Inquiries may be sent to Transportation@ndacademy.org.

Application / Registration Fee

- A non-refundable Registration Fee of USD 300 is charged for each student.

Annual Tuition (2026–27)

- Grades 6–8: USD 11,166 per year.
- Grades 9–12: USD 16,523 per year.

What the annual amounts include

- The annual amounts above include the non-refundable Registration Fee (USD 300) and a Composite Fee of USD 1,200.

Per-term / proration details

- Tuition is prorated based on quarters of attendance. Using the stated annual tuition and the school's quarterly proration policy, the per-quarter amounts are:
- Grades 6–8: USD 2,791.50 per quarter (USD 11,166 ÷ 4).
- Grades 9–12: USD 4,130.75 per quarter (USD 16,523 ÷ 4).

Monthly payment examples (FACTS monthly plans, 3% finance fee applied)

- The school offers 10-month or 11-month monthly payment plans through FACTS. A 3% finance fee applies to all monthly payment plans. Example monthly amounts when the 3% finance fee is included:
- Grades 6–8 (annual USD 11,166 → with 3% = USD 11,500.98):
- 10-month plan: USD 1,150.10 per month.
- 11-month plan: USD 1,045.54 per month.
- Grades 9–12 (annual USD 16,523 → with 3% = USD 17,018.69):
- 10-month plan: USD 1,701.87 per month.
- 11-month plan: USD 1,547.15 per month.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Pay in full: Payment in full is accepted through the FACTS payment account and is due by July 12.
- Monthly plans: Monthly payments may be scheduled through FACTS for either 10 or 11 months beginning in July or August; a 3% finance fee applies to monthly plans.
- Proration on withdrawal: Base tuition is prorated based on the quarter(s) of attendance if a student withdraws.

Composite Fee and other mandatory charges

- Composite Fee: USD 1,200 (included in the annual tuition figure) and becomes non-refundable once the student attends classes for the applicable school year.
- Registration Fee: USD 300 (non-refundable).
- Lunch account payments: The PaySchools Central portal is used for lunch account management; parents are not charged for deposits online, but there is a USD 2 convenience fee for credit card payments processed through the business office.

Boarding fees

- Not applicable. Notre Dame Academy operates as a day school and does not list boarding programs or boarding fees.

Other costs (uniforms, extracurriculars, books, technology, etc.)

- Uniforms, extracurricular activity fees, course-specific fees, textbooks, and similar itemized charges are not specified as separate line items in the published tuition summary. The Composite Fee and Registration Fee are the mandatory charges explicitly identified in the tuition and fees statement.

Refund and cancellation policy

- The USD 300 Registration Fee is non-refundable.
- The USD 1,200 Composite Fee is non-refundable once the student attends classes for the applicable school year.
- Base tuition is prorated by quarter in the event of student withdrawal.

Accepted payment methods and financing options

- FACTS: Tuition and fees are paid through the family's online FACTS tuition payment account (FACTS supports multiple payment methods). Monthly payment plans are administered through FACTS.
- 529 Savings Plans: Families may use 529 savings plans to pay tuition to Notre Dame Academy; payments from a 529 may be submitted directly up to USD 10,000 per student.
- Tuition financing: Families may arrange extended tuition financing through Your Tuition Solution with repayment terms up to 84 months.
- PaySchools Central: Used for lunch account deposits and related payments; a USD 2 convenience fee applies for credit card transactions processed through the business office.

Notes on items not listed as separate fees

- No separate boarding fees are listed because the school does not offer boarding. Itemized costs for uniforms, textbooks, technology, athletics, or activity-specific fees are not detailed in the published tuition summary; families should budget for possible additional expenses beyond the annual tuition and mandatory fees.

Uniform Requirement

The school has uniforms. The uniform includes an iconic plaid skirt, and students may wear solid pants in white, black, navy, or gray as an alternative. Uniform items can be purchased at Used Uniform sales or through the SchoolBelles Uniform store.

Food Options

Lunch is provided.

Governance and Ownership

The school is sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame and is governed by a Board of Trustees.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Counseling provides mental health, academic, college and career counseling to all students. The Counseling Department addresses students' social, emotional, college, career, and academic needs through data-driven direct and indirect services aligned with the Sisters of Notre Dame. Counselors assist with scheduling, academic support, and social and emotional guidance throughout the time at NDA. Each student is assigned to a counselor by last name and remains with that counselor while at NDA. The program aims to empower students to be advocates for themselves and to become holistically well and socially responsible servant-leaders.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Intervention Services provide extra support for students who are on Minor Adjustment Plans, have disability determinations, or are on Individualised Education Programs or Individualised Service Plans. NDA is a John Peterson Special Needs Scholarship (JPSNS) provider. Mentored Study Hall provides support with a master teacher or Intervention Specialist. The Resource Center offers a quiet study space and a collaborative learning space with a makerspace to cultivate skills in science, technology, engineering and math.

Mental Wellbeing

Counseling provides mental health support and guidance. The Counseling Department offers mental health, academic, college and career counseling to all students. It addresses social and emotional development and guides students through personal and interpersonal challenges. Counselors are available to support holistic well-being throughout the NDA experience.

