Tuition & Financial Aid
Understanding the Cost of an Austin Prep Education
Choosing the right school is an important investment in your child’s future. Austin Prep is committed to helping families understand tuition, payment options, and needs-based tuition assistance so they can plan with confidence.
With inclusive tuition, flexible payment plans, and a commitment to making an Austin Prep education accessible to qualified students, families can better understand both the cost and the value of the student experience.
Tuition for the 2026–2027 School Year
Tuition for the 2026–2027 school year is $37,400.
Tuition Includes
Austin Prep’s inclusive tuition model helps families understand the full cost of attendance by covering many student services, programs, and fees within the annual tuition amount.
- Daily lunch
- After-school snack
- Travel snack for clubs and athletics
- School-issued MacBook Air laptop for Upper School students and iPad for Middle School students
- Field trips (excluding overnight trips)
- Participation in athletics
- Participation in the arts
- Participation in clubs
- SAT/ACT prep course
- Science lab fees
- Parking fees
- Graduation fees
Additional Costs Beyond Tuition
While Austin Prep’s tuition includes many programs, services, and student fees, families should plan separately for a limited number of additional expenses. These costs may vary by student, grade level, program participation, and family choice.
- School uniforms
- Textbooks
- Overnight trips
- Transportation
Tuition Deposit
Enrollment for the subsequent academic year generally begins in January. In addition to the signed enrollment agreement, a non-refundable tuition deposit is required to secure the student’s enrollment. The enrollment, including the paid deposit, reserves the student’s space in class and allows the student to select courses for the new school year. The tuition deposit is applied toward tuition.
Registration
A one-time payment of $445 is required at the time a new student initially enrolls at Austin Prep, and this is not required in subsequent years for re-enrollment. The registration payment is non-refundable and is in addition to the basic tuition and enrollment deposit.
Tuition Payment
Austin Preparatory School uses the Veracross Parent Portal for the billing and payment of tuition and other student charges. Austin Prep has three payment plan options available. You select the plan that works best for you during the online enrollment process.
Tuition Payment Options
- One Pay Plan due May 31.
- 3-Payment Installment Plan
- 9-Payment Installment Plan
There is a per-student administrative charge for participating in the 3-Pay and 9-Pay plans, and Auto Pay is required for these plan participants.
- 3-Pay administrative charge: $355
- 9-Pay administrative charge: $530
Tuition payments are managed through your Veracross Parent Portal.
Any questions should be directed to Allyson Jaena, Manager of Student Accounts. She can be reached at ajaena@austinprep.org or at 781.944.4900 x4824.
A Culture of Giving
Tuition at Austin Prep does not fully cover the cost of providing the transformative education our students receive. Philanthropic support plays a vital role in advancing our mission and sustaining excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and student life.
Gifts to the Austin Prep Fund directly support the school’s annual operating budget, helping fund academic innovation, faculty and staff development, and the programs that benefit every student. These tax-deductible contributions ensure Austin Prep remains accessible, mission-driven, and strong.
All families are invited to participate in the Austin Prep Fund at a level that is meaningful for them. In addition to annual giving, families may also choose to support capital initiatives focused on long-term priorities such as campus improvements and endowment growth.
Together, our shared generosity strengthens Austin Prep today and secures its future.
Tuition & Financial Aid FAQs
What is Austin Prep tuition for the 2026–2027 school year?
Tuition for the 2026–2027 school year is $37,400.
What does Austin Prep tuition include?
Austin Prep tuition includes daily lunch, after-school snack, travel snack for clubs and athletics, a school-issued MacBook Air laptop for Upper School students or iPad for Middle School students, field trips excluding overnight trips, participation in athletics, arts, and clubs, SAT/ACT prep course, science lab fees, parking fees, and graduation fees.
What is not included in Austin Prep tuition?
Austin Prep tuition does not include school uniforms, textbooks, overnight trips, or transportation.
Does Austin Prep offer tuition assistance?
Yes. Austin Prep provides tuition assistance to approximately 35% of students through a needs-based grant program. Heritage Grant Awards help defray the cost of education for families who qualify based on demonstrated financial need.
How do families learn more about tuition assistance?
Families can learn more by visiting the Tuition Assistance page or contacting Austin Prep with questions about the tuition assistance process.
What tuition payment options are available?
Austin Prep offers three payment plan options: a One Pay Plan, a 3-Payment Installment Plan, and a 9-Payment Installment Plan. Administrative charges apply for the 3-Pay and 9-Pay plans, and Auto Pay is required for those plans.
Who can families contact with billing questions?
Families with tuition billing questions may contact Allyson Jaena, Manager of Student Accounts, at ajaena@austinprep.org or 781.944.4900 x4824.