Ursuline College
About
Ursuline College is a small, private Catholic institution near Cleveland best known for its highly ranked Breen School of Nursing and Health Professions and its pioneering program in art therapy. As the first Catholic college for women in Ohio, the now co-educational institution remains deeply committed to women’s leadership, social justice, and career preparation through strong clinical partnerships across the region's healthcare hubs. The campus culture is close-knit, supportive, and mission-driven, offering students small class sizes, direct faculty mentorship, and a strong tradition of community service.
Wikipedia:Ursuline College is a private Catholic college in Pepper Pike, Ohio, United States. It was founded in 1871 by the Ursuline Sisters of Cleveland and is one of the oldest institutions of higher education for women in the United States and the first Catholic women's college in Ohio. It plans to merge with Gannon University by the end of 2026.
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Essay Requirements
Ursuline College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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