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College/University Acceptances & Matriculations CLASSES OF 2022-2026 Alvernia University

Durham University

American University of Paris (5)

Elon University (32)

American University (6)

Amherst College

Appalachian State Univ. Arizona State Univ.(6)

Auburn University (13) Babson College (2) Bard College

Barnard College Baylor University

Belmont University

Eckerd College

Emerson College (5)

Emory University (Emory) Endicott College

Fairfield University (40) Flagler College (3)

Florida A&M University

Florida Atlantic University Florida Gulf Coast Univ.

Fordham University (21)

Boston College (12)

Franklin & Marshall College (9)

Bowdoin College (2)

George Mason University

Boston University (14)

Furman University

Brown University

George Washington University (13)

Bucknell University (21)

Gettysburg College (6)

Brandeis University (2) Bryn Mawr College (5)

Georgetown Univ. (12)

Carnegie Mellon University

Goucher College

Case Western Reserve University (8)

The Catholic University of America (6)

Chapman University (2) Clark Atlanta University

Clemson University (26) Coastal Carolina Univ. Colby College (5)

Colgate University (5)

College of Charleston (36) College of the Holy Cross College of William and Mary (7)

College of Wooster

Columbia University (2)

Hamilton College (5)

Hampton University (14) Harvard University (2) Haverford College

High Point Univ. (11) Hobart and William Smith Colleges Hofstra University Hood College

Howard University (7) Indiana University

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

International University of Monaco Ithaca College

James Madison Univ.

Cornell University (14)

The Jewish Theological Seminary

Davidson College

Kenyon College

Dickinson College (7)

Lafayette College (5)

Duke University (3)

Louisiana State University (10)

Connecticut College (6) Dartmouth College (2)

Johns Hopkins Univ.(3)

Denison University (6)

La Salle University

Drexel University (57)

Lehigh University (10)

Duquesne University

Loyola Marymount Univ. Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Maryland (17) Lynn University

Reed College (4)

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (8) Rhodes College

Rochester Institute of Technology

United States Military Academy United States Naval Academy Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

Manhattan School of Music

Rollins College (16)

McGill University

Saint Joseph’s University (21)

University of Arizona

Middlebury College (3)

San Diego State University (2)

University of California Davis (3)

Morgan State University

Sarah Lawrence College

Marist College

Miami University Oxford (33)

Michigan State University

Rutgers University New Brunswick (5)

Salve Regina University

MIT

Santa Clara University

Mount Holyoke College

Savannah College of Art and Design

Muhlenberg College (2) Neumann University

New York University (6) Norfolk State University North Carolina A&T State University (7)

Seton Hall University

Skidmore College (6) Smith College (3)

Southern Methodist University (18)

University College Dublin University of Alabama

University of California Berkeley (4)

University of California Irvine (6) University of California Los Angeles (4)

University of California San Diego University of California Santa Barbara

Univ. of New Haven (3)

Univ. of North Carolina Chapel Hill (4) Univ. of Notre Dame (7) University of Oregon University of Pennsylvania (8)

Univ. of Pittsburgh (80)

Univ. of Rhode Island (11) Univ. of Richmond (20) Univ. of Rochester (6) The University of Scranton

University of South Carolina (7) University of South Florida (2)

University of Southern California (7)

Univ. of St Andrews (10) The Univ. of Tampa (18)

University of California Santa Cruz

University of Tennessee - Knoxville (11)

University of Cincinnati

Univ. of Virginia (16)

Univ. of Connecticut Storrs (22)

Ursinus College (8)

University of Denver (16)

Villanova Univ. (14)

Univ. of Chicago (2)

Univ. of Vermont (23)

Northwestern Univ. (2)

Stanford University

University of Colorado Boulder (27)

University of Wisconsin - Madison (14)

Ohio State University Columbus

Stetson University

Univ. of Delaware (32)

North Carolina Central University

Spelman College (3)

St. John’s Univ. - NY (2)

Northeastern Univ. (16)

St. Lawrence University

Oberlin College

State University of New York - Stony Brook

Ohio University

Ohio Wesleyan University Oregon State University Pace University

Pennsylvania State University - Schreyer Honors College (4)

Stevens Institute of Technology Suffolk University Susquehanna University (2)

Syracuse University (27) Temple University (20)

Pennsylvania State University - University Park (105)

Texas A&M University

Princeton University (2)

The New School (6)

Pepperdine Univ. (3)

Providence College (9) Purdue University

Queen’s University Kingston (2)

Queen’s University of Charlotte (3)

Quinnipiac University

Texas Christian University (14)

The Julliard School

Towson University (9) Trinity College (12)

Vanderbilt Univ. (2) Vassar College (4)

University of Georgia

Virginia Commonwealth University

The Univ. of Iowa (2)

Wake Forest Univ. (7)

University of Florida (6) University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Virginia Polytechnic Institute (13)

University of Kentucky

Washington and Lee University (3)

Univ. of Maryland College Park (19)

Univ. of Massachusetts - Amherst (11)

Univ. of Massachusetts Boston

Washington University in St. Louis

West Chester University of Pennsylvania (15) Widener University (7)

University of Miami (18)

Williams College (2)

Univ. of Mississippi (11)

Xavier University (2)

Tufts University (4)

University of Michigan Ann Arbor (12)

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Union College

Univ. of New Hampshire

Xavier University of Louisiana (6)

Trinity College of Dublin Tulane University (14)

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Institutions listed represent 2 or more offers of admission. Institutions in bold are those where students enrolled; ( ) indicates number more than one.

College Counseling 2026-2027

Agnes Irwin students are known for following their own paths and reaching their full potential. The Agnes Irwin College Counseling Department sees the application process as an opportunity for our students to develop agency, increase self-awareness, and exercise reflection in determining their next steps toward young adulthood. It’s a privilege to be a part of that journey.

Be Known


ready to take on the world Class of 2026: From Foundation to the Future

Our College Counseling Team

THE COLLEGE COUNSELING TIMELINE AT AGNES IRWIN

Jessica Smith, Director of College Counseling, has 27 years of experience in independent schools and college counseling leadership. She most recently led the office at Westtown School for 10 years. Originally an English teacher, Jessica holds degrees from Mount Holyoke College and the University of Pennsylvania.

Lauren

Grace and Kelsey

Jayden

She Chose: Spelman College Intended Major: Civil Engineering

They Chose: Princeton University Intended Majors: Classics (Grace) & Mathematics / Visual Art (Kelsey)

She Chose: University of Mississippi Intended Major: Exercise Science (Recruited athlete for Softball)

Grace: “Curriculums tailored to my individual interests allowed my pursuit of Classics to begin at a young age. My school has left me certain that being a scholar is being bold.”

“Agnes Irwin has been a place where I’ve been able to grow both academically and personally. The community has pushed me to try new things, build meaningful relationships, and become more confident in myself. I’m especially grateful for the teachers and friends who made school feel supportive and inspiring every day.”

“My time at Agnes Irwin has only been four years, but in that time, I have had the opportunity to succeed, fail, and grow. Getting the chance to learn in an all-girls environment was such an empowering experience, and getting to continue to learn and grow in a similar environment is something I am forever grateful for.”

Kelsey: “Fueling intellectual curiosity, Agnes Irwin empowers you to ask questions and work with others to develop unique solutions.”

Sarah Quin, Senior Associate Director of College Counseling, arrived at AIS in 2019 from an independent day school in NYC, where she worked in college advising. Before that, Sarah gained extensive experience in the field of elite college admissions, having worked at both Columbia University and Vanderbilt University where, among other areas, she acted as the admissions liaison for the mid-Atlantic area. Maya Smith, College Counselor, is joining the AIS team from La Salle University, where she worked as an admissions counselor with a diverse range of families, including first-generation students, recruited athletes, and scholars from around the world. She earned her BS and MBA at West Chester University.

The Class of 2026

Attending 49 colleges and universities, across 24 states, the District of Columbia, Scotland, and Spain.

4%

4

17%

%

Northeast

Midwest

45%

West

Gabrielle

Saira

She Chose: Williams College Intended Major: Undecided (Recruited athlete for Squash)

She Chose: New York University Intended Major: Global Health

“One of the main reasons I’ve decided to attend a small college is because I place such a high value on being part of a nurturing, tight-knit community, similar to what we have here at Agnes Irwin. As a student-athlete at AIS, I could always look to my teachers, coaches, and peers for support in balancing a rigorous course load with my athletic commitments.”

“Throughout high school, I have thrived academically when I have had the opportunity to explore the intersections between my two passions: public policy and biology. Agnes Irwin gave me the opportunity to continue blending science and history in my course selection.”

3%

Addison

She Chose: UC Berkeley Intended Major: Architecture

“Up until high school, I was nervous to try new things. Agnes Irwin’s vast array of opportunities allowed me to step outside my comfort zone and discover new things about myself. From traveling to Japan for SSP to being elected into leadership positions, my confidence in myself and my abilities has skyrocketed, allowing me to achieve more than I ever expected.”

27

%

Mid-Atlantic

South

9TH GRADE

10TH GRADE

Path to College Night: Parents and students learn about building a course of study and a co-curricular plan focused toward college.

Sophomore Parent Night: College Counseling hosts a discussion about standardized testing, application methods, and the admission process.

Sport-Specific Athletic Recruiting: Guidance for both AIS and out-of-school sports begins and continues through 12th grade.

College Counselor Match: Student and counselor meet to begin building a relationship and to discuss developing interests and talents.

11TH GRADE

12TH GRADE

Junior Parent Night: College Counseling hosts a discussion about the search and application processes.

College Representative Visits: Roughly 100 representatives from top universities visit AIS each fall to meet with students.

Family Meeting: College counselors and families walk through the college admission process step-by-step.

College Counseling Work Period: A supervised, dedicated work period in which students are given time to fill out applications, work on essays, and consult with their college counselor.

Standardized Testing Planning: College counselors and students strategize about individualized approaches.

Spring College Program: Current seniors and visiting college admission professionals share insights.

Student Work: Students produce a variety of college applicationrelated material (essay drafts, extracurricular activities lists, etc.) and explore a range of topics including major choices, financial aid, and aspects of college life.

International

Individualized Personal Essay Sessions: College counselors and students reflect on a student’s strengths and interests and review essays.

Regularly Scheduled 1:1 Meetings: College counselors and students review application strategies and curate a balanced college list.

“College 101” Series: Week-long college readiness and transition preparation, including personal finance, self-defense, and wellness.

Class of ’26 Intended Majors

Seminar Series

35% STEM

Seminar I: Spring of Junior Year Focused on university life, students and their college counselors engage in focused research using various education software platforms to understand fit and build a balanced college list.

13% Business

10% Humanities

17 % Social Sciences

15% Undecided

10% Visual & Performing Arts / Design

Seminar II: Fall of Senior Year A supervised work period dedicated to college applications in which students are given time to fill out applications, work on essays, and consult with their college counselor.


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