Holy Names Academy

Holy Names Academy, founded in 1880 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, is an independent Catholic school for young women in grades 9-12, with an enrollment of 650. For 140 years, Holy Names Academy has inspired young women of diverse beliefs and backgrounds to excel in life with confidence and courage, to think critically, act with purpose, advocate for justice, serve with compassion, and lead with integrity. The school was named one of "Washington's Best Workplaces" by the Puget Sound Business Journal and the 1st-place winner among nonprofit companies in "Washington's 100 Best Companies To Work For" by Seattle Business magazine. Academy students are sought by the nation's most selective colleges and universities; 81% of the Class of 2020 received entrance honors and academic scholarships-collectively valued at $36.8 million. More than 10,000 young women have graduated from Holy Names Academy, and today, its alumnae serve their communities around the world, professionally and personally.