Safeguarding

To protect students, the Diocese of Toledo's Youth Protection policies are followed, requiring all faculty, staff, and volunteers to complete the Standards and Guidelines, background checks, and Protecting Youth/Vulnerable Adults training. NDA's Spirit of Inclusion Statement affirms commitment to inclusivity and non-discrimination, welcoming students and families of all colors, religions, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

History

Notre Dame Academy opened in 1904, founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame to educate young women and empower them to be intellectually curious, faith-filled, and socially responsible servant leaders. NDA is sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame and is part of a global network of NDA schools. The Sisters founded NDA to fulfill their educational mission, empowering girls in grades 7-12 for leadership and service within a Catholic-Christian environment. NDA is located in Toledo, Ohio.

Community

Notre Dame Academy fosters a close, faith-centered community of students, families, and alumnae. The school emphasizes a welcoming, inclusive environment with a Spirit of Inclusion and a sisterhood among students, including a shared counselor for all four years and an alumnae mentor program. Faith life is supported by two campus ministers and Faith in Action Teams coordinating local, national, and international service. The school, sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame, is part of a global network of SND-sponsored schools.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

PANDA (Parent Association of NDA) is the NDA parent organization that coordinates volunteer opportunities and events. PANDA supports or hosts over 15 events each year, including the NDJA Bon'd Fire, Father/Daughter Dance, Mom & Me, and the Used Uniform Sale. NDA Arts Parents Club organizes volunteers for musicals, plays, competitive speech, debate, choir, hip-hop team, orchestra, and visual arts events, funding arts purchases. NDA Athletics Boosters mobilizes parents and administrators to promote athletic excellence and have funded projects such as weight room equipment and field improvements. The Diocese of Toledo requires all volunteers to complete Standards and Guidelines, background checks, and Protecting Youth/Vulnerable Adults training via VIRTUS. To get involved, contact Ron Pawlicki, Dean of the Junior Academy.

Academic & Intellectual

Speech and Debate is a prominent NDA activity. The team is recognized by the National Speech & Debate Association as a top competitor, and NDA has qualified more students for the state competition than any other school in the district, with state and national champions. Students participate in public speaking, argumentation, and debate events, developing critical thinking and effective communication.

Arts & Creative

The Fine Arts program offers Dance, Music Technology, Orchestra, Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, Visual Arts, and Vocal Music. NDA is the only high school in Northwest Ohio to offer IB courses in Visual Arts, Music, and Theatre. Visual Arts students have opportunities to pursue college-level work and celebrate their art through a self-curated exhibition, supported by the two-year IB Visual Arts SL/HL track. Students may also engage with the National Arts Honors Society.

Social & Hobbies

Leadership and community-building activities include Link Crew, Retreat Leaders, Student Council, and Student Ambassadors, which foster peer mentoring, school spirit, and community involvement. WEB Leader – Where Everybody Belongs – supports younger students through leadership and mentoring. Students can lead as team captains, club officers, or even create new clubs with faculty support. NDA encourages involvement in a broad range of clubs and activities to enrich student life.

Community & Service

Campus Ministry engages students through liturgies, prayers, service projects, retreats, mission trips, and small groups, fostering belonging and a personal faith. Students participate in service projects locally and on mission trips, and retreats offer opportunities for reflection and leadership development. The program aims to cultivate socially responsible servant leaders in daily life.

Leadership & Professional

Leadership development is integrated into NDA through roles such as Link Crew, Retreat Leaders, Student Council, and Student Ambassadors. WEB Leader supports younger students in the transition to middle school, while Athletics and Club leadership empower students to serve as captains or officers or to create clubs with faculty support. Career Week and networking events are led by the Career Counselor, and the Senior Project provides opportunities to shadow and report on chosen careers, helping students develop professional skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Notre Dame Academy offers 17 varsity and club sports, including Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, and Volleyball. Club sports include Bowling, Broomball, Dance, Equestrian, Indoor Track & Field, and Rowing. The SportsLeader program integrates Catholic virtues into athletics, highlighting leadership and character alongside competition. Participation in athletics supports fitness, teamwork, and overall well-being as part of a well-rounded education.

Admissions

Notre Dame Academy accepts new students from Northwest Ohio and the surrounding areas. Applications for the 2027-28 school year are open; the priority deadline is January 8, 2027. Applications are submitted via nda.fsenrollment.com. NDA's Office of Admissions can answer questions or schedule a private campus tour; the process is complete when both the online application and school records are received. Required items include an Evaluation Form from a teacher, counselor, or coach, standardized test results, and a grade card/transcript. For 6th grade, submit the complete 4th grade report card and the first-quarter 5th grade grades. For ninth-grade admissions, the High School Placement Test (HSPT) is used; there is no entrance exam for NDA Junior Academy or NDA, and the HSPT is offered in December with additional spring test dates; if the student attends a Metro-Toledo Catholic Elementary school, the HSPT is taken at that school. For private tours or questions, contact admissions@nda.org.

Scholarships

Notre Dame Academy offers the Ohio EdChoice Scholarship program, which provides tuition support to eligible students, in addition to discounts and need-based tuition assistance. Scholarship applications for the 2027-28 school year will open in Fall 2026. NDA also awards specific scholarships, including the Catholic School Employee Award ($1,000 per family) and the Marian Woman of Service Award (incoming freshman; non-renewable).

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