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Our Lady of Mercy Academy (OLMA) is a Catholic, accredited, college-preparatory school for young women located in Newfield, NJ.  OLMA empowers young women to lead a world of change. OLMA provides challenging academics and diverse extracurricular programs in an environment that promotes faith, sisterhood, achievement, leadership, and service.

At A Glance
  • Founded in 1962 by the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy.
  • Students represent more than 60 zip codes.
  • 45% of students receive financial aid.
  • OLMA is accredited by Middle States Association of Secondary Schools & Colleges and are members of the National Catholic Education Association, the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, and the National Coalition for Girls' Schools.

 

Outstanding Achievements of the Class of 2025
  • Accumulated more than 300 College Acceptances - including prestigious schools like Bucknell, Duke, Embry Riddle, Georgetown, Lehigh, Notre Dame, UVA, and Villanova.
  • Earned approximately $20 million in scholarships
  • 8 College Board AP Scholars and 3 AP Scholars with Honor
  • College Board National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Student  
  • 9 student athletes continuing their athletic careers at the next level
  • Two Division I Athletic Scholarships
  • 3x Atlantic City Press Most Outstanding Swimmer
  • 13 CAL 1st Team All-Star selections
  • 3 CAL All-Academic 1st Team Members
  • SJCA Scholar Athlete
  • Record-setter in Lacrosse for most points and goals in a career
  • 10 CAL Division Championships
  • 2 State Championships
  • #1 ranked team in the State of NJ - 2025
  • Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Golf, and Swimming teams all achieved Most wins in OLMA school history

 

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