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ADMISSIONS FAQs

Yes, Southern Prep is a co-ed school. We enroll boys and girls in grades 7-12. 

No, Southern Prep is both a boarding school and day school. 

Yes, girls can board at Southern Preparatory Academy. 

No, families have the option to enroll their student into the Corps of Cadets program. 

Yes, students can start out on the Preparatory track and later join the Corps of Cadets, and vice versa. 

Yes, all students are required to wear a school uniform. More information regarding Southern Prep’s uniform guidelines and the ordering process can be found here. 

Southern Prep has a registered nurse on staff who will handle your child’s care while keeping you informed of the process. 

Southern Prep offers Honors courses through our Honors Academy Program. At this time, Advanced Placement Courses are not offered. 

The average class size at Southern Prep is 8-10 students. 

Yes, we offer driver’s education courses through a third-party service provider at an additional cost.  

A majority of students at Southern have four, 90-minute classes per day, taking a new set of classes each semester. Select elective classes are offered as a ‘skinny block,’ which are 45-minute classes that a student takes all year long. 

Yes, Southern Prep offers both dual enrollment and online classes for specialized courses, such as Mandarin or German.

Southern Prep offers football, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, wrestling, cross country, soccer, baseball, tennis, golf, and track & field. More information regarding our athletic programs can be found here.

Yes, and there are several forms needed before your child can participate in athletics at Southern Prep. Additionally, student-athletes are required to adhere to the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct as well as the No Pass, No Play policy. Those forms and more information can be found here. 

Southern Prep follows the guidelines and requirements set forth by the Alabama Independent School Association (AISA). Students who enroll mid-season must sit out at 10 days before becoming eligible to play and have fulfilled the AISA academic requirements. 

The Athletic Player Pack Fee is a separate fee from tuition that applies to student-athletes. It includes official Southern Prep athletic apparel, a tracksuit, and an academy backpack. The fee also helps support athletic program expenses and the resources needed to provide student-athletes with a quality athletic experience.

A typical day at Southern Prep includes a balance of academics, extracurricular activities, and personal development. Daily schedules may vary depending on whether a student is a boarding or day student.

The academic day generally begins with breakfast, followed by classes from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with lunch served at 11:30 a.m. After-school activities, including athletics, practices, and student clubs, typically begin at 4:00 p.m.

For boarding students, dinner is served at 6:00 p.m., followed by evening activities and structured residential life. Day students are expected to be picked up by a parent or guardian and off campus by 6:00 p.m.

Most students have sports practice or meet with their clubs after school. Additionally, our Student Center and Canteen are open after school for students to utilize. Students also have access to our library to study or complete homework.

All weekends are open for students to go home after class is dismissed Friday afternoon. However, (boarding) students may stay on campus during the weekend. Students have access to all sports fields and facilities, student center, campus ponds, biking trails, and more! We also offer regular off-campus trips that students can attend. 

Host family arrangements may be available in limited circumstances, depending on volunteer availability. However, host family placement is not guaranteed, and families should not rely on this option when planning for school breaks. All international students must arrange appropriate travel or accommodations off campus during campus closures. Our Family Engagement Coordinator is available to assist with questions regarding travel or host family arrangements. 

All of our students have their own room, however, recommendations or requests from parents to have a roommate will be considered. 

Yes, boarding students can receive mail and order packages to campus. All mail and packages must be addressed with the Student’s Name and our address, 174 Ward Circle Camp Hill, AL, 36850. Mail is passed out every evening. 

Yes, students age 16 years or older with a minimum 3.0 GPA are eligible for our On-Campus Employment Program. More information about the OCEP can be found here.

JROTC is a federally-funded high school elective program focused on leadership, character, and service. The Corps of Cadets is a voluntary student-led military-style organization that was established in the late 1950s. There is no service obligation for students who choose to participate in either, or both, programs.

Students can join our JROTC and take our Leadership in Training courses starting in the 8th grade and receive a high school credit.

Students in 7th grade cannot take our leadership in training courses. However, students in 8th grade can and receive a high school credit for those courses.

Southern Prep is rooted in non-denominational Christian faith, however, students of all faiths/practices are welcomed. 

Church services are offered on campus every other Wednesday at 10:40am. Additionally, various faculty and staff members take students to off-campus church services on both Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings.

Absolutely! Southern Prep welcomes students, faculty, and staff members of all faiths.

We are willing to accommodate the needs and convictions of all students. Accommodations may be granted upon parent or guardian request. Students who have opted out of chapel will attend a supervised time of reflection held concurrently with chapel. This is an opportunity for quiet reflection in a respectful and silent environment.

International students begin by completing Southern Prep Academy’s admissions application. Once accepted, students will receive a link to pay the required visa processing fee. After payment is completed, the student will receive the Form I-901 receipt and Form I-20, which are needed to schedule a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Once the student’s visa is approved, families can move forward with the enrollment process and prepare for the student’s arrival at Southern Prep Academy.

Yes, all international students are required to submit an English proficiency test score if English is not their first language. We accept scores from Duolingo, TOEFL, or IELTS. These can be uploaded during the application process.

Yes, all students MUST obtain international health insurance while they are at Southern Prep. Families have the option to independently obtain insurance for their student and provide proof or utilize Southern Prep’s provided health insurance.

Southern Prep needs copies of your academic transcripts, passport, and proof of English proficiency (if English is not your first language). 

Yes. Southern Prep provides transportation directly to the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta (ATL) airport during major school breaks, such Thanksgiving and Christmas. For travel at other times, the school can provide transportation to the Groome Transportation office in Auburn, Alabama, where students can take the Groome shuttle to the airport.

Parents or guardians are responsible for booking their student’s flights and Groome Transportation reservations. Families must notify the Office of Engagement in advance to coordinate transportation to the Groome office.

Yes, more information about scholarships can be found here. 

Southern Prep issues the I-901 and I-20, however, it is up to the family to schedule the meeting with the Embassy. 

As soon as your student is accepted to Southern Prep. VISA processing times and appointments can vary. 

Day student tuition begins at $6,700. Boarding student tuition begins at $25,500. More tuition information can be found here.

Yes, there are a few additional fees, depending on what your student is involved in. For a full breakdown of fees, please visit this page on our website. 

Yes, we offer in-house scholarships and need-based financial aid for families, both of which can be applied for after a student has been accepted. Additionally, we have a few in-house discounts. However, families are not able to stack discounts. For more information about financial assistance, please visit this page on our website. 

Yes, we offer a few different payment options including Pay in Full, Semester Pay, and Monthly Payments. The Monthly plan spans the academic year (10-months) and an initial down payment ($3,000 for boarding and $1,000 for day) is required.

Yes! Families that are approved for the CHOOSE Act can use those funds to pay for tuition and other approved expenses.