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Admissions Process
The TA application process across all division levels is structured to reflect the mission of the school - to cultivate a love of learning and to maximize each student’s potential for academic achievement, character development, and readiness for life in a global environment. The application process begins by submitting an admission application along with a non-refundable $120 application fee.
PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN APPLICANTS (PK3, PK4, K5)
The admissions application will be available online the second Thursday in January every year. February 15th is the deadline for applications to be considered in the priority admission process. Priority admission enrollment invitations are distributed on March 1st. Rolling admission enrollment invitations are mailed as soon as the admission process is complete. When a class fills, applicants are place in a wait pool. Due to the limited availability in Preschool (PK3, PK4, and K5), applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Step 1: Apply
Apply online here.
Step 2: Tour
Contact Julia Phifer to set up a tour: (205-758-4462) or jphifer@tuscaloosaacademy.org.
Step 3: Requirements
- Applicants must turn 3 by September 1st and be toilet trained.
- Student Recommendation Form (provided by the Admissions Office) to be completed by a current teacher, preschool director, or caregiver.
- Play date (that will be scheduled once the admissions application is submitted).
- Copy of birth certificate.
LOWER SCHOOL APPLICANTS (GRADES 1 - 4)
The admissions application will be available online the second Thursday in January every year.
Step 1: Apply
Apply online here.
Step 2: Tour
Contact Julia Phifer to set up a tour: 205-758-4462 or jphifer@tuscaloosaacademy.org.
Step 3: Requirements
- Student Recommendation Form (provided by the Admissions Office) to be completed by a current teacher.
- Admissions Testing: We administer the STAR Reading and Math Tests. Applicants will also complete a written essay. The tests are administered on campus and take approximately an hour and a half to complete.
- 2022-2023 Report Card
- Visitation Day
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND UPPER SCHOOL APPLICANTS (GRADES 5 - 12)
The admissions application will be available online the second Thursday in January every year.
Step 1: Apply
Apply online here
Step 2: Tour
Contact Julia Phifer to set up a tour: 205-758-4462 or jphifer@tuscaloosaacademy.org.
Step 3: Requirements
- 2 Student Recommendation Forms (provided by the Admissions Office) to be completed by 1) a current math or language arts teacher 2) a principal or school counselor.
- Admissions Testing: We administer the STAR Reading and Math Tests. Applicants will also complete a written essay. The tests are administered on campus and take approximately an hour and a half to complete.
- 2022-2023 Report Card.
- Unofficial transcript.
- Shadowing (required for rising 6th through 11th grade students: encouraged for rising 5th grade students).