Welcome!  We are excited that you are considering St. Mary’s Academy for high school.

This year, St. Mary’s celebrates 152 years of educating young women at our vibrant campus in downtown Portland.  St. Mary's Academy offers a challenging, college-readiness program aimed at establishing a solid intellectual foundation from which our students can grow and succeed.  Our holistic approach, which includes athletics, activities, service, and leadership, helps our students develop into confident, compassionate, and capable young women, who are ready to lead and serve.  Our rich tradition, steeped in the Catholic faith, nurtures each student’s spirituality and encourages them to explore and expand their faith.  The SMA experience is extraordinary, and I look forward to sharing it with your family.  

Applicant family interviews are being scheduled for February 2, 4 and 7th.  If you have not yet scheudled your family interview, please call the admissions office to do so.  Scholarship applications are posted online and must be received by the admissions office by Friday, February 3rd.   

We are here to inspire you, challenge you, and drive you to set and achieve your goals.  I look forward to hearing from you soon. 

Lauren A. Kawa 
Director of Admissions
503-721-7725 | lauren.kawa@stmaryspdx.org