Admissions 101 Webinar
A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents Navigating the Austin Prep Application Process
Monday, November 2, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Applying to a new school can come with a lot of questions. Join the Austin Prep Office of Admissions for Application 101, a practical webinar designed to help parents understand the Austin Prep application process for the 2027–2028 school year.
Our Admissions Team will walk you through each step, explain what is required and share important dates and information to help your family navigate the process with confidence.
During this webinar, our Admissions Team will help you:
- Start your application – See how to access the Admissions Portal, create your account and begin the application process.
- Complete the requirements – Learn what information, questionnaires, teacher recommendations, transcripts and other materials are required.
- Understand entrance testing – Review the testing options for Middle School and Upper School applicants, including requirements for Grade 9 merit scholarship consideration.
- Experience a Journey Day – Discover how applicants attend classes, participate in Advisory and lunch, and spend time with a current student who shares similar interests.
- Navigate tuition assistance and deadlines – Learn about the tuition assistance application, merit scholarship opportunities and important dates in the admissions process.
Presented by the Austin Prep Office of Admissions
Meet the Austin Prep Admissions directors, who will present Application 101 and guide families through each step of the application process. Our team works closely with prospective students and parents and will share practical guidance, important dates and answers to common questions about applying to Austin Prep.
- Lisa Simmons P’24, ’25, ’27, ’30 – Director of Admissions
- Amy Costa P’29 – Assistant Director of Admissions
- Ushearnda Stroud – Interim Assistant Director of Admissions
