AM @ AP
Join Us in the AM – Admissions Morning at Austin Prep
Welcome to AM @ AP at Austin Prep!
As a school steeped in the heritage of St. Augustine, a tradition more than 1,600 years old, Austin Prep continues a journey inspired by Augustine’s own search for veritas, the Truth. At the heart of the community is a shared commitment to teaching, learning, and personal growth grounded in veritas, unitas, and caritas — truth, unity, and love.
During your visit on your scheduled morning, you will experience Austin Prep in motion. You will meet students and faculty, walk the halls and classrooms, and see firsthand how the mission comes to life each day.
We are delighted to have you with us and look forward to sharing the spirit of Austin Prep, a community that welcomes you not just to campus, but into its story.
Sincerely,
James Hickey, Ph.D.
P'22, '23, '24, '27
Head of School
Meet the Admissions Team
The Office of Admissions staff, including our Director of Admissions, Mrs. Lisa Simmons P'24, '25, '27, '30, Assistant Director Mrs. Amy Costa P'29, Interim Assistant Director Ushearnda Stroud, and Admissions Administrative Assistant Kasey Field P'29 look forward to helping you begin your Austin Prep Journey!
Other Admissions Resources
- Email to schedule a Journey Day visit – Spend part of the school day shadowing an Austin Prep student to experience classes, campus life, and our community firsthand.
- Complete the Prospective Student-Athlete Form – Share your athletic interests so our coaches can connect with you about sports opportunities at Austin Prep.
Community Resources
Academic Department Info Sheets:
- Art & Design – Highlights creative opportunities in performing, visual, and technical arts, including studio art, dance, theater, music, and design technology.
- English – Focuses on reading, writing, speaking, and literary analysis through a progression from foundational communication skills to diverse upper school electives.
- History – Explores world and American history, civics, and cultural studies through critical thinking, comparative analysis, and civic engagement.
- Math – Builds analytical and problem-solving skills through a rigorous progression from foundational math to calculus, statistics, and computer science.
- Science – Emphasizes inquiry and experimentation across biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science, with advanced courses and lab-based learning.
- Theology – Guides students in exploring faith, morality, and service through the Augustinian tradition and the study of Scripture and Church teachings.
- World Languages – Offers instruction in French, Spanish, Latin, and Mandarin to promote communication skills and global awareness across all grade levels.
Transportation
Austin Prep offers convenient transportation options for families across the Merrimack Valley, North Shore, and communities south of Reading. There are various stops throughout Andover, North Andover, Belmont, Haverhill, Swampscott, Stoneham, Peabody, Lynnfield, Medford, and Winchester. Transportation can be purchased for one-way or round-trip ridership for each school year. Bus stop locations and times may change to best serve our families who register for the service.
Tuition Assistance
Austin Prep provides tuition assistance to approximately 35% of students through a needs-based grant program. The Heritage Grant Awards help defray the cost of education for families who qualify solely on the basis of demonstrated financial need. Austin Prep uses FACTS Financial Aid and Grant Assessment, an online application that opens on November 1, 2025, with a deadline of December 15, 2025. Families are encouraged to apply early to learn more about affording an Austin Prep education.
School Guides
These Austin Prep School Guides provide an inside look at life in the Middle and Upper Schools – exploring academics, arts, athletics, and student life through the lens of Augustinian values of truth, unity, and love.