Learn Why IHA Has Been Named Best Private School In Bergen County At One Of Its Fall Open Houses On October 18 and October 22

Jun 1

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Updated: 8 hours ago

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Choosing the right high school for your daughter is one of the most important decisions you will make for her future. During this time in her life, she will learn about herself, find her voice, and discern her unique interests and goals. This is why it is so important to choose a school that nourishes both her mind and her spirit. Immaculate Heart Academy, in the Township of Washington, New Jersey, is that place, designing its programs to meet the intellectual, spiritual, moral, emotional, social, and physical needs of the young women who make up its student body.

Students attending this college preparatory school come from eight different counties spread across New Jersey and New York. The impressive and highly accomplished young women at IHA learn in an atmosphere characterized by respect for the individual, Christian community, and a high level of family involvement. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum, Immaculate Heart Academy offers its students access to the fine arts, a robust roster of extracurricular and enrichment activities, the ability to compete at the highest levels of athletic competition, and a foundation in Christian service. The sisterhood formed at IHA is incomparable, and the memories made there last a lifetime — just ask the more than 11,000 graduates who have graced their halls.

Recognized as the Best Private School in Bergen County, IHA's unmatched educational experience offers its students four levels of classes; more than 25 AP courses; 15 dual enrollment courses with local colleges; a robust extracurricular offering of more than 70 different clubs and 17 athletic teams; and a foundation in Christian service that provides numerous service opportunities. Additionally, through several formal partnerships with colleges and universities, eligible IHA students can also enjoy guaranteed acceptance, scholarship opportunities, and a streamlined college application process. These partnerships reflect the confidence colleges and universities place in the strength of an IHA education, recognizing the academic rigor, dedication, and excellence that define its students.

IHA feels it is critical to have both a College Counseling Department and a Guidance Department as two separate resources available to students. During their four years at the school, each student is assigned both a college counselor and a school counselor. IHA guidance counselors advise and equip students to realize their future educational goals as they apply a developmental approach to each student’s progress; aid in both their personal and social development; and support their mental health. IHA's College Counseling Department works with students from grades 9-12. With the ever-changing landscape of college admissions, it is important to ensure students are well prepared and taking the process in stages. These efforts are highlighted by the fact that members of the Class of 2026 received more than $50 million in scholarship awards and are now attending some of the most prestigious colleges in the nation, including West Point, Notre Dame, Boston College, and Johns Hopkins University.

Want to visit Immaculate Heart Academy to find out if it is the right fit for your daughter? Visit IHA's Fall Open Houses on October 18 at 11:00 AM or October 22 at 6:30 PM. Young women in the eighth grade who are interested in learning more about IHA and whether they belong at The Heart are also invited to become a Blue Eagle for the Day and shadow a current student during an academic day in the months of October, November, and December. Seventh graders interested in IHA are invited to schedule a Blue Eagle for the Day visit in March, April, and May. Click here for more information and to register for one of the Fall Open Houses and for Blue Eagle for the Day.

By setting your daughter’s heart on IHA, you are “taking the first step toward a lifetime of learning, self-exploration, faith development, and friendships that last a lifetime.” For more information on upcoming admissions events or to begin the application process, visit ihanj.com. Remember: the deadline to apply to join IHA’s class of 2031 is December 1!