Admissions Requirements
All Applicants
- Documentation:
- An application for admission must be submitted on-line
- Families will be required to submit a language survey regarding the applicant’s language background.
- For 4th grade (cycle 3) and above, a minimum of two years of report cards including qualitative comments from teachers must be submitted. In the absence of qualitative comments, AIS will require families to send a recommendation form to the applicant’s previous school.
- Applicants may be required to complete admissions testing as part of the admissions process. The Admissions Coordinator will inform families what test(s), if any, will be required as part of the admissions process.
- Applicants will be invited to meet and interview with:
- The Admissions Coordinator
- The classroom teacher(s)
- Associated fees:
- Families are required to pay a non-refundable application fee.
- Families may accept an offer of admission by paying the non-refundable registration fee.
Maternelle Applicants
- All children must be fully toilet trained. There are no exceptions to this requirement.
- Age requirements:
- Pre-K3 (PS) applicants must be 3 years old by December 31st
- Pre-K4 (MS) applicants must be 4 years old by December 31st
Austin International School (AIS) strives to attract motivated students from diverse backgrounds who are well-suited for our trilingual educational programs. We actively seek students and families that share in our school’s vision, mission, and core values. Students admitted to AIS are expected to be active contributors to our local community and the world at large. As Austin International School grows, our admissions policy and procedures will continue to reflect this philosophy.
Austin International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. While AIS takes into consideration various criteria in admitting students, no individuals or group of people will receive exclusive treatment or consideration at the time of admission.