Counseling at Holy Cross Preparatory Academy - Getting You Ready for College, and Beyond!

At Holy Cross, we prepare students to succeed at the next level with our College Prep curriculum. This is evident in all that we do - from our Collegiate Scheduling to our Dual-Credit Program. Every student who graduates Holy Cross Preparatory Academy will leave confident in their ability to be successful in college and beyond.

College Prep

Our Counseling Office utilizes Naviance to guide each student’s college application process

College Admissions offices visit our school throughout the year to present to our students

Holy Cross Preparatory Academy hosts an annual College Fair during the school day, with over 50 colleges in attendance

Collegiate Block Scheduling prepares students for their future academic careers

Supporting Student Mental Health

Our Counseling Office doors are always open to students of all grade levels

Our Counselors are trained in crisis management

Holy Cross Prep celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month by hosting speakers to discuss a variety of mental health topics and offering weekly activities to promote mental wellness/relaxation

HCPA makes an effort to encourage open discussions about mental health and wellness

University Partnership

In 2022, Holy Cross Preparatory Academy entered into a partnership with Mount St. Mary’s University (MD). This partnership will guarantee admission and a four year renewable scholarship to graduates of HCPA who enroll at Mount St. Mary’s University. The student must have a 3.00 GPA (85%) – standardized test scores will be considered but are not required. Admitted students will receive, at minimum, a $25,000 four year award with a total value of $100,000.

The student must maintain an appropriate, pre-determined GPA based on the value of the scholarship in order to renew annually. The award can only be received for four years total, and the scholarship is not transferrable to other institutions.