Mother Seton Academy

Mother Seton Academy (MSA) is an independent, tuition-free Catholic middle school in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Established in 1993, it serves students in grades 6 to 8 from underserved, low-income families. Named after Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the founder of the first free Catholic school in the United States, MSA was created through a collaboration of six religious congregations within the Archdiocese of Baltimore: School Sisters of Notre Dame, Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul, Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Xaverian Brothers, and the Society of Mary (Marianists).

Operating under the NativityMiguel model, the academy emphasizes academic excellence, personal growth, and leadership development in a multicultural environment. With a current enrollment of about 80 students, the academy maintains small class sizes and offers extracurricular activities such as art, music, sports, and community service. All students receive full scholarships. MSA's Graduate Support Program provides ongoing assistance to alumni, helping them succeed in high school and higher education